Sessional Instructor Japanese

Job Summary

The Department of Modern Languages at the University of the Fraser Valley invites applicants for a sessional instructor appointment in Japanese language courses. The successful applicant will be able to teach courses at all levels in Japanese.

Qualifications

The successful applicant must have fluency in Japanese and a graduate level degree (eg. MA or equivalent) preferably in Japanese language literature and culture. Preference will be given to candidates who hold a PhD. We are seeking a collegial energetic and innovative individual who has successful teaching experience at the undergraduate level and who communicates effectively with students both in and out of the classroom; and can develop new and innovative modes of delivery. A good knowledge of Brightspace is an asset.

How to Apply

Candidates should submit:
- a cover letter
- curriculum vitae
- one page statement of teaching philosophy
- recent teaching evaluations
- original syllabi for a 100-level Japanese language course
- a list of three contacts who are willing to act as references

The Selection Advisory Committee will begin reviewing applications on May 15th 2026.

About UFV

The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the traditional territory of the Halqeméylem-speaking peoples. We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in Stó:lo Tém:éxw (Stó:lo Land; Stó:lo World). In all that we do UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lo peoples goals of self-determination and well-being on these lands. A commitment to Indigenization and Reconciliation is core to our institutional Vision and Integrated Strategic Plan: IYAQAWTXW which means House of Transformation. This commitment includes the goal of centering Indigenous ways of knowing throughout our organization recognizing our responsibilities to community and a multi-year plan to increase the number of Indigenous faculty staff and administrators working at UFV.

UFV has four campus locations within the beautiful Fraser Valley in British Columbia. Recognized as one of BCs top employers UFV offers a combination of career and lifestyle benefits. Join a team of 1400 passionate professionals who value integrity inclusivity and excellence. At UFV you will serve a vibrant community and shape the future of 15000 students.

Indigenization equity and diversity are essential to our work as a university. A diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented and marginalized. At UFV we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we proudly serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples members of groups that experience discrimination due to race colour place of origin ancestry and/or religion persons who identify as women and 2SLGBTQ and persons with disabilities. We invite applicants to complete a confidential self-identification survey as part of the application process. All questions are voluntary with an option to decline to answer. Information will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the recruitment process and results are not shared with the selection committee. Inquiries about the survey may be directed to Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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