Job Description
Date: Jul 11, 2026
Location: Waterloo, CA
Company: Wilfrid Laurier University
Faculty/Academic Area: Faculty of Education
Department: N/A
Campus: Waterloo
Employee Group: WLUFA
Requisition ID: 10091
Position Title: INED301 (A): Introduction to Adult Education, Winter 2026
Term: Winter 2026 (January 1 – April 30, 2026)
Mode of Delivery: Lecture
Days/Times: Monday, 1:00-3:50 PM
Hours per week/Hours Total: 3 hours per week/36 hours in total
Anticipated Class Size: 45
Additional Course Requirements: None
Posted on: July 11, 2026
Posting ends: July 25, 2026
Position Summary: This course explores approaches to lifelong learning through the lens of self-directed inquiry and experiential methods. Perspectives on teaching adults in international contexts will be prominent.
Qualifications – Required: Master’s degree in education or related discipline; Bachelor of Education and/or K – 12 Teaching Certification and/or Adult Education Certificate; experience teaching adults in an educational context; post-secondary teaching experience in the content area
Qualifications – Discipline: Education or related content area
Qualifications - Areas of Specialization: Adult education; International and comparative education
Assets for a Successful Candidate: Doctoral degree in adult education or related discipline; experience teaching adults in an educational context outside of Canada; evidence of scholarship in content area
Qualifications - Professional Designation:
Salary: $9206.40
Application Deadline: July 25, 2026 (11:59pm)
Submit with Application:
Required for All Applicants
CV
Teaching Dossier
Candidate Application Form (CAF)
Required for External Applicants
Names and Contact Information for Referees
Evidence of Good Teaching (e.g., teaching philosophy; assessment practices; scholarship that informs your teaching; evaluations)
Verification of highest degree
Optional
Cover Letter
Applications may be addressed to:
Dr. Jennifer Straub
Chair, Part-time Appointment Committee
Faculty of Education
Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, Ontario
To Apply:
Electronic submission of applications is preferred as a single PDF and will be accepted through this job portal
You will be asked to sign in if you have already created an account. If you are not a registered user, you may create an account to apply to career opportunities. Once an account is created you will be able to sign in to apply for the position.
This appointment is in accordance with the Contract Teaching Faculty and Part-time Librarians Collective Agreement, for which the Wilfrid Laurier Faculty Association (WLUFA) is the exclusive bargaining agent. All applicants are assessed using both the “Appendix H: Assessment of CTF Candidates under 13.6.1” in the collective agreement and the program specific rubric. Candidates should review these documents and ensure the information required is easily accessible in the application.
Please Note:
Candidate Application form (CAF) is used to apply to an individual posting and must be submitted with each application. The completed form is to be uploaded with all other application materials by the deadline listed in the course posting. Refer to Appendix I of the Contract Teaching Faculty Collective Agreement for further guidance about completing the CAF and Appendix H for details on how this form will be scored.
CTF Members (those who have taught a Laurier in the last 36 months) may wish to submit a single application to multiple course postings via the Posted Course Application Form (PCAF) Appendix G, which includes the CAF. The link to the Faculty specific PCAF is included in the email notification of posted courses you would have received from the hiring department/program/area at Laurier. The PCAF is a separate form due within 5 days of the email notification of posted courses and is submitted via Qualtrics. Refer to this notification for the link to the PCAF. Members who do not submit a PCAF may apply for posted course through a separate application for each course. Refer to the collective agreement for additional information on the PCAF.
For Supplementary Remuneration for large classes or multi-section courses, see Article 28.3
Pursuant to Article 13.5 of the Collective Agreement for Contract Teaching Faculty (CTF) and Part-time Librarians, all applicants shall apply electronically. Applications must be received by 23:59 local time of the date on the posting.
Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier's Employee Success Factors.
Diversity and creating a culture of inclusion is a key pillar of Wilfrid Laurier University's Strategic Academic Plan and is one of Laurier's core values. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from candidates from equity deserving groups. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives at [email protected]. Candidates from other equity deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity and Accessibility at [email protected]. We have strived to make our application process accessible, however if you require any assistance applying for a position or would like this job posting in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In accordance with the requirements of Citizenship and Immigration Canada, the successful applicants will be required to prove they are legally able to work in Canada.
Members of the designated groups must self-identify to the appropriate Dean(s) to be considered for employment equity.
All course offerings will be contingent on adequate student registration and subject to budgetary funding.
Members of the Contract Teaching Faculty bargaining unit:
Should you be interested in learning more about this opportunity, please visit www.wlu.ca/careers for additional information and the online application system.
All applications shall be reviewed and considered under a set of criteria established by the part-time hiring committee. Only those applicants recommended for a position will be contacted.
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Location: Waterloo, CA
Company: Wilfrid Laurier University
Faculty/Academic Area: Faculty of Education
Department: N/A
Campus: Waterloo
Employee Group: WLUFA
Requisition ID: 10091
Position Title: INED301 (A): Introduction to Adult Education, Winter 2026
Term: Winter 2026 (January 1 – April 30, 2026)
Mode of Delivery: Lecture
Days/Times: Monday, 1:00-3:50 PM
Hours per week/Hours Total: 3 hours per week/36 hours in total
Anticipated Class Size: 45
Additional Course Requirements: None
Posted on: July 11, 2026
Posting ends: July 25, 2026
Position Summary: This course explores approaches to lifelong learning through the lens of self-directed inquiry and experiential methods. Perspectives on teaching adults in international contexts will be prominent.
Qualifications – Required: Master’s degree in education or related discipline; Bachelor of Education and/or K – 12 Teaching Certification and/or Adult Education Certificate; experience teaching adults in an educational context; post-secondary teaching experience in the content area
Qualifications – Discipline: Education or related content area
Qualifications - Areas of Specialization: Adult education; International and comparative education
Assets for a Successful Candidate: Doctoral degree in adult education or related discipline; experience teaching adults in an educational context outside of Canada; evidence of scholarship in content area
Qualifications - Professional Designation:
Salary: $9206.40
Application Deadline: July 25, 2026 (11:59pm)
Submit with Application:
Required for All Applicants
CV
Teaching Dossier
Candidate Application Form (CAF)
Required for External Applicants
Names and Contact Information for Referees
Evidence of Good Teaching (e.g., teaching philosophy; assessment practices; scholarship that informs your teaching; evaluations)
Verification of highest degree
Optional
Cover Letter
Applications may be addressed to:
Dr. Jennifer Straub
Chair, Part-time Appointment Committee
Faculty of Education
Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, Ontario
To Apply:
Electronic submission of applications is preferred as a single PDF and will be accepted through this job portal
You will be asked to sign in if you have already created an account. If you are not a registered user, you may create an account to apply to career opportunities. Once an account is created you will be able to sign in to apply for the position.
This appointment is in accordance with the Contract Teaching Faculty and Part-time Librarians Collective Agreement, for which the Wilfrid Laurier Faculty Association (WLUFA) is the exclusive bargaining agent. All applicants are assessed using both the “Appendix H: Assessment of CTF Candidates under 13.6.1” in the collective agreement and the program specific rubric. Candidates should review these documents and ensure the information required is easily accessible in the application.
Please Note:
Candidate Application form (CAF) is used to apply to an individual posting and must be submitted with each application. The completed form is to be uploaded with all other application materials by the deadline listed in the course posting. Refer to Appendix I of the Contract Teaching Faculty Collective Agreement for further guidance about completing the CAF and Appendix H for details on how this form will be scored.
CTF Members (those who have taught a Laurier in the last 36 months) may wish to submit a single application to multiple course postings via the Posted Course Application Form (PCAF) Appendix G, which includes the CAF. The link to the Faculty specific PCAF is included in the email notification of posted courses you would have received from the hiring department/program/area at Laurier. The PCAF is a separate form due within 5 days of the email notification of posted courses and is submitted via Qualtrics. Refer to this notification for the link to the PCAF. Members who do not submit a PCAF may apply for posted course through a separate application for each course. Refer to the collective agreement for additional information on the PCAF.
For Supplementary Remuneration for large classes or multi-section courses, see Article 28.3
Pursuant to Article 13.5 of the Collective Agreement for Contract Teaching Faculty (CTF) and Part-time Librarians, all applicants shall apply electronically. Applications must be received by 23:59 local time of the date on the posting.
Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier's Employee Success Factors.
Diversity and creating a culture of inclusion is a key pillar of Wilfrid Laurier University's Strategic Academic Plan and is one of Laurier's core values. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from candidates from equity deserving groups. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives at [email protected]. Candidates from other equity deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity and Accessibility at [email protected]. We have strived to make our application process accessible, however if you require any assistance applying for a position or would like this job posting in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In accordance with the requirements of Citizenship and Immigration Canada, the successful applicants will be required to prove they are legally able to work in Canada.
Members of the designated groups must self-identify to the appropriate Dean(s) to be considered for employment equity.
All course offerings will be contingent on adequate student registration and subject to budgetary funding.
Members of the Contract Teaching Faculty bargaining unit:
Should you be interested in learning more about this opportunity, please visit www.wlu.ca/careers for additional information and the online application system.
All applications shall be reviewed and considered under a set of criteria established by the part-time hiring committee. Only those applicants recommended for a position will be contacted.
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💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The INED301 (A): Introduction to Adult Education, Winter 2026 position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in Waterloo offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.
