Instructor, Physics (Casual 2025-2026)

Saskatchewan Polytechnic; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a Casual Instructor for the upcoming academic year. This role involves teaching various physics courses, preparing lessons, and evaluating student progress. As a key member of the Department of Arts & Sciences, you will contribute to a diverse learning environment, enhancing the educational experience for students. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with a vibrant student body and make a meaningful impact in their academic journey. If you are passionate about education and eager to inspire the next generation of learners, this role is perfect for you.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses and prepare lessons for students.
• Evaluate student progress and communicate effectively with students.

Job description

Job Content (SDF) Details

Competition Number: P16444

Posting Title: Instructor, Physics (Casual 2025-2026)

Classification: Instructor

Location: Saskatchewan Polytechnic Saskatoon Campus

Other Location(s): Saskatchewan Polytechnic Saskatoon Campus

Building: Saskatoon Campus, Idylwyld Dr.

Date Posted: 04/16/2025

Closing Date: 06/30/2025

Start Date: 08/18/2025

End Date: 06/30/2026

Category of work: Casual

Bargaining Unit: Faculty Association

Hours of Work: To be Assigned

Salary Range: As per Academic Salary Grid

Temporary Market Stipend: Incumbent

Total Assigned days (AC) / Total Hours per biweekly pay: Less than 29 occasions.

Posting Status: Open

Special Instructions to Applicants: Saskatchewan Polytechnic considers the diversity of our workforce to be one of our leading strengths and greatest assets. Our employee diversity enhances our ability to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse student population. Currently, approximately 20% of our students are Indigenous. A continued emphasis on the development of a representative workforce is one of Sask Polytech’s strategic priorities and, as an organization, we are making significant efforts to attract and retain Indigenous employees.

Job Responsibilities:

Casual instructors are hired by the Department of Arts & Sciences to teach courses in times of high demand. As a casual instructor, you will be assigned full responsibilities for courses assigned to you (i.e., preparing lessons, evaluating student progress, communicating with students and programs, etc.) over the course of the semester(s). Casual instruction in the Department of Arts & Sciences is not substitute teaching.

Expected classes for 2025-26 academic year include the following:

1. Fall 2025: Applied Mechanics 4th Class Group A (32 hours/10.24 days)
2. Fall 2025: Applied Mechanics 4th Class Group B (32 hours/10.24 days)
3. Fall 2025: Applied Mechanics 3rd Class Group A (48 hours/15.36 days)
4. Fall 2025: Applied Mechanics 3rd Class Group B (48 hours/15.36 days)
5. Winter 2026: Thermodynamics 2nd Class Group A (64 hours/20.48 days)
6. Winter 2026: Thermodynamics 2nd Class Group B (64 hours/20.48 days)
7. Spring 2026: Applied Mechanics 2nd Class Group A (64 hours/20.48 days)
8. Spring 2026: Applied Mechanics 2nd Class Group B (64 hours/20.48 days)