OCAD University acknowledges the ancestral territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Haudenosaunee, the Anishinaabeg and the Huron-Wendat, who are the original owners and custodians of the land on which we live, work and create. OCAD University is Canada's largest and oldest art and design university, internationally recognized for creativity, innovation, and interdisciplinary learning. As the University advances its Academic and Strategic Plan, we are continuing to stengthen our commitment to Indigenous learning, decolonization, and meaningful institutional change.The OpportunityOCAD University is seeking a Curriculum Specialist, Indigenous Learning to lead strategic initiatives that advance Indigenous teaching, learning, and student success across the University.What You'll DoAdvance Indigenous Curriculum and Student SuccessLead and support curriculum development and renewal across OCAD U's undergraduate and graduate programs, strengthening engagement with Indigenous histories, perspectives, knowledges, methodologies, and cultural practices in art and designCollaborate with the Indigenous Student Centre and Indigenous Visual Culture program to assess Indigenous students' learning experiences and identify and address systemic barriers to learningDevelop teaching and learning resources and faculty professional learning initiatives that support Indigenous student experiences and successProvide subject matter expertise in Indigenous pedagogies, methodologies, and decolonizing approaches to strengthen the Centre for Learning & Teaching's programming and engagementLead the Renewal of Indigenous Learning Outcomes (ILO)Organize and lead the redesign and renewal of OCAD U's ILODevelop strategies, resources, documentation, and processes that support ongoing engagement with the ILO across the UniversityCoordinate and conduct consultations with faculty, the Indigenous Education Council, the Indigenous Cultural Advisory Circle, and Indigenous community partners, including Six Nations of the Grand River and the Mississaugas of the Credit First NationDevelop Learning and Community-Engagement InitiativesCo-facilitate and support the design, development, and production of an online Indigenous art, design,



and history course in collaboration with a multidisciplinary course-development teamDevelop and deliver community-engagement programming that strengthens faculty and staff understanding of Indigenous learning and decolonizationFacilitate professional learning and complex conversations to build institutional capacity and support meaningful organizational changeWhat You BringIndigenous Citizenship, Knowledge and Community RelationshipsIndigenous citizenship (First Nations, Inuit, Métis), connection to an Indigenous community, a history and/or evidence of lived experience and an understanding of Indigenous culture(s) and practicesIn depth knowledge of Indigenous pedagogies, methodologies and ways of knowing at the post-secondary level, including decolonizing and Indigenizing pedagogies, land-based learning, storytelling, experiential learning, and intergenerational and relational approaches to teaching and learningSignificant experience living and/or working with Indigenous communities and well-versed in protocol matters related to Indigenous relationships is essentialDemonstrated intercultural competence; experience working withdiverse Indigenous communities, including Elders, Knowledge Keepers, community members, faculty, academic administrators, administrative staff, program staff and studentsUnderstanding of the barriers and learning needs of Indigenous post-secondary studentsEducation And ExperienceSuccessful completion of a graduate/Master's degree with a specialization in Indigenous Education, Curriculum Studies or similar, Ph.D./Ed.D preferredFour (4) years of progressive experience working in Indigenous educational programming, community engagement, or related fields, or an equivalent combination of education, community-based knowledge, and lived experience.Three (3) years of experience developing collaborative partnerships to advance decolonization, including experience of organizational change-based projects in comparable sectors; demonstrated experiencefacilitating professional learning to build institutional capacityFamiliarity with post-secondary studies in art and design is essential; background in studio art or design a strong assetPost-secondary teaching experience or experience in a post-secondary teaching centre, writing centre or similar academic support unit is an asset. An equivalent combination of teaching, community, and/or professional experience demonstrating the required knowledge and competencies will also be considered.Curriculum,



Consultation and Program LeadershipExperience in the development and delivery of hybrid and online curriculum, an assetDemonstrated ability to manage programming with proven vision and initiative grounded in Indigenous epistemologiesProgram planning skills with ability to meet deadlines and manage complex projectsExperience designing and implementing consultation and needs assessment processesCollaboration and CommunicationFacilitation and consensus-building skills, with demonstrated ability to navigate complex and sensitive conversations across diverse community members, with faculty and staffStrong cooperative work orientation; ability to work both independently and consultatively within a team environmentExceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships, anticipate and respond to resistance and influence curriculum development and educational initiatives through dialogue, consultation and partnershipExcellent oral and written communication skills including academic and professional writing experienceCommitment and FlexibilityDemonstrated commitment to the principles and practices of equity, anti-racism, decolonizing and accessibility; experience promoting a respectful work and learning environment for students, faculty and staffFlexibility to adjust hours and location of work as needed to support programs and events outside of regular office hours and locationWork Arrangement & CompensationCompensation: OPSEU Unit 1, Appendix B, Grade 4; $46.33 to $60.88 per hourHours of Work: Monday to Friday, for a total of 35 hours per week. This is a temporary contract expected to continue until May 31, 2027.Mode of Work: This position is eligible for hybrid work arrangements; however, a minimum of three (3) days per week of on campus work isrequiredwith flexibility to adjust the days and times of work on campus to meet programming needs.Why Work at OCAD UniversityA vibrant and creative work environment surrounded by artists, designers, educators, and researchersAccess to employee assistance programPaid time off during the annual Winter ClosureA centrally located downtown campus with easy access to public transitThe opportunity to work collaboratively with Indigenous faculty, staff, students, leaders, and community partnersA meaningful role supporting Indigenous student success and advancing curricular and institutional changeIf you are an Indigenous applicant and require support during the recruitment process, please reach out to Olivia Bowes, Talent Acquisition Coordinator at [email protected].

📌 Curriculum Specialist, Indigenous Learning (Toronto)
🏢 OCAD University
📍 Toronto