Credit Contract Appointment

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate educators for contract teaching positions in Social Work. This role offers an opportunity to inspire future social workers through courses that focus on Indigenous Knowledge and professional communication. The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree in Social Work and a commitment to equity and diversity. Join a vibrant academic community dedicated to fostering healthy communities and enhancing student experiences. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact on the next generation of social workers, this position 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 and spending accounts

Disability benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum Master's Degree in Social Work required.
• Five years of Social Work experience necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver courses in the Social Work program including preparation and assessment.
• Maintain communication with course lead and program coordinator.

Skills

Child Intervention Practice

Clinical Practice

Indigenous Knowledge

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion

Teaching Skills

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Job description

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Job Title

Credit Contract Appointment

Job Type

Contract

Union

MRFA

Salary Grade

Position End Date (if applicable): 4/25/2026

Location

About this Position

About the Faculty of Health, Community and Education

The Faculty of Health, Community and Education (HCE) is constantly looking forward to an inspired future where our efforts contribute to healthy communities and ultimately improve the quality of life of those with whom we interact. Our unique collection of programs tailored to health, community and education professions, creates a compelling collective. Our partnerships with the community, and within the post-secondary sector, open up new and exciting avenues that increase access and opportunity, while augmenting the overall student experience.

About the Department of Child Studies and Social Work

The Department of Child Studies and Social Work, Faculty of Health, Community and Education at Mount Royal University invites applications for part-time sessional appointments for the Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 terms. The Social Work Program is seeking contract faculty with the ability to teach courses across the Bachelor of Social Work and Social Work Diploma. Specifically, we are looking for individuals who have experience in child intervention practice, clinical practice, Indigenous Knowledge as well as demonstrated commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, Decolonization and Indigenization.

FALL 2025

Name of Course: INTS 1240 401 Fundamentals of Professional Communication

Dates: September 4 – December 22, 2025

This course provides an introduction and overview to aspects of professional communication. Utilizing a mix of theory and application, the course provides students with opportunities to gain an understanding of the elements of professional communication and demonstrate a foundational level of knowledge and skill of the application of professional communication for use in a variety of settings.

Name of Course: INTS 1240 404 Fundamentals of Professional Communication

Dates: September 4 - December 22, 2025

Tutorial in Person Thursday 1530-1720

This course provides an introduction and overview to aspects of professional communication. Utilizing a mix of theory and application, the course provides students with opportunities to gain an understanding of the elements of professional communication and demonstrate a foundational level of knowledge and skill of the application of professional communication for use in a variety of settings.

Name of Course: SLWK 2224 001 Indigenous Knowledges and Practices in Social Work

Dates: September 4 – December 22, 2025

Lecture in Person Thursday 0830-1120

This course provides social work students with an introductory understanding of indigenous ways of knowing and helping. Topics covered include, traditional indigenous life-ways, worldviews, the role of spirit, significance of relationships, connection to the past, emphasis on community, respect for cultural practices and the role of Elders within indigenous helping practices. Students will gain an understanding of the history of social work interventions and indigenous peoples, including residential schools, the sixties scoop, and strategies for effective engagement and collaboration with indigenous children, families and communities.

Name of Course: SLWK 2224 002 Indigenous Knowledges and Practices in Social Work

Dates: September 4 – December 22, 2025

Lecture in Person Thursday 1300-1550

This course provides social work students with an introductory understanding of indigenous ways of knowing and helping. Topics covered include, traditional indigenous life-ways, worldviews, the role of spirit, significance of relationships, connection to the past, emphasis on community, respect for cultural practices and the role of Elders within indigenous helping practices. Students will gain an understanding of the history of social work interventions and indigenous peoples, including residential schools, the sixties scoop, and strategies for effective engagement and collaboration with indigenous children, families and communities.

WINTER 2026

Name of Course: INTS 3331 001 International Community Development: Indigenous and Global

Dates: January 6 – April 25, 2026

This interdisciplinary course will provide students with an overview of international community development issues such as poverty, health care, education, human rights, foreign aid and controversy. Students will be encouraged to examine topics related to sustainable development from an interdisciplinary perspective. Specific issues related to colonization, globalization and indigenous peoples will be explored.

Name of Course: SLWK 1187 002 Social Welfare Policies and Issues

Dates: January 6 – April 25, 2026

This course is designed to help students become critically aware of the economic, social, and judicial environment within which they will eventually practice. It will examine the process by which social policy is developed in Canada and encourage reflection upon the ways social workers are influenced by, and in turn can influence, that process. A review and analysis of social problems, policies, and issues as they relate to the delivery and development of appropriate social services will occur.

Responsibilities

Instruction: course delivery, including preparation of course outline, course activities, lesson preparation, assessment of student work, provision of feedback, and course D2L site; and

Administration: input of final grades upon course completion and regular communication with course lead and program coordinator.

Qualifications

• Minimum Master's Degree in Social Work
• Five years of Social Work experience
• Registered Social Worker (RSW) in the Province of Alberta or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Social Workers
• Appropriate subject knowledge and professional expertise as required by the social work program
• Record of successful teaching performance or clear potential for becoming a successful instructor

Closing Date

Open until suitable candidate(s) are found.

Please provide a cover letter of interest and resume/curriculum vitae (CV) highlighting current, relevant experience and the names and contact information of three (3) references which should be submitted as part of your application. PLEASE also indicate the course(s) you are interested in teaching. PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION IN ONE .pdf format and title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith, 999999, CV.pdf)

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently eligible to work in Canada will be given priority. Recent Mount Royal graduates who are foreign nationals may be eligible to work on campus. Please refer to the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website under Post-Graduation Employment at http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/index.asp.

Note: MFRA positions are not part of the hybrid work program. 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. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre.

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 situated on an ancient and storied land that is steeped in ceremony and history that, until recently, was occupied exclusively by people indigenous to this place. With gratitude and reciprocity, Mount Royal acknowledges the relationships to the land and all beings, and the songs, stories and teachings of the Siksika Nation, the Piikani Nation, the Kainai Nation, the Îethka Stoney Nakoda Nation (consisting of the Chiniki, Bearspaw and Goodstoney Nations), the people of the Tsuut’ina Nation, and the Métis. Learn more about MRU's Land Acknowledgement.

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.

Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, fitness classes, climbing, aquatics, sports, tournaments and certifications for students, employees and the public.