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Undergraduate Programs in the Werklund School of Education at the University of Calgary invites applications for term certain Sessional Instructor positions for Summer 2026.

Position Requirements:

- A completed doctorate in education, but professionals with a master's degree will also be considered
- Five years of successful teaching experience at the elementary/secondary level preferred
- Ability to work collaboratively with school and community members
- Ability to work effectively with groups of students in on-campus or in online settings
- Ability to participate in team meetings related to the course(s)
- Ability to encourage and foster an environment of inquiry and valuing of evidence-informed practice
- Demonstrated history of ongoing professional development
- Recent experience as a partner teacher or school liaison preferred
- Knowledge and understanding of the undergraduate program in Education, and commitment to inquiry-based teaching and learning will also be considered assets

Successful applicants must be available for the full duration of the course. Teaching schedules vary and may include daytime and evening shifts, Monday through Friday.

Application Requirements:

In your cover letter, please include the following:

- Street address of residential location during semester of hire
- Preferred course modality (web-based and/or in-person; note - preferences may not be able to be offered based on availability of sections)
- Preferred courses for consideration (see available listings, below)
- Any previous EDUC courses taught
- If you are/will be a current Werklund graduate student during the term of hire

Due to the volume of applications received, we ask that the above information be visibly distinct from/in addition to cover letter text and CV listings.

Please apply online via the 'Apply Now' link. A complete application should be submitted in a single PDF, and include the following:

New applicants:

- Cover letter, including concise statement of teaching philosophy
- Teaching dossier describing past teaching experience, evidence of application of teaching philosophy, and reflective practices
- Up-to-date curriculum vitae (CV)
- Three letters of reference addressed to Dr. Erin Spring, Associate Dean, Undergraduate Programs in Education
- 'Application requirement' listings, as detailed above

Applicants who have taught as sessional instructors for Werklund's Undergraduate Programs within the past two years must submit:

- Updated CV
- Most recent term of employment and course(s) taught
- 'Application requirement' listings, as detailed above

Applicants who have taught with Undergraduate Programs more than two years ago should submit all requirements as listed for 'new applicants', above.

Remuneration is calculated according to the Collective Agreement, Schedule B. Please see the Faculty Association's website at https://www.tucfa.com/ for further information regarding conditions of employment and remuneration. As per the Collective Agreement, the Werklund School of Education will adhere to the right of first refusal terms (Section 23.12.1 and 23.12.2) for Sessional Appointments.

Application Deadline: April 29, 2026

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting application packages. Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.

Summer 2026 Courses of Instruction

Summer 2026 EDUC classes will take place from July 6th to 17th, as a summer intensive.



Please note that there may be asynchronous components required outside of these two weeks.

EDUC 427.04: K-12 Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics [In-Person]

An introduction to key elements of STEM Education, including curriculum, pedagogy, standards and assessment. Participants will learn how to engage students and integrate STEM topics across all subject areas.

EDUC 460: Specialization I [In-Person]

Introduction on enacting pedagogy in each of the teachable subject areas in the program and pedagogical content knowledge in each area. Includes disciplinary ways of knowing, doing and being; understanding the Alberta Programs of Study; short-term design of learning for deep understanding of learners.

Note: EDUC 460 is a decimalized course, divided by teachable subject area. Summer 2026 courses include:

- EDUC 460.05 combined with 460.14: Elementary and Secondary French
- EDUC 460.20 combined with 460.25: K-12 Social Studies and Revitalization of Indigenous Languages
- EDUC 460.22: K-12 Mathematics
- EDUC 460.23: K-12 Science

EDUC 525: Ethics and Law in Education [In-Person]

An introduction to the historical genesis and institutional structure of Alberta's system of education; an understanding of its legal underpinnings; an opportunity for dialogue; on current major issues in education; and discussion involving ethical decision-making surrounding educational issues.

EDUC 535: Specialization II [In-Person]

Deepens students' knowledge on enacting pedagogy in each of the specialization in the program and their pedagogical content knowledge in each specialization including further examination of the Alberta Programs of Study; longer term design of learning for deep understanding of learners.

Note: EDUC 535 is a decimalized course, divided by teachable subject area. Summer 2026 courses include:

- EDUC 535.11 combined with 535.19, 535.20, and 535.25: K-12, Elementary, and Secondary Social Studies with Elementary Revitalization of Indigenous Languages
- EDUC 535.03 combined with 535.12 and 535.21: Elementary, Secondary, and K-12 English Language Arts
- EDUC 535.07 combined with EDUC 535.15 and EDUC 535.22: Elementary, Secondary, and K-12 Mathematics
- EDUC 535.09 combined with EDUC 535.17 and EDUC 535.23: Elementary, Secondary, and K-12 Science
- EDUC 535.01 combined with EDUC 535.06 and EDUC 535.24: Early Childhood Education and Elementary Inclusive Education
- EDUC 535.04 combined with EDUC 535.08, EDUC 535.13, and EDUC 535.16: Elementary and Secondary Fine Arts and Elementary and Secondary Physical Education

Visit the Academic Calendar for all term dates. Further course details can be found via the Calendar, by filtering Subject code by 'EDUC'.

For additional information on the BEd Undergraduate Program in Education at the University of Calgary, please visit our website at: Home | Undergraduate Programs | Werklund School of Education | University of Calgary (ucalgary.ca)

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 Werklund School of Education, 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 cutting-edge 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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📌 Undergraduate Education Summer 2026 Sessional Instructors, Werklund School of Education (Calgary)
🏢 The University of Calgary
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