Concordia University of Edmonton (CUE) is a community of learning grounded in scholarship and academic freedom, preparing students to be independent thinkers, ethical leaders, and citizens for the common good. CUE is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive setting for work, study, and living. We actively promote dignity for all, rejecting action and language that are harmful to mutual respect.

CUE is situated on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River in Edmonton’s historic Highlands neighborhood. Supporting a student body of close to 3,000, we are known for our small class sizes and excellence in teaching. These features, and our diverse student population, provide an excellent opportunity for engaging with students in a sustained and nurturing way unique within the Canadian university system.

CUE is an institution that values research in the sciences, social sciences, humanities, and management.

The Department of Fine Arts invites applications for Sessional Instructors to teach undergraduate, introductory courses in technical theatre and theatrical design during the 2026-2027 academic year. We are seeking instructors for Fundamentals and Practice of Technical Theatre (Drama 276/Fall 2026) and Fundamentals and Practice of Theatrical Design (Drama 286/Winter 2027). Applications will be accepted from candidates qualified to teach one or both of these courses.

Course descriptions can also be found at the following link: https://concordia.ab.ca/student-services/registrar/academic-calendar/2026-2027/14-0-course-descriptions/

Please note, this opportunity is available to begin August 27, 2026.

Responsibilities Reporting to the Dean, Arts, the Sessional Instructor’s responsibilities include:

- teaching assigned undergraduate Technical Theatre and/or Fundamentals of Design
- develop and deliver engaging, student-centred instruction,
- coordinate in collaboration with the Department Technical Director work integrated learning opportunities




- assess student performance and provide timely feedback,
- maintain accurate records and submit final grades according to university policies,
- participate in departmental meetings and course coordination activities as required.

Qualifications

- Bachelor or Master's degree in Technical Theatre or Theatre Design
- Demonstration of progressive equivalent experience may be considered.
- For Drama 276 experience in all aspects of technical theatre including light, sound, set construction and production management
- For Drama 286 experience in set, costume, lighting, and sound design
- Demonstrated teaching effectiveness or strong potential for high-quality undergraduate instruction.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in an academic environment.
- Willingness and ability to take on academic administrative duties.
- Prior teaching experience is preferred.

Interest And Applications Please forward all documents to:

- Chair of Fine Arts, Dr. John Brough: [email protected]
- Associate Professor, Glenda Stirling: [email protected]

Application Package Must Include

- A cover letter.
- Current curriculum vitae
- Recent student evaluations of teaching (if applicable)

The successful candidate must be able to pass a satisfactory Criminal Records Check and must be eligible to work in Canada. Closing Date : Application review will commence immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Concordia University of Edmonton encourages applications from members of racialized groups, visible minorities, First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, women, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and others who may support a diversity of perspectives at CUE. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

📌 Sessional Instructor - Technical Theatre & Theatre Design (Edmonton)
🏢 Concordia University of Edmonton
📍 Edmonton