Overview
Undergraduate Education Out of Area Field Sessional Instructors, Werklund School of Education Jobs in Calgary, Canada at University of Calgary
Description
The Werklund School of Education, Undergraduate Programs, at the University of Calgary invites applications for term certain Sessional Instructor field experience positions for Fall 2026 and Winter 2027 .
Fall 2026 and Winter 2027 Field Experience Instructor Positions:
Out of Area Placements
Out of Area field instructors support Community-Based Bachelor of Education pathway students residing in rural and remote areas.
Position Requirements
Ability to travel to students’ community of placement
Commitment to in-person visits for students, with supporting online meetings and supervision
Access to a vehicle and appropriate insurance as detailed in the University’s Driver Safety Standard policy
Willingness to support students in communities both within travel proximity, and virtually with assistance from a local community partner
Flexibility in travel range, with understanding that section distributions may change with student registration and associated locations
Expect drives of at least two hours, with some overnight stays possible
A completed doctorate in education; professionals with a master’s degree will also be considered
Five years of successful teaching experience at the elementary/secondary level preferred
Ability to work collaboratively with school and community members
Ability to work effectively with groups of students in on-campus or online settings
Ability to participate in team meetings related to the course(s)
Ability to encourage and foster an environment of inquiry and valuing of evidence‑informed practice
Demonstrated history of ongoing professional development
Recent experience as a partner teacher or school liaison preferred
Knowledge and understanding of the undergraduate program in Education, and commitment to inquiry‑based teaching and learning will also be considered assets
Application Requirements
In your cover letter, please include the following:
Street address of residential location during semester of hire
Preferred courses for consideration
Any previous EDUC courses taught
Whether you are/will be a current Werklund graduate student during the term of hire
Due to the volume of applications received, we ask that the above information be visibly distinct from/in addition to cover letter text and CV listings.
Please apply online via the Apply Now link. A complete application should be submitted in a single PDF, and include the following:
New Applicants
Cover letter, including concise statement of teaching philosophy
Teaching dossier describing past teaching experience, evidence of application of teaching philosophy, and reflective practices
Up-to-date curriculum vitae (CV)
Three letters of reference addressed to Dr. Erin Spring, Associate Dean, Undergraduate Programs in Education
Application requirement listings, as detailed above
Applicants who taught as sessional instructors within the past two years
Updated CV
Most recent term of employment and course(s) taught
Application requirement listings, as detailed above
Applicants who taught with Undergraduate Programs more than two years ago
All requirements as listed for new applicants
Remuneration
Remuneration is calculated according to the Collective Agreement, Schedule
B.
Final date to receive applications
June 30th, 2026
Thank you for your interest. Only successful candidates will be contacted.
Fall 2026 Courses of Instruction
EDUC 540:
Field Experience III [Practicum – Out of Area Placements]
Students will engage in increased teaching experiences in a school setting under the guidance of a partner teacher, university field experience instructor, and the school leadership team.
Anticipated geographic regions for our Fall 2026 sections include:
Instructor based in or near Grande Prairie, Alberta, supporting students in communities such as Peace River, High Prairie, and Whitecourt
Instructor based in or near Lloydminster, Alberta, supporting students in communities such as Vermilion, Cold Lake, and Glendon
Instructor based in or near Edmonton, Alberta, supporting students in communities such as Drayton Valley, Ponoka, and Sedgewick
Instructor based in or near Calgary, Alberta, supporting students in communities such as Byemoor, Brooks, and Olds
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Title: Undergraduate Education Out of Area Field Sessional Instructors, Werklund School of Education
Company: University of Calgary
Location: Calgary, Canada
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