Professor, Indigenous Ways of Health and Education - FHLS

Job Details

Title:

Professor, Indigenous Ways of Knowing in Health and Education

Status:
Full‑time Academic

Faculty:
Faculty of Health & Life Sciences

Campus/

Location:

North Campus (may be assigned to any Humber campus, including Lakeshore and IGS)

Salary:
Academic starting salaries are determined based on qualifications and years of related experience as detailed in the collective agreement for academic employees.

As part of our commitment to Indigenous Education, and in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action # 7, 12, 22, 23, and 24, Humber has created a Professor, Indigenous Ways of Knowing in Health and Education role to support the growth and development of culturally safe education and professional practice. The successful candidate will teach predominantly in the Early Childhood Education and Nursing programs, develop curriculum and teach courses or modules within a variety of programs within the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, and weave Indigenous ways of being, knowing, and doing into classroom teaching and research.

Some teaching will be land‑based in the Humber Arboretum or other outdoor spaces. The candidate must maintain and develop community partnerships, including relationships with regional Indigenous communities.

• Minimum of a Master’s degree (PhD preferred).
• Minimum of five years of teaching experience in postsecondary education, with a record of teaching excellence and classroom innovation.
• Significant experience working with Indigenous communities in a health‑related capacity.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and support students using culturally responsive pedagogies.
• Strong knowledge and experience applying decolonizing/anti‑racism pedagogical principles and a commitment to equity and inclusion.
• Knowledge of the highly political nature of Indigenous Education and experience navigating difficult conversations toward positive outcomes.
• Well‑developed interpersonal communication and problem‑solving skills; ability to contribute positively to curriculum development and delivery.

• Research and/or teaching experience in the areas of social justice, anti‑bias, and Indigenous knowledge systems.
• Provide consultation and support services that empower faculty to weave Indigenous curriculum and pedagogies into instructional design, assessment, technology, and learning outcomes.
• Research, design, and deliver workshops, training, and instructional supports to enhance faculty engagement with Indigenous histories and perspectives.
• Provide quality assurance support and guidance on integration and alignment of Indigenous content and courses within program curricula.
• Gather feedback from faculty and students to assess effectiveness of institutional strategies and curricula.
• Work closely with colleagues across the faculty to build capacity and supports for Indigenous students.
• Work with Indigenous communities to build mutual understanding and develop meaningful conversations to strengthen Humber’s relationship with and relevance in Indigenous communities.

• An opportunity to be part of building Humber’s future.
• Be part of a diverse, hard‑working, and supportive team.
• Tools and technology that will allow you to succeed at your job.
• Amazing perks.

Humber Polytechnic is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity‑deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity and inclusion in a post‑secondary environment. Humber supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, LGBTQ2S+ workers and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

For the purpose of statistical data collection, applicants are strongly encouraged to voluntarily self‑identify. Humber’s diverse workplace also supports Francophone workers and young workers.

Humber Polytechnic is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our Talent Acquisition team will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.

At Humber Polytechnic, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. All employees and applicants have the right to work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance with concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Office of Human Rights and Harassment ().

Work Locations:
North Campus – 205 Humber College Blvd., Etobicoke M9W 5L7.

Final date to receive applications:
July 03, 2026.