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Description

The Faculty of Social Work invites applications for term certain Sessional Instructors in Calgary, Central and Northern Alberta Region (Edmonton), and Southern Alberta Region (Lethbridge) during multiple academic terms.

Accredited by Canadian Association for Social Work Education, the Faculty of Social Work at the University of Calgary strives to offer a strong practice-based program across the province that will prepare students to be leaders in the field of social work. With more than 1000 students currently enrolled in Bachelor'[s, Master's and PhD programs across Alberta, we seek to recruit and retain a diverse and inclusive workforce that will create the future of social work. We are committed to fostering equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility by cultivating an environment where people with diverse and intersecting social locations, lived experiences, interests, and talents are welcomed and supported.

The faculty offers face-to-face, blended, and online classes to students in our BSW and MSW programs. Our areas of study include, but are not limited to: field education (including field supervision); child welfare; international community development; leadership; clinical practice (e.g. trauma, addictions, mental health, gerontology); practice with individuals, families and groups; practice with communities and organizations; research and social policy; social justice; Africentric Social Work Practice, green social work, social work with Indigenous peoples; and social work with racialized people and marginalized populations.

Position Requirements:

- A completed MSW with a minimum of 2 years of post MSW social work experience
- Current registration in positive standing with the Alberta College of Social Workers, or equivalent regulatory body
- Expertise in the area of study
- Demonstrated history of ongoing professional development in the area of study
- Evidence of excellence in teaching at a post-secondary level that brings passion, mentorship and development of professionalism in the classroom
- Comfortable to be teaching through an online delivery mode using Zoom and D2L
- Incorporate Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Decolonization (EDID) in the course content and teaching
- Incorporate Indigenous perspectives in the subject matter related to the theme of each course





Interested applicants should electronically submit a cover letter expressing their interest referencing their area of expertise and location they would like to teach at, a current CV and three letters of reference that refer to knowledge of area of study and teaching effectiveness. The posting will remain open to accept applications.

The review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until all available positions are filled during multiple academic terms.

While we accept all applications for these vacancies, we may have candidates with the right of first refusal as per Article 23.12.1 of the University of Calgary Faculty Association's Collective Agreement. The amount of remuneration is calculated according to the Collective Agreement, Schedule B. Please see the Faculty Association¿s website for further information regarding conditions of employment and remuneration.

Please provide all documents in one file in pdf format to:

Dr. Jessica Ayala
Associate Dean, Academic
[email protected]

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy ii' taa'poh'to'p committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities.



Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments ([email protected]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture ([email protected]).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)

For a listing of all academic opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Academic Careers website. For more information about the Faculty of Social Work, click here.

About the University of Calgary

UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

The university's commitment to the Indigenous Strategy is evident through the oversight of 18 Elders serving on the Circle of Advisors and the many unit-based circles working towards implementation of the strategy including the Faculty Advisory Circle and teams such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Indigenous Research Support Team. Many Indigenous-based events and processes are impacting curriculum, programming and polices at the University of Calgary.

About Calgary, Alberta

Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders - in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour's drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.

With a growing urban Indigenous population of approximately 50,000 people, there are several Indigenous organizations and many events and ceremonies taking place in the city throughout the year.

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📌 Faculty of Social Work - Term Certain Sessional Instructor (Northwest Calgary)
🏢 The University of Calgary
📍 Northwest Calgary