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Course Instructor | Equine Functional Anatomy

Teaching Opportunity

Equine Guelph and the School of Continuing Studies (SCS) is recruiting an instructor for Equine Functional Anatomy with academic knowledge, a passion for teaching, and equine experience to facilitate an asynchronous online course in the Equine Studies Online program at the University of Guelph. Based in research and evidence-based practice, the course content draws on the expertise of Equine Guelph, the Ontario Veterinary College, and our equine industry partners. 

Position Description

We are looking for an instructor to facilitate our Equine Functional Anatomy course in the Winter 2026 semester beginning January 12, 2026 and ending April 5, 2026.

Course topics include:

  • Introductory Connecting Systems (Fat, Skin and Cardiovascular System)
  • Gastrointestinal Tract
  • Musculoskeletal System
  • Respiratory System
  • The Nervous and Endocrine Systems

We provide our students with an engaging, relevant learning experience where they can immediately apply the concepts learned in the course. As an instructor with the Equine Studies Online program, you are required to facilitate the instruction and learning of the current course using the tools available on the course website: encouraging discussion, asking questions, providing support material, and interacting with students to deliver an engaging learning experience.

Course Format

Equine Studies Online courses are non-degree credit courses. All courses are 12 weeks in length, delivered asynchronously through the University of Guelph’s online learning management system (D2L), and follow the semester timeline with courses beginning in September, January, and May. The courses are fully facilitated by an instructor, and all students begin and end the course together.

Instructor Responsibilities

With a welfare-based focus you will:

  • Guide students through the different systems using a “structure”, “function”, “form vs. use” and “common issues” approach
  • Encourage student learning by creating a supportive online community
  • Establish a presence in the online classroom and communicate effectively with students
  • Share real world experiences and provide examples that demonstrate your expertise of the topic area, and meet the needs of the learners currently taking the course
  • Provide feedback to students by engaging in online discussions and answering questions
  • Work from the existing course, complete a review, and provide revisions for the course outline, materials list, and course website when needed/requested
  • Grade all assignments and quizzes following the rubric/grading criteria in the course outline and provide appropriate feedback on submitted work 

Qualifications

You have:

  • A master's degree or PhD from an accredited institution, with expertise in the subject area of equine anatomy, including the outlined course topics
  • Knowledge of current resources and research in equine functional anatomy, while remaining current in your field
  • Exceptional written communication skills—you can communicate effectively with students and are competent at using various communication tools
  • Teaching experience in an online environment—you show a dedication to teaching and learning and you are committed to quality teaching
  • Participated in an online course as a student—you have first-hand experience as a student in an online class
  • A level of confidence with computer technology, and the ability to master a learning management system—you can and desire to learn the software required to be a successful online facilitator
  • A commitment to meeting timelines—you can balance the competing priorities for your time and ensure they do not interfere with delivering the course
  • Access to the internet and computer technology to participate in the course, including access to audio and video equipment and software— you have the equipment to successfully participate in and facilitate an online course
  • Experience in many sectors of the competition disciplines, which would be an asset

To Apply

If you are interested in this position, please respond by Wednesday, October 1, 2025 with a resume/CV and cover letter that outlines your education and experience, how you meet the stated qualifications, and why you want to teach in this online continuing studies course.

Resumes must be submitted to:

Jill Ferguson, Manager, Program Development, School of Continuing Studies, University of Guelph
Email: jifergus@uoguelph.ca