Academic Teaching Staff - Elementary Curriculum and Pedagogy (Teacher Education North)

University of Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community dedicated to shaping future educators! This part-time position offers a unique opportunity to teach Physical Education at the elementary level, focusing on curriculum and pedagogy. As part of a prestigious faculty, you will engage with diverse students and contribute to their development as educators. Your expertise will help foster a supportive learning environment, enriching the academic journey of future teachers. Embrace this chance to make a meaningful impact in education while enjoying a flexible work arrangement. Apply now and be part of a transformative educational experience!

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible work hours

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Education required; PhD preferred.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusivity essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach EDEL 321 Introduction to Curriculum and Pedagogy.
• Prepare students for effective Physical Education teaching.

Skills

Teaching Excellence

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Online Teaching Platforms

Education

Master's Degree in Education

PhD in Education

Tools

Moodle

Canvas

D2L

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Academic Teaching Staff - Elementary Curriculum and Pedagogy (Teacher Education North)

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Department Faculty of Education - Deans Office

Posted date April 22, 2025

Closing date June 30, 2025

Position Type Part Time - Operating Funded

Description

This position is part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).

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 position is part-time and has an initial appointment of 4 months.

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.

Working for the Faculty of Education

As part of the University of Alberta’s College of Social Sciences and Humanities, the Faculty of Education is home to award-winning teachers, internationally recognized researchers, educational innovators, and community leaders. When you join the Faculty of Education, you are joining one of the world’s top faculties of education, consistently ranked among the top four faculties of education in Canada and top 100 in the world. At heart, we are a supportive, welcoming academic community of highly engaged, socially conscious, diverse scholars, students, and staff. Our work impacts K-12 students, their families, communities, and partners in education and other professions. We advance the careers of future researchers, teachers, professionals, and policymakers as active and contributing citizens.

Position

The Faculty of Education invites applications for a part-time Academic Teaching Staff to teach the following course in the Fall 2025 term. This course is part of the Teacher Education North program, located in Grande Prairie, Alberta.

EDEL 321 Introduction to Curriculum and Pedagogy in Elementary School Physical Education

This course is designed to prepare students to teach Physical Education effectively in an elementary school setting. The goals to this end integrate understanding of child development, physical education, health, curriculum and pedagogy and making curricula links.

Minimum Qualifications

• The successful applicant will hold a Master's Degree (minimum, PhD preferred) in Education with at least one graduate course in the specific curricular subject area, or leadership experience in the subject area at the K-9 level in a school district.
• A commitment to the University’s Indigenous initiatives, and principles of equity, diversity, and inclusivity.
  
  

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. If you have any questions, please contact Chris Dextrase, Interim TEN Coordinator ([e-mail]) or Kim Peacock, Academic Faculty Manager ([e-mail]). Review of applications will begin immediately.

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.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes ayant une orientation sexuelle ou une identité et une expression sexospécifique; et tous ceux qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.

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Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight June 30, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time.