Job Title

EAL Instructors

Job Type

Flexible

Union

MRSA

Salary Grade

Flexible / Casual Classification (Salary Grade)

SAC06 Academic Services VI (Salary Grade 22)

Hybrid Work

This position is ineligible

Position End Date

12/25/2026

Location

About this Position

About the Role
We are currently building our pool of qualified Flexible EAL Instructors for Fall 2026 and future teaching assignments .

Reporting to the Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) Program Manager, the Flexible EAL Instructor provides English language instruction to domestic and international adult learners within Mount Royal University’s Learn English for Academic Purposes program.

The instructor designs and delivers engaging, student-centred learning experiences aligned with established curricula, course syllabi, learning outcomes, and program standards. Drawing on expertise in adult language acquisition, the instructor uses appropriate teaching methodologies, educational technologies, and inclusive practices to support students’ academic language development, communication skills, intercultural competence, and readiness for post-secondary education.

For this Fall 2026 assignment, the instructor will teach Listening and Speaking on Mondays and Fridays . Flexible instructors may also be considered for additional LEAP teaching assignments based on program enrolment and instructional needs.

Responsibilities
Design and deliver lesson plans aligned with course syllabi, curricular outcomes, and program expectations.
Provide engaging, student-centred instruction that supports academic language development, intercultural communicative competence, and preparation for post-secondary study.
Deliver in-person and/or technology-mediated instruction using appropriate teaching methodologies, educational technologies, and assigned course materials.
Adapt instructional approaches, learning activities, and resources to respond to the diverse linguistic, cultural, educational, and individual needs of adult learners.
Clearly communicate learning objectives, academic expectations, and relevant institutional and program policies and procedures.




Provide supplemental instructional support to students during designated office hours.
Develop or source copyright-compliant supplementary resources and maintain course content within the Learning Management System.
Set up and manage digital tools and learning platforms required for course delivery.
Contribute to themaintenance of course syllabi and instructional resources.
Develop and administer formative assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional decisions.
Administer program summative assessments in accordance with established exam protocols and secure delivery practices.
Evaluate student achievement of course objectives and accurately record and report grades.
Collaborate with the academic team in the review of assessments.
Maintain accurate attendance, assessment, and course records in accordance with program and institutional requirements.
Collaborate with colleagues to support consistency and quality of program delivery.
Participate in required team meetings and discussions related to student progress, teaching practices, and program delivery.
Contribute to curriculum, assessment, syllabus, and instructional-material development when assigned.
Perform other related duties associated with the teaching assignment.

Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Five or more years of experience teaching English as an Additional Language to adult learners in a post-secondary institution.
Demonstrated knowledge of current English language teaching methodologies and approaches.
Robust knowledge of and experience with language assessment.
Experience teaching academic English across a range of proficiency levels.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of an academic team.




Proficiency with learning management systems,Google Workspace, and educational technologies that support language learning.
Demonstrated intercultural communicative competence and experience working effectively with culturally and linguistically diverse learners.
Knowledge of inclusive teaching practices and principles of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility.

Work Schedule
This is a flexible, assignment-based position. For the Fall 2026 semester, the teaching assignment will be Listening and Speaking on Mondays and Fridays. Specific teaching hours and associated paid preparation, assessment, student support, and administrative hours will be confirmed as part of the assignment.

Future teaching assignments may vary depending on program enrolment and operational needs.

Salary: $31.06 - $39.33 per hour

Closing Date: August 21, 2026

Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally authorized to work in Canada will be given priority.

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. MRU serves approximately 15,782 students, including 11,752 full-time and 4,030 part-time learners. MRU offers 13 bachelor's degrees encompassing 37 majors across faculties such as Arts, Business, Communications, Health, Community & Education, and Science & Technology. With over 74% of its student body drawn from the local area, Mount Royal University primarily serves Calgary and its surrounding region. MRU is a diverse yet close community with over 1,800 employees. Mount Royal provides employees the support they need to lead and advance institutional goals. Learn more about MRU's Academic Plan and Strategic Plan .

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📌 EAL Instructors (Alberta)
🏢 Mount Royal University
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