Credit-Free Instructor, Microsoft Excel

Mtroyal; Calgary; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Mount Royal University’s Faculty of Continuing Education is seeking instructors to teach Microsoft Excel courses required for various programs. The role involves reviewing course content, delivering lessons online or on campus, and assessing learner work within the LMS environment.

Applicants should have strong Excel skills, experience teaching adults, and familiarity with D2L or similar LMS platforms, plus the ability to manage schedules and communicate with learners effectively.

Qualifications

• Effective facilitation/instructional skills in adult learning environments.
• Proficiency with the D2L learning management system or equivalent.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace.
• Understanding of the principles of adult education.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Continuous learning mindset.
• Microsoft Excel proficiency appropriate to course level.
• Practical experience using Microsoft Excel in professional settings.
• Ability to explain and demonstrate software functions through practical instruction.
• Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Associate or Excel Expert certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Review and become familiar with approved course content and LMS site.
• Deliver approved course content and learning activities.
• Assess and grade learner assignments and assessments.
• Provide timely learner communication and feedback.
• Participate in grade reviews and appeals.
• Submit learner final grades.

Job description

Credit-Free Instructor, Microsoft Excel - (4185)

About the Faculty of Continuing Education

Mount Royal University’s Faculty of Continuing Education has provided high quality education to the Calgary community and beyond for more than 75 years. Serving more than 30,000 students annually, our offerings include Ministry of Advanced Education-approved programs—such as academic upgrading, Transitional Vocational Programming, and occupational training in massage, personal fitness, and funeral education. We also provide a diverse selection of professional development courses in business, technology, and health, alongside our Conservatory’s renowned music and speech arts programming. Our courses cover a wide range of topics, including but not limited to business, technology and health. These courses are offered in a variety of formats on campus, online, in the workplace, and in the community.

About the Role

The Faculty is seeking professionals interested in contributing their expertise to teach Microsoft Excel courses that are required for the following programs:

We are seeking instructors with the ability to teach the following courses:

Please visit our website via the linked text for further program and course details.

Responsibilities

• Review and become familiar with approved course content, concepts, materials, and the learning management system (LMS) course site.
• Comply with Mount Royal University and Continuing Education policies, procedures, and confidentiality standards.
• Plan course schedule and update course outline, as required.
• Attend instructor meetings, as required.
• Deliver approved course content and learning activities.
• Assess and grade learner assignments and assessments.
• Provide timely learner communication, feedback, and support, including course announcements through the LMS and individual meetings, as required.
• Facilitate scheduled online class meetings, as required.
• Communicate with the programming team throughout the duration of the course, as required.
• Submit learner final grades.
• Participate in grade reviews and appeals, as required.
• Provide feedback and recommendations to the programming team regarding course delivery and the learner experience.

Qualifications

• Effective facilitation/instructional skills in adult learning environments.
• Proficiency with the D2L learning management system or equivalent.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace (including Google Meet).
• Understanding of the principles of adult education.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Continuous learning mindset.
• Working knowledge of copyright and APA citation is an asset.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel appropriate to the course level.
• Practical experience using Microsoft Excel in professional or workplace settings.
• Ability to explain and demonstrate software functions through practical, task-based instruction.
• Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Associate or Excel Expert certification, or equivalent, is considered an asset.

Closing Date: November 22, 2026

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. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page.

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. MRU serves approximately 15,782 students, including 11,752 full-time and 4,030 part-time learners. MRU offers 13 bachelor's degrees encompassing 37 majors across faculties such as Arts, Business, Communications, Health, Community & Education, and Science & Technology. With over 74% of its student body drawn from the local area, Mount Royal University primarily serves Calgary and its surrounding region. MRU is a diverse yet close community with over 1,800 employees. Mount Royal provides employees the support they need to lead and advance institutional goals. Learn more about MRU's Academic Plan and Strategic Plan .