Job Details

This position is available through the University of Alberta's Teacher Education North program, with instruction delivered on-site at Northwestern Polytechnic's Grande Prairie campus.  All applicants are requested to follow the application process as outlined by the University of Alberta website and competition process - Academic Teaching Staff - Teacher Education North - University of Alberta Careers Careers

While this position welcomes applications from individuals external to the university, current Academic Teaching Staff are first notified of available positions and will receive first consideration in accordance with the terms of the Academic Teaching Staff Agreement before considering external candidates. Please login to verify your internal candidate status.

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and salary will be commensurate with experience in accordance with the Academic Teaching Staff Agreement.

This is a Part Time Position 

Location - This role is in-person. Work primarily takes place at Grande Prairie, Alberta.

Working at the University of Alberta

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people — from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

The Faculty of Education is consistently ranked among the top faculties of education in Canada and globally. It is home to award-winning educators, internationally recognized researchers, and socially engaged scholars. With a commitment to inclusive excellence, the faculty supports K–12 education, professional development, and advanced scholarship, shaping the next generation of teachers, leaders, and policymakers who make a difference in classrooms and communities.

Position

The Faculty of Education invites applications for part-time Academic Teaching Staff to teach the following course in the Winter 2027 term. This course is taught in-person and is part of the Teacher Education North program, located in Grande Prairie, Alberta. This course runs in a compressed format from January 4, 2027 to February 6, 2027.

EDPS 410 - Ethics and Law in Teaching

This course will examine the ethical and legal responsibilities of teachers. Among the topics addressed will be the following: punishment and child abuse; freedom of speech and academic freedom in schools; parents' rights and teachers' professional autonomy; issues of quality such as inclusive education and the problems of racism and sexism; fairness in assessment and evaluation; teachers' private lives and public obligations; indoctrination and the teaching of value.

Minimum Qualifications

• The successful applicant will hold a Master's Degree (minimum, PhD preferred) in education or a related field, with at least one graduate course in the specific subject area, or related experience such as leadership experience in the subject area at the K-9 level in a school district.

Preferred Qualifications

• A strong K-12 classroom teaching background and demonstrated teaching excellence.
• Experience teaching undergraduate education courses, including serving as a teaching assistant.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Familiarity and facility with online teaching platforms such as Moodle, Canvas, D2L, etc.

How to Apply

Please submit a cover letter and CV as a single document in PDF format.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of inclusivity and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.