Sessional Instructor – Leading for Transformation (Winter 2027)

About the role

The Werklund School of Education at the University of Calgary seeks a sessional instructor to teach the graduate course EDER 689.88 Leading for Transformation during the Winter 2027 term (January 4 – April 27, 2027). The instructor will deliver the course primarily online while also supporting on‑campus activities as needed.

Key responsibilities

• Design, deliver, and assess online and on‑campus graduate lectures, discussions, and assignments.
• Facilitate student learning about transformation, accountability, professional growth, and innovation in educational settings.
• Provide timely feedback and support to graduate students.
• Collaborate with faculty and program staff to align the course with the Graduate Programs in Education curriculum.

Required profile

• A completed doctorate (PhD or EdD) in education or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated success in teaching at the university level or in professional/leadership development contexts.
• Experience with online or distance education delivery.
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative academic environment.

Required skills

• Proficiency in online teaching platforms and learning management systems.

What we offer

• Term‑certain fixed‑term contract for the Winter 2027 semester.
• Opportunity to teach a high‑impact graduate course in a leading Canadian education school.
• Supportive academic community with access to university resources.