Faculty/Department Faculty of Social Work Unit Social Work - Sessionals Employee Group URFA CUPE 5791 Job Family N/A Category Sessional Number of Vacancies N/A Position Summary The Faculty of Social Work at the University of Regina invites applications for one Sessional Lecturer to teach the following online (asynchronous) course during the Winter 2027 semester:
SW 202 – Critical Issues/Critical Thought
This course examines the foundations of critical thinking with application to social work issues in such areas as oppression, poverty, health, child welfare and violence.
The semester class period is from January 6, 2027 to April 28, 2027 with the final exam period running from April 15, 2027 to April 28, 2027.
Expectations for Sessional Lecturers include, but aren’t limited to, the following:
- Preparing the course outline, designing relevant assignments, evaluating and grading student work, and submitting student grades by the required deadline.
- Teaching course content that follows the course description, established learning objectives, and university academic guidelines.
- Encouraging and maintaining a safe and collaborative classroom environment.
- Providing regular support to students on course work during office hours, and as required by students.
- Consulting with the Associate Dean (Undergraduate Programs) on academic or student- related matters as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
All faculty members of the Faculty of Social Work are expected to support our mission: “The Faculty of Social Work contributes to critical social work through innovative teaching, research, policy development, and community engagement, thereby preparing students to work towards an equitable, diverse, and inclusive society in Saskatchewan and beyond.” To learn more about the Faculty of Social Work, please click here:
Social Work | University of Regina (uregina.ca)
Position Requirements The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
- Master of Social Work (MSW);
- Demonstrated related experience appropriate to the course content description as listed above;
- Superior communications skills (both written and verbal);
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
- Recent teaching experience in a post-secondary environment is considered an asset.
Physical Demands Pay Grade Faculty Sessional Salary Range As per URFA Collective Agreement Status Term Work Hours This course will be taught online (asynchronous).
Course Modality Online Course Dates and Time January 6, 2027 to April 12, 2027 Duration (if Term/Temporary) January- April (Winter 2027) Full-Time/Part-Time Other Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted
Additional Information
Contact Information
[email protected]
Job Open Date
09/22/2026
Job Close Date
10/05/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Application Instructions For applicants who have previously taught as a Sessional Lecturer in the Faculty of Social Work, you may upload a current curriculum vitae, teaching dossier, references, and transcripts with your application, or use documents previously uploaded to the system.
If you require further information regarding this competition, please contact the faculty or department to which you are applying. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, and the work associated with this position must be performed within Canada.
Diversity Statement The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code.
📌 SW 202-397 Critical Issues/Critical Thought - Winter 2027 - Online (Regina)
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