SESSIONAL FACULTY-MOHAWK 1Z03: Introduction to Mohawk Language- Winter 2027

**Job ID** 76382 **Job Title** SESSIONAL FACULTY-MOHAWK 1Z03: Introduction to Mohawk Language- Winter 2027 **Regular/Temporary** Temporary **Location** Central Campus **Open Date** 2026/05/26 **Job Type** Limited Term (<12 months) **Close Date** 2026/06/15 **Employee Group** CUPE Sessional Faculty **Favorite Job** **Department** SOCSCI Indigenous Studies **Full/Part Time** Part-Time **Job Code** 001095 **Existing Vacancy** Yes - Newly Created Position **Contract Duration** 3.1 Months **Target Number of Openings** 1 **Hours per Week** 17.89 **Job Description** The Indigenous Studies Department invites applications for the following teaching position to be offered in the 2026-2027 academic session. Date of Posting: May 25 2026 Applications to be directed to: Dr. Robert Innes, Chair of Indigenous Studies Department Contact: Nicole Martin, Academic Department Manager – [email protected] Course Name(s)/Number(s): **MOHAWK 1Z03: Introduction to Mohawk Language and Culture** Term: Winter 2027 Number of Section(s) Available: 1 Number of Units per Section: 3 Location: TBD, McMaster Main Campus Projected Enrollment: 40 Projected TA Support: NA Wage Rate: $9,435.73 (As per schedule “A” of the CUPE, Local 3906, Unit 2 Collective Agreement) Start Time and Duration**:** Classes January 4 2027- April 7 2027 on Thursdays 6:00PM- 9:00PM. Exam Period: April 9 2027- April 22 2027 *\*\*\*Please note: Class times and locations are subject to change according to timetable updates.\*\** **Course Description/Relevant Employment Duties** This course will study the Mohawk language, in its spoken and written forms, in the context of Iroquoian cultural traditions, values, beliefs and customs. **Required Qualifications:** Fluency in the Mohawk language is essential. This course will study the Mohawk language, in its spoken and written forms, in the context of Haudenosaunee traditions, values, beliefs and customs. The candidate will preferably have a Bachelor's degree in Mohawk language or equivalent, and demonstrate knowledge of and sensitivity to the values of Indigenous people’s cultural traditions and spirituality. **Preferred Qualifications:** Previous experience teaching at the university level. - *Supplemented Fees- 15.02(a) The employee may be eligible to receive supplemented fees in accordance with Schedule C of the Collective Agreement.**The actual rate of pay when in excess of the base rate of pay is deemed to include any supplemented fees owing, to the extent of the excess amount.**If the actual rate of pay is less than the sum of the base rate of pay and the supplemented fees owing, then the employee shall receive the difference.* **Applications should be submitted in one (1) PDF file by applying online via MOSAIC at the McMaster Academic Careers website.** Please submit the following by the closing date: June 15th 1. A cover letter stating your intent to apply for the position (including your address, phone number, and email address) and emphasizing your experience with the material to be taught. 2. A resume listing your academic qualifications and relevant employment experience. 3. Information necessary to determine your current and aggregate seniority (as defined by Article 20 of the Unit 2 Collective Agreement). www.cupe3906.org/unit-2-seniority-information/ 4. Names and contact information of two references. Applicants will not be required to submit reference letters as part of their application. Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Services Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247) or Nina Bovair at ext. 23850 to communicate accommodation needs. **Pay Transparency Statement** The starting salary will not be less than $17,845.36 per 6 units, or $8,922.68 per 3 units. **Interview Experience** At McMaster University, we believe in a comprehensive and inclusive interview process. Our interview methods encompass a variety of approaches that allow our hiring teams to provide a flexible and accessible experience for engaging with our candidates. Throughout your recruitment process at McMaster, you may be requested to participate in a variety of formats, that may include in-person, virtual or recorded interviews. If you have any questions as you move through the hiring process, please reach out to [email protected] or the HR contact associated with your position of interest. **AI Statement** McMaster and its third-party partners may use AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants during the hiring process. Please note that currently our recruitment platform does not use AI nor is it part of our current recommended recruitment process.