Employment Posting: Practical Course Instructor - School of Physical and Health Education (On-campus) Winter 2027

Employment Type:
Part-time Faculty
Position Posted:
9 hours ago

Date Posted: Tuesday November 10, 2026
Closing Date: Friday November 13, 2026 at 4:00pm (open until filled)

Position: Practical Course Instructor
Hours: Total of 12 instructional hours over 4 weeks
Location: North Bay 
Delivery Mode: On-campus

Faculty: Faculty of Education and Professional Studies 
School: School of Physical and Health Education  

Financial Compensation: Please review the compensation table in the Contract Academic Staff Bargaining Unit (CASBU) Collective Agreement which has been linked here: CASBU 2025-2028.

Nipissing University invites applications for existing vacancies for part-time practical course instructors for the Winter 2027 term.

Qualifications: 

  • The minimum education requirement is a university degree or college diploma in physical education/kinesiology or a related discipline, with preference given to a post-graduate degree. 
  • Qualifications and teaching experience specific to the course are required, preferably at the post-secondary level. 
  • Competence in course planning and delivery, teaching space management, and student evaluation should be provided.  

Duties: 

  • Responsible for all instruction and evaluation for the portion of the course to which they are assigned.

  • Will be available to meet with students outside of the official classroom time.

  • Complete mandatory training requirements, review and follow Nipissing University's policies and procedures.

Courses Available:

  • PHED-1233 - Basketball I
    January 11, 2027 – February 5, 2027, Monday/Wednesday, 2:00pm-3:20pm 
    February 8, 2027 – March 12, 2027, Monday/Wednesday, 2:00pm-3:20pm 

  • PHED-2223 - Lacrosse
    January 11, 2027 – February 5, 2027, Tuesday/Thursday, 4:30pm-5:50pm 
    February 8, 2027 – March 12, 2027, Tuesday/Thursday, 4:30pm-5:50pm 

  • PHED-3243 - Winter Camping
    February 6, 2027 – February 7, 2027, Saturday/Sunday, 9:00am-2:50pm 

Course Descriptions: Please review the academic calendar which has been linked here: PHED Course Descriptions   

How to Apply: 

To be considered for a part-time practical course instructor position, please complete the application form and submit the following document by email as a single PDF to EPSFacPos@nipissingu.ca. 

📌 Cover letter 
📌 Curriculum vitae or resume 
📌 Proof of highest level of education 
📌 Proof of other qualifications (if applicable) 
📌 Professional letter of reference 
📌 Work permit (if applicable) 

Upon application closing date, all submitted applications will be reviewed. Applications submitted after the closing date will be reviewed as received and until all positions are filled. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Link to Application Form:  26FW Part-Time Practical Instructor Application, Winter Postings – Fill out form


Nipissing University does not use artificial intelligence or automated tools in the recruitment and selection process. 

Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a covering letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.  

Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada.  

Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at access@nipissingu.ca. 

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