Sessional - Faculty (FNLG 1100 Tsilhqot'in) at Thompson Rivers University – Williams Lake, British Columbia
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Applications will be reviewed commencing the closing application date and may continue until the position is filled.
TRU’s Williams Lake campus is located approximately three hours northwest of Kamloops, in the heart of the scenic Cariboo region, on T’exelcemc territory within the unceded traditional lands of the Secwepemc Nation.
Our small, friendly and close-knit campus community is located within the city of Williams Lake, named in honor of Secwepemc Chief William. Here, you’ll enjoy a quiet and affordable lifestyle, with all the amenities of a larger center, and with four seasons of spectacular outdoor adventures in your own beautiful backyard. A region rich in history and a plentiful selection of outdoor activities in untouched wilderness, from fishing one of the 4,500 lakes, hiking to mountain tops, to snowmobiling through fresh powder.
The Department of Literatures, Languages and Performing Arts at Thompson Rivers University, Williams Lake Campus, is inviting applications for a sessional lecturer position in FNLG 1100 - Introduction to First Nations Language 2 - Tsilhqot'in February 16, 2026 - May 6, 2026
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action to recognize the importance of Elders to our campus and our students learning of traditional ways of knowing and languages. In this spirit, TRU acknowledges Elders and traditional knowledge keepers as valued educators.
- Experience as a Tsilqot'in language teacher
- Advanced fluency in comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing Tsilqot'in
- Master’s Degree or equivalent qualifications and experience
- Previous post-secondary teaching experience preferred
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit our Careers website. External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.