Instructor, Community Social Work

Faculty of Social Work

Location: Cold Lake Campus

Job number:26-012

Position type: Full time continuous

Salary: Commensurate with education and experience

Closing date: We will begin reviewing resumes on September 23, 2026

ABOUT THE POSITION

Portage College is seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Community Social Work team at Cold Lake campus.

Our Community Social Work program is a two-year diploma offered at both Lac La Biche and Cold Lake campuses.

A key part of the Community Social Work program is its ability to combine social work theory with practical experience through a 320-hour supervised field practicum. The program additionally provides 30 hours of integrated seminar time per year of study to best prepare our grads to work in the human services field. Key responsibilities include:

- Classroom and distance education instruction.
- Prepare and delivery of subjects.
- Assist with curriculum development and/or revision.
- Develop exams, quizzes and other evaluation material for students.
- Assist in organizing and supervising student practicums.
- Assist in managing and evaluating student progress in the program.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

- Master's degree in Social Work in addition to several years' experience in field of social work
- Experience working with rural,



northern and Indigenous communities will be considered a definite asset.
- Current registration with the Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW).
- Knowledge of Indigenous culture and previous experience working in Indigenous communities would be considered a definite asset as the program has related coursework.
- Adult teaching/tutoring experience would be considered beneficial.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Knowledge or experience with Moodle or other Learning Management System would be an asset.
- Strong computer skills, especially with MS Office, is essential.
- Some travel and a flexible schedule is required for organizing and supervising practicum visits.
- Successful applicant will be required to provide a current police information check.

As a member of the Faculty Association, our instructors have access to a number of benefits that include generous vacation days (42 vacation days/year plus other paid time off), participation in the College pension plan, and access to a strong professional development fund that allows employees to grow and develop professionally by taking college or university courses, or attending conferences or workshops.

📌 Instructor, Community Social Work – Cold Lake Campus
🏢 Portage College
📍 Cold Lake