Department of Teacher Education and Curriculum & Leadership Limited Term Appointment in Inclusive Education and Mental Health

Position Description

The Faculty of Education at St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish Nova Scotia invites applications for the following 12-month limited term appointment at the Lecturer or Assistant Professor level commencing July 1 2026. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

The Faculty offers pre-service teacher education (Bachelor of Education BEd) in-service teacher education (Master of Education MEd; Certificate) and PhD programming and is seeking candidates who are committed to contributing to StFXs priorities of equity diversity inclusion and accessibility (EDIA). Candidates are asked to indicate concretely in their application how they will contribute to the EDIA efforts of our university.

The successful candidate will contribute to both on-campus and off-campus offerings; as such the position is based in Antigonish Nova Scotia and some travel throughout the province will be required. The successful candidate must hold a valid drivers license. Experience with both synchronous and asynchronous modes of online instruction are considered assets.

The successful candidate will have a Masters degree and experience teaching in P12 school communities. A completed or nearly completed PhD is considered an asset. Candidates should have familiarity and working knowledge of the Nova Scotia education context particularly as it relates to inclusive education and / or mental health.

A letter of application curriculum vitae statement of teaching philosophy and interests and names and contact information of three referees should be sent by email to :

Dr. Lace Marie Brogden Dean

Attention : Jennifer Connors

St. Francis Xavier University

PO Box 5000 Antigonish NS B2G 2W5

Email your application to

Consideration of applicants will begin February 1 2026.

St. Francis Xavier University is located in Mikmaki the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mikmaq People.

Our institution is committed to upholding the values of equity diversity inclusion and accessibility. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized including Indigenous persons (especially Mikmaq) minoritized persons (especially African Nova Scotians) persons with disabilities those who identify as women and / or 2SLGBTQIA and any others who would contribute to the diversity of our candidates will be provided the opportunity to self-identify through a process with People & note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

We are also committed to the elimination of barriers to participation for persons with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation during the recruitment process please contact Human Resources at or .

About St. Francis Xavier University

StFX is a top-ranking Canadian primarily undergraduate university focused on academic excellence innovation in teaching and research service to society and international in 1853 StFX has a long and proud tradition as one of Canadas oldest universities. For almost 165 years we have cultivated our strong and resilient spirit dedication to intellectual rigour and commitment to engaging students who aspire to be community-minded citizens of the world.

About Antigonish Nova Scotia

The beautiful and historic town of Antigonish Nova Scotia is located the northeastern corner of Nova Scotia. Were only a 15-minute drive from the ocean and two-hour drive to major urban a diverse and growing population Antigonish is a family friendly town with lots of opportunity access to good education at all levels recreation sports and culture activities. It is surrounded by rolling countryside with hiking and beautiful beaches. We enjoy a vibrant culture in the arts with music performing arts visual arts and crafts and fabulous festivals throughout the year. For more information visit or .

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Early Childhood Education,Classroom Experience,Education Administration,Lesson Planning,Special Education,Adult Education,Teaching,Curriculum Development,Administrative Experience,Leadership Experience,Program Development,Supervising Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1