Thompson Rivers University·Kamloops, British Columbia
Teach two sections of ECED 1300 (Practicum 2 – Program Planning for Young Children) in the Winter 2027 semester.
Mentor students participating as team members in childcare programs.
Support students with additional responsibilities related to curriculum planning, managing a program, and documentation.
Guide students to introduce a project to a group of young children.
Support observation and recording of children's learning and making learning visible to children, families, educators, and community.
Visit up to 8 students once weekly at their practicum locations within the Kamloops-Thompson area.
Develop culturally appropriate curricula and integrate Indigenous knowledge and teaching methods
Application Restrictions Open to both Internal and external Job Type Faculty (Sessional) Posting In effect from 20/7/2026 Closing Application Date 31/7/2026 Applications will be reviewed commencing the closing application date and may continue until the position is filled. Instructional Type Academic/Career(max 24 credits) Anticipated Start Date 11/1/2027 Position End Date (If Applicable) 28/4/2027
The Early Childhood Education Program in the School of Education (Faculty of Education and Social Work) at Thompson Rivers University is seeking sessional faculty members who will teach two sections of ECED 1300 (Practicum 2 – Program Planning for Young Children) in the Winter 2027 semester. ECED 1300 (Practicum 2 - Program Planning for Young Children): Building on the goals of ECED 1200: Practicum 1, students integrate their knowledge and skills while participating as a team member in childcare programs. Students take on additional responsibilities related to curriculum planning, managing a program, and responsibility for documentation with the mentorship of an early childhood educator and a practicum instructor. Students introduce a project to a group of young children, observe and record children's learning, and make the learning visible to the children, families, educators, and community.
A master’s degree in ECE or relevant field is required. For example, a relevant field could include Education, Childhood Studies, Child and Youth Care, or Curriculum Studies.
Evidence of a minimum of three years of knowledge and experience working with young children and families in a licensed early years program or primary classroom (birth to 8 years old).
Demonstrated knowledge of early years curriculum including pedagogical narrations and working with current early learning frameworks to develop innovative programs for young children.
Demonstrated expertise in the course topic areas.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrated experience in integrating Indigenous knowledge and teaching methods (TRC CA 63)
Proven skills in building student capacity for intercultural understanding, empathy, and mutual respect (TRC CA 62)
Teaching excellence, including developing culturally appropriate curricula (TRC CA 10)
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, decolonization, anti-racism and social justice in education.
A drivers’ license and/or the ability to arrange for transportation to visit up to 8 students once weekly at their various practica locations is required. The sites are within the Kamloops-Thompson area but may not be all in Kamloops or may not all be accessible by public transportation. Mileage rates are updated by TRU. The Faculty of Education and Social Work reimburses mileage only at the rate found on the TRU website.
Three years of successful teaching experience in post-secondary institutions.
Active participation in ongoing research and / or community activities that contribute to and expand opportunities for students within the ECE program.
Experience implementing curriculum and thinking with reconceptualist theories and curriculum. Pay Band $2,575.50 - $2,575.50 ( Sessional Faculty - Academic (per credit) ) Location Kamloops, BC CA (Primary) # of Hires Needed 2 Organizational Unit Thompson Rivers University -> Faculty of Education and Social Work ->
Education
Diversity and
Inclusion
Commitment: Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
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.
Master’s degree in ECE or a relevant field.
Minimum three years of knowledge and experience working with young children and families in a licensed early years program or primary classroom (birth to 8 years old).
Demonstrated knowledge of early years curriculum, including pedagogical narrations and working with current early learning frameworks.
Demonstrated expertise in the course topic areas.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Demonstrated experience integrating Indigenous knowledge and teaching methods (TRC CA 63).
Proven skills building student capacity for intercultural understanding, empathy, and mutual respect (TRC CA 62).
Teaching excellence, including developing culturally appropriate curricula (TRC CA 10).
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, decolonization, anti-racism, and social justice in education.
Drivers’ license and/or ability to arrange transportation to visit up to 8 students once weekly at practicum locations; mileage reimbursed at TRU rate
Market context
In British Columbia, sessional faculty roles in early childhood education are often tied to term-based teaching needs and can attract candidates with both academic preparation and recent practice in early years settings. This role is competitive because it asks for a master’s degree plus substantial experience with children and families, along with familiarity with early years curriculum and pedagogical narration. Review the course focus and align your application examples to licensed early years or primary classroom work; this platform AI-summarizes requirements and benefits from the original posting, which can save you research time.