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 blended course during the Winter 2027 semester:

SW 405 – Social Work with Indigenous Peoples

This course investigates theory and practices for social workers to support Indigenous individuals, families and communities in a variety of settings. The course explores the history of of oppression experienced by Indigenous peoples by government policies. Emphasis is placed on individual self-determination, cultural safety, Indigenous self-governance and societal decolonization.

The semester is from January 6, 2027 to April 28, 2027 with the final exam period running from April 15, 2027 to April 28, 2027.

Sessional Lecturers that are teaching blended delivery courses are expected to teach 5 synchronous remote delivery classes throughout the semester.

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.
- Delivering 5 lectures throughout the semester (number of classes dependent on the delivery method).
- 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 workplace 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 Blended Delivery (where there will be Remote Delivery classes). The Sessional Lecturer is expected to teach lectures, be in the classroom or zoom classroom 10-15 minutes before each class starts, as well as offer regular office hours for their students each week.





This course is currently scheduled for Monday’s from 19:00 – 21:45 The dates of the remote synchronous classes are: Jan 11, Feb 1, Mar 1, Mar 22, Apr 5, 2027

Course Modality Blended Course Dates and Time January 6, 2027 to April 12, 2027 (Monday's 7:00 p.m. – 09:45 p.m.) Remote synchronous classes: Jan 11, Feb 1, Mar 1, Mar 22, Apr 5, 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 new 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 405-400 Social Work with Indigenous Peoples - Winter 2027 - Blended delivery (Regina)
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