Thompson Rivers University·Kamloops, British Columbia
Teach two sections of ECED 3400 (Infant and Toddler Field Experience) in the Winter 2027 semester.
Support planned and spontaneous programming for infants and toddlers.
Foster respectful interactions with infants and toddlers.
Guide students to reflect on prior experiences and assimilate new knowledge, theory, research, and apply it to practice.
Support students in developing advanced professional competencies, knowledge, and reflective skills.
Guide students to formulate an action-based research question related to the sensorial and/or social environment.
Support dissemination of research outcomes using pedagogical narrations with children, families, educators, and class members.
Visit up to 8 students once weekly at their practica locations within the Kamloops-Thompson area.
Develop and deliver culturally appropriate curricula aligned with early learning frameworks.
Integrate Indigenous knowledge and teaching methods into instruction
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 3400 (Infant and Toddler Field Experience [4 credits]) in the Winter 2027 semester. ECED 3400 (Infant and Toddler Field Experience): This field experience is designed to provide opportunities for planned and spontaneous programming and to foster respectful interactions with infants and toddlers. Students reflect on previous experiences, assimilate new knowledge, theory and research, and apply it to their practice with infants and toddlers. During this field placement, students demonstrate advanced professional competencies, knowledge and reflective skills, and formulate an action-based research question related to the sensorial and/or social environment which supports their program planning. Students use pedagogical narrations to disseminate research outcomes with children, families, educators, and class members.
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.
Certificate to practice in Infant Toddler Education and/or experience working with infants and toddlers; Experience in curriculum making with infants and toddlers.
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 (e.g., Education, Childhood Studies, Child and Youth Care, Curriculum Studies).
Certificate to practice in Infant Toddler Education and/or experience working with infants and toddlers; experience in curriculum making with infants and toddlers.
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 to develop innovative programs.
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 practica locations; mileage reimbursed per TRU website
Market context
In British Columbia, sessional faculty roles in early childhood education are often tied to program delivery needs and can draw candidates with both academic credentials and hands-on infant-toddler experience. This role is competitive because it asks for a master’s degree plus specialized practice or curriculum experience with infants and toddlers. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your fit against the original posting before applying.