Sessional Instructor - Department of Modern Languages - Faculty of Arts (Fall 2025)

Competition Number:
34SI25
Position Type:
Sessional Opening
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Department of Modern Languages
Position:
Sessional Instructor
Contract:
Fall 2025

The Department of Modern Languages of the University of Prince Edward Island invites applications for Sessional Instructors for the Fall 2025 Semester. We are seeking an instructor to teach the following course in the Department of Modern Languages. This position is subject to final budgetary approval.

Please note: the course offered below will be taught in person, unless otherwise specified as an online course.

FR 1010 – French Language and Culture I (3 Credits) (Online)

This course proposes fundamentals of French and French culture through a progressive acquisition of basic communication skills and an understanding of the practices and products of French language and Francophone cultures. This course is open only to students who have a limited background in French. The French Placement test is mandatory in order to enroll.

Qualifications:

Successful applicants will have a graduate degree or a doctoral degree.

Preference will be given to the qualified candidates with seniority on the UPEI Sessional Roster for Modern Languages and full-time and term contract Faculty Members of the Academic unit.

 

Application Instructions: 

Applicants should submit a letter of application, an updated C.V., and the names of three referees to:

Dr. Scott Lee
Department of Modern Languages 
University of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown, PE C1A 4P3
slee@upei.ca

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

Closing date for applications is April 28, 2025. 

UPEI encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.