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Position Title Part-Time Academic FRENCH 1007.03 (01): Basic French – Fall 2025
Posting Number PTAP3061P
Department/Unit French
Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Job Summary & Key Responsibilities
A part-time academic is needed to teach FREN1007-01: Basic French, in the fall term of 2025-2026 academic year (September-December 2025). The course is scheduled on Mondays and Wednesdays, 11:25a.m. – 12:55p.m.

The selected applicant will teach the basic components of French grammar (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) to students with no previous background in French or who have studied French up to grade 8-9. As instructor, the candidate will be responsible for all aspects of teaching and administering the class, including lectures, test preparation, evaluation and electronic submission of grades.

Instructors are expected to maintain reliable and constant communication with the administration of the Department, to be available for two hours per week for consultation with students and to have students fill out the evaluation questionnaire at the end of the course. Instructors report to the Chairperson of the Department.

Qualifications/Requirements of Position
At least a Master’s degree in French, plus previous teaching experience.
Native or near-native competence in French. There is a requirement for an
interview for all candidates who have not previously been interviewed for a
position at the 1000 or 1005 levels, who have never held a full time position
in the department or who are not retired faculty. Any candidate has a right to
be re-interviewed for each new hiring cycle but must specifically request this.
In addition to a letter of application and CV, candidates may submit any
supporting document they deem relevant, such as student evaluations, etc.
Salary Range/Pay Rate Per CUPE Collective Agreement
Additional Information
All offers of employment as a part-time academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

Posting Detail Information 

Term of appointment September – December 2025
Open Date
Close Date 08/18/2025
Open Until Filled
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

  1. Cover Letter
  2. Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV)


Position Title Part-Time Academic FRENCH 1007.03 (05): Basic French – Fall 2025
Posting Number PTAP3062P
Department/Unit French
Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Job Summary & Key Responsibilities
A part-time academic is needed to teach FREN 1007.03 (05): Basic French, in the fall term of 2025-2026 academic year (September-December 2025). The course is scheduled on Mondays and Wednesdays, 14:35-15:55.

The selected applicant will teach the basic components of French grammar (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) to students with no previous background in French or who have studied French up to grade 8-9. As instructor, the candidate will be responsible for all aspects of teaching and administering the class, including lectures, test preparation, evaluation and electronic submission of grades.

Instructors are expected to maintain reliable and constant communication with the administration of the Department, to be available for two hours per week for consultation with students and to have students fill out the evaluation questionnaire at the end of the course. Instructors report to the Chairperson of the Department.

Qualifications/Requirements of Position
At least a Master’s degree in French, plus previous teaching experience.
Native or near-native competence in French. There is a requirement for an
interview for all candidates who have not previously been interviewed for a
position at the 1000 or 1005 levels, who have never held a full time position
in the department or who are not retired faculty. Any candidate has a right to
be re-interviewed for each new hiring cycle but must specifically request this.
In addition to a letter of application and CV, candidates may submit any
supporting document they deem relevant, such as student evaluations, etc.
Salary Range/Pay Rate Per CUPE Collective Agreement
Additional Information
All offers of employment as a part-time academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

Posting Detail Information 

Term of appointment September – December 2025
Open Date
Close Date 08/18/2025
Open Until Filled
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

  1. Cover Letter
  2. Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Position Title Part-Time Academic FRENCH 1007.03 (07): Basic French – Fall 2025
Posting Number PTAP3063P
Department/Unit French
Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Job Summary & Key Responsibilities
A part-time academic is needed to teach FREN 1007.03 (07): Basic French, in the fall term of 2025-2026 academic year (September-December 2025). The course is scheduled on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11:35-12:55.

The selected applicant will teach the basic components of French grammar (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) to students with no previous background in French or who have studied French up to grade 8-9. As instructor, the candidate will be responsible for all aspects of teaching and administering the class, including lectures, test preparation, evaluation and electronic submission of grades.

Instructors are expected to maintain reliable and constant communication with the administration of the Department, to be available for two hours per week for consultation with students and to have students fill out the evaluation questionnaire at the end of the course. Instructors report to the Chairperson of the Department.

Qualifications/Requirements of Position
At least a Master’s degree in French, plus previous teaching experience.
Native or near-native competence in French. There is a requirement for an
interview for all candidates who have not previously been interviewed for a
position at the 1000 or 1005 levels, who have never held a full time position
in the department or who are not retired faculty. Any candidate has a right to
be re-interviewed for each new hiring cycle but must specifically request this.
In addition to a letter of application and CV, candidates may submit any
supporting document they deem relevant, such as student evaluations, etc.
Salary Range/Pay Rate Per CUPE Collective Agreement
Additional Information
All offers of employment as a part-time academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

Posting Detail Information 

Term of appointment September – December 2025
Open Date
Close Date 08/18/2025
Open Until Filled
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

  1. Cover Letter
  2. Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV)


Position Title Part-Time Academic FRENCH 1007.03 (09): Basic French – Fall 2025
Posting Number PTAP3064P
Department/Unit French
Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Job Summary & Key Responsibilities
A part-time academic is needed to teach FREN 1007.03 (09): Basic French, in the fall term of 2025-2026 academic year (September-December 2025). The course is scheduled on Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:35-9:55 a.m.

The selected applicant will teach the basic components of French grammar (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) to students with no previous background in French or who have studied French up to grade 8-9. As instructor, the candidate will be responsible for all aspects of teaching and administering the class, including lectures, test preparation, evaluation and electronic submission of grades.

Instructors are expected to maintain reliable and constant communication with the administration of the Department, to be available for two hours per week for consultation with students and to have students fill out the evaluation questionnaire at the end of the course. Instructors report to the Chairperson of the Department.

Qualifications/Requirements of Position
At least a Master’s degree in French, plus previous teaching experience.
Native or near-native competence in French. There is a requirement for an
interview for all candidates who have not previously been interviewed for a
position at the 1000 or 1005 levels, who have never held a full time position
in the department or who are not retired faculty. Any candidate has a right to
be re-interviewed for each new hiring cycle but must specifically request this.
In addition to a letter of application and CV, candidates may submit any
supporting document they deem relevant, such as student evaluations, etc.
Salary Range/Pay Rate Per CUPE Collective Agreement
Additional Information
All offers of employment as a part-time academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

Posting Detail Information 

Term of appointment September – December 2025
Open Date
Close Date 08/18/2025
Open Until Filled
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

  1. Cover Letter
  2. Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Position Title Part-Time Academic FRENCH 1057.03 (03): French for Former Immersion Students – Fall 2025
Posting Number PTAP3065P
Department/Unit French
Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Job Summary & Key Responsibilities
A part-time instructor is needed to teach French 1057.03 (03), French for Former Immersion Students, for the fall term of the 2025-2026 academic year (September–December 2025), scheduled to be taught on Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:05-11:25.

The selected applicant will teach a class involving a review of all basic components of French grammar, and a further development of all 4 language skills, with a greater emphasis on reading and writing. As instructor, the candidate will be responsible for all aspects of teaching and administering the class, including lectures, test preparation, evaluation and electronic submission of grades.

Instructors are expected to maintain reliable and constant communication with administration of the Department, to be available for two hours per week for consultation with students, and to have students fill out the evaluation questionnaire at the end of the course. Instructors report to the Chairperson of the Department.

Qualifications/Requirements of Position
At least a Master’s degree in French, plus previous teaching experience. Native or near-native competence in French. There is a requirement for an interview for all candidates who have not previously been interviewed for a position at the 1000 or 1005 levels, who have never held a full time position in the department or who are not retired faculty. Any candidate has a right to be re-interviewed for each new hiring cycle but must specifically request this. In addition to a letter of application, candidates may submit any supporting document they deem relevant, such as a CV, student evaluations, etc. Interviews will be conducted by video conference or telephone.
Salary Range/Pay Rate Per CUPE Collective Agreement
Additional Information
All offers of employment as a part-time academic are conditional upon sufficient student enrolment in the course and approval by the University.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

Posting Detail Information 

Term of appointment September – December 2025
Open Date
Close Date 08/18/2025
Open Until Filled
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

  1. Cover Letter
  2. Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV)
 

 MSVU

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Department/Faculty: Modern Languages
Course Name: Basic Practical French II
Course Code: FREN 1102 18
Academic Term: Summer Session II
Class Timetable: M W 4:30 pm – 5:45 pm (Multi-Mode Online)
Course Unit Value: 0.5
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Start Date: 7/2/2025
End Date: 8/15/2025


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Qualifications:
Candidates should have native or near-native proficiency in French.  They
should have a demonstrated commitment to and satisfactory experience in
the teaching of languages at the University level.  MA minimum in a field
relevant to course content OR BA in a field relevant to course content and
successful teaching experience at the University level.  Candidates should
have prior experience in Distance Education using Moodle and the
Blackboard/Collaborate virtual classroom, and/or be willing to participate
in additional training in the use of Moodle and Collaborate.
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Duties: Preparation, teaching, student consultation, grading and marking,
distribution of student evaluation questionnaires, involvement in student
appeals, and other duties appropriate to the
appointment. —————————————————
Additional Duties:
Instructors are required to invigilate proctored tests and exams for
students writing on campus (mandatory for students within 100 kms of
campus).
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Remuneration: Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement
between Mount Saint Vincent University and CUPE 3912
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How to apply: Send your application accompanied by curriculum vitae and
the names of three references to:
Department Chair: Dr. Alexandra Tsedryk, Dept. of Modern Languages

Email: denitsa.roby@msvu.ca

Application deadline: 2/27/2025
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 MSVU

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Department/Faculty: Modern Languages
Course Name: Basic Practical French I
Course Code: FREN 1101 18
Academic Term: Summer Session I
Class Timetable: M W 4:30 pm – 5:45 pm (Multi-Mode Online)
Course Unit Value: 0.5
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Start Date: 5/5/2025
End Date: 6/20/2025
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Qualifications:
Candidates should have native or near-native proficiency in French.  They
should have a demonstrated commitment to and satisfactory experience in
the teaching of languages at the University level.  MA minimum in a field
relevant to course content OR BA in a field relevant to course content and
successful teaching experience at the University level.  Candidates should
have prior experience in Distance Education using Moodle and the
Blackboard/Collaborate virtual classroom, and/or be willing to participate
in additional training in the use of Moodle and Collaborate.  Instructors
are required to invigilate proctored tests and exams for students writing
on campus (mandatory for students within 100 kms of campus).
—————————————————
Duties: Preparation, teaching, student consultation, grading and marking,
distribution of student evaluation questionnaires, involvement in student
appeals, and other duties appropriate to the
appointment. —————————————————
Additional Duties:
Instructors are required to invigilate proctored tests and exams for
students writing on campus (mandatory for students within 100 kms of
campus).
—————————————————
Remuneration: Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement
between Mount Saint Vincent University and CUPE 3912
—————————————————
How to apply: Send your application accompanied by curriculum vitae and
the names of three references to:
Department Chair: Dr. Alexandra Tsedryk, Dept. of Modern Languages
Email: Denitsa.Roby@msvu.ca

Application deadline: 2/27/2025
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