Description

True North

As the largest post-secondary institution in northern Alberta, Northwestern Polytechnic is a natural point of convergence for knowledge, skills, creativity, and collaboration. Striving to spark and empower success, NWP’s mission is geared towards both individual and collective progress. NWP offers a wide variety of engaging and in-demand academic programs in certificates, diplomas, apprenticeships, and degrees.

We exist wholeheartedly for the domestic and international students who call our campuses home, the distinctive communities and industries we serve, and the staff and faculty who honour us with their expertise and insights every day.

While our potential as one of Alberta’s newest polytechnics is ever-growing, we recognize the importance of having authentic and highly effective contributors by our side. We are currently recruiting individuals who are inspired by opportunity, driven by results, and aligned to NWP’s core values of being responsive, innovative, and connected. Finding your fit in one of our specialized schools or departments means a bright future with competitive compensation, attractive benefits packages, reliable networks, high quality of life, and unparalleled learning community experiences.

If you are looking to transform the post-secondary landscape with polytechnic education, research, and partnerships, Northwestern Polytechnic is your employer of choice.

The School The role is within our School of Applied Sciences and Technology. The departments within the School are located on our Grande Prairie campus.



The School offers a variety of programming in Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Sciences, and Animal Health Technology. Through this programming, we offer a variety of certificates, diplomas, university transfer courses, as well as a degree in computing science.

The Role The Humanities and Social Sciences Department is preparing for a Bachelor of Social Work program and needs a number of subject matter experts to work on related course development for the following courses.

Candidates are invited to apply to develop one or more of the courses based on their experience and expertise.

- SW3110 – Social Work and Intercultural Practice
- SW3120 – Social Work Practice Skills, Processes, and Strategies
- SW3600 – Applied Social Policy
- SW4190 – Leadership and Advocacy
- SW4360 – Green Social Work and Sustainability
- SW4370 – Human Development in a Northern, Rural, and Indigenous Context

The subject matter experts will
- Finalize course descriptions and write appropriate learning outcomes
- Write descriptions of proposed assessments and weightings

This part-time, term-certain position will commence as soon as possible with application review ongoing until all positions are filled.





What We Offer

Northwestern Polytechnic offers lifelong learning opportunities through professional development/wellness programs, a market-competitive salary and compensation package, and a student-centred culture that is vital to our community. Join our team, grow with us, and connect your skills and abilities to our vision, mission, and values.

Requirements A Master of Social Work is required with a PhD preferred. Experience with post-secondary social work instruction and course development is an asset. Additionally, candidates should have the following attributes.

- Knowledge of current educational technologies (e.g., videoconferencing, learning management systems) is desired;
- Sensitivity to cultural competence and the promotion of diversity in program activities and curriculum;
- Knowledge of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action;
- The ability to teach both online and classroom-based courses;
- Strong organizational skills;
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
- A high level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.

How to Apply

Only applications received electronically via the NWP website will be considered.

We review all applications to select candidates whose qualifications and experience most closely meet our needs.

Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. For general inquiries, please contact HR at [email protected].

Thank you for applying to NWP!

📌 Subject Matter Expert (Grande Prairie)
🏢 Northwestern Polytechnic
📍 Grande Prairie