Educational Developer

About Toronto Metropolitan

For more than 75 years, Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly known as Ryerson University) has been shaping the next generation of leaders through its uniquely innovative, entrepreneurial and career-focused approach to higher education. Driven by bold leadership, cutting-edge research and a deep commitment to academic excellence, TMU collaborates with students, faculties, staff and partners to push boundaries, reimagine solutions and create meaningful change in an increasingly interconnected world.

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TMU welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us in realizing the benefits of embedding these values into the work at every level and in every unit of the university. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada and to bring lived experiences to the work, we encourage applications from members of equity deserving groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples in Canada, First Nations Peoples in the United States, racialized people, Black people, persons with disabilities, women, and 2SLGBTQ+ people. Preference will be given to candidates with lived experiences as people from equity deserving groups, as well as experience working with these communities with which the University works every day. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and we welcome newcomers and immigrants to Canada.

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The Team

The promotes, guides, and celebrates educational excellence through:

• Teaching Development and Consultation
• Curriculum Enhancement
• Creative Approaches to Learning and Teaching

The Centre houses six unique resources to support faculty and to enrich the student experience:

As a community we are dedicated to big thinking about curriculum, pedagogy, and creative ways to develop inclusive teaching practices that enrich the student learning experience. We also encourage applicants to articulate how their lived experience aligns with the priorities and expertise involved in the role.

The Opportunity

The Educational Developer, Indigenous Pedagogies and Curriculum is the subject matter expert on Indigenous Pedagogy and works in a collaborative team environment to plan and implement professional development programming for faculty, contract lecturers and graduate students. Following a reflective and evidence-based practice, acts as an internal consultant for individuals, groups, and university administration offering expertise in Indigenous pedagogies and curriculum development, as well as anti-racist, anti-oppressive and equity-focused pedagogical practices for face-to-face, technology-enhanced, online, blended, and flexible delivery. Takes a leadership role in advocating for and creating an institutional environment supportive of teaching and learning excellence.

This role is intended for an Indigenous person. To ensure the integrity of our Indigenous recruitment initiatives, shortlisted candidates will be asked to participate in an affirmation process with TMU's Indigenous HR Lead. Candidates will be required to provide one of the following:

• A valid membership card/membership documentation from a recognized First Nations, Inuit or Métis community or nation, or
• An official verification letter from a recognized First Nations, Inuit or Métis community or nation, or
• Contact details for an Administrator from a recognized community or nation who can speak to your membership.

All information provided will be handled with the highest level of confidentiality and cultural respect. If you are contacted for an interview, further details on the affirmation process will be provided.

Qualifications:

• Lived experience working with Indigenous communities and protocols related to Indigenous relationships is essential.
• Experience in developing and implementing professional development programming, resources with an emphasis on Indigenous history, epistemologies, methodologies and cultural practices.
  Background and grounding in Indigenous ways of knowing, learning, worldviews and pedagogies. Experience in developing faculty programming and curriculum within a postsecondary setting is an asset. Experience teaching in higher education is an asset.
• Successful completion of a Masters’ degree in Indigenous Studies or a related field.
• An equivalent combination of education/experience may be considered.
• Knowledge of pedagogical theories and best practices in learning and teaching in higher education, and relevant course development skills developed through work experience in the university sector as an educator, and ideally, as an academic consultant or educational developer is an asset.
• Expertise in the planning and implementation of educational development programming at a diverse institution, especially as they relate to Indigenous knowledge translation.
• Course design, implementation, and assessment skills for face-to-face, online and blended learning.