Assistant Professor, Education

Mount Royal University Career Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Professor in Education to join a dynamic faculty focused on innovative teaching practices. This role emphasizes teaching, community engagement, and the integration of Indigenous methodologies. The successful candidate will contribute to developing courses and supervising practicum experiences, fostering reflective engagement among students. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this institution offers a supportive environment for professional growth and collaboration. If you are passionate about education and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Learning/training paid by employer

Paid vacation

Winter holiday closure

Personal days

Free membership in recreation centre

Health and dental benefits

Pension

Health and personal spending accounts

Disability benefits

Qualifications

• Completed or near completed Ph.D. in Education or EdD required.
• Experience teaching K-12, especially K-9, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Physical Education, Teacher Wellness, and Land-based learning.
• Contribute to course and program development.

Skills

Teaching Physical Education

Teacher Wellness

Land-based learning

Theory-practice integration

Indigenous methodologies

Education

Ph.D. in Education

EdD

Job description

Job Title

Assistant Professor, Education

Job Type

Limited Term

Union

MRFA

Position Classification

FINST Instructor

Salary Grade

FT or PT

Full-time

Hybrid Work

Inapplicable (MRFA position)

Position End Date (if applicable)

8/14/2026

Location

MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)

About This Position

The Department of Education, Faculty of Health, Community and Education at Mount Royal University invites applications for a limited term position which will commence August 15, 2025, subject to final budgetary approval, at the Rank of Assistant Professor.

Mount Royal University's Faculty of Health, Community and Education offers a variety of innovative programs that prepare you for challenging and rewarding work in a rapidly growing sector. Join others in contributing to healthy, supportive communities and making a difference — A paat tsi kani takiiks (those that create sparks). To learn more about the Faculty of Health, Community and Education, refer to our 2030 strategic plan, Ani to pisi (spiderweb).

The Department of Education offers a four-year degree program in Elementary Education with teachable minors. Mount Royal University's collaborative and challenging educational environment features innovative teaching practices that push beyond the ordinary, including digital, arts-based and experiential learning. Our students and graduates value reflective engagement and are committed to creating strong community relationships.

Our Dedicated Students And Graduates Are

• innovative and responsive teachers with courses in assessment, inclusive education and all areas of the core curriculum
• informed and thoughtful educators with capacity for theory-practice integration
• prepared to lead the development of STEAM learning experiences and other cross-curricular integration
• becoming knowledgeable in Indigenous ways of life, including some placements in Indigenous schools
• enriched through a wide array of learning experiences with our community partnerships

About The Role

The successful applicant will be able to teach courses in one or more of the following areas:

• Teaching Physical Education
• Teacher Wellness
• Land-based learning

The successful applicant must be qualified to teach introductory courses in Professional Dimensions and Assessment. Practicum supervision is an expectation for all faculty in education; this reflects the program commitment to theory-practice integration. The successful applicant will also contribute to course and program development.

New faculty are hired into one of two work patterns. The teaching/ scholarship/ service pattern (TSS) focuses on teaching with the requirement that the faculty member be involved in a research program as well as service to the Mount Royal community. The teaching/ service pattern (TS) focuses on teaching and service only. The successful candidate for this role will be hired into the teaching/ service pattern (TS). It is important to note that MRU has a broad definition of scholarship that includes: disciplinary research, the scholarship of teaching and learning, scholarship on equity, diversity and inclusion, and community-engaged scholarship. Scholarship, teaching and service that is informed by Indigenous methodologies or that include Indigenous Knowledges and traditions are encouraged and recognized in evaluations of performance and tenure. There is an option to change work patterns after tenure.

Qualifications include a completed or near completed Ph.D. in Education or EdD. The successful candidate should have experience teaching K-12, with K-9 preferred, relevant undergraduate teaching and/or professional experience, and experience supervising teacher candidates. Applicants interested in the teaching/scholarship/service pattern should have the ability and intent to pursue a research program.

Closing Date: Open until filled; ideal start date of August 15, 2025. The hiring committee will begin reviewing resumes on April 1, 2025.

A complete dossier should be submitted, including curriculum vitae, a list of three (3) references, and evidence of teaching excellence. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document].pdf (ex. Smith, 999999, CV.pdf).

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally authorized to work in Canada will be given priority. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify [e-mail] and we will work together on your accommodation request.

About MRU

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 14 bachelor degrees and 38 majors. Learn more at mru.ca/AcademicPlan.

Mount Royal University is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.

What We Offer

Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions. At MRU, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. MRU offers a competitive total compensation package including learning/training paid by employer, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre. Positions over six months may also be eligible for health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, and disability benefits.