Sessional Instructor PSYC 7130 (CUPE Sessional)

UM Careers; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 6,500 - 7,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Manitoba invites applications for a Sessional Instructor for PSYC 7130 (School Psychology Research Design and Program Evaluation). The assignment runs January 1, 2027 to April 30, 2027 and pays per course under UM/CUPE 3909 terms.

Master's, Ph.D., or Ph.D. candidate preferred; strong English communication and teaching experience are required. Preference given to applicants with PhD in Psychology and School Psychology background. May supervise graders or TAs as needed.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written in English.
• Background/specialization in Psychology required.
• Demonstrated competence in post-secondary teaching.
• Empathetic approach to instructional needs.
• Prior teaching in Psychology or related area preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare instructional and testing materials relevant to the course.
• Instruct, teach, and test students.
• Mark exams and assignments.
• Provide constructive feedback to students.
• Maintain regular office hours for students.

Job description

Sessional Instructor PSYC 7130 (CUPE Sessional)

Sessional Instructor PSYC 7130 A01- CUPE 3909 Unit 2 (Sessionals)

Department of Psychology

Faculty of Arts

Job details:

Course: School Psychology Research Design and Program Evaluation PSYC 7130 A01 - 3 Credit Hours

Start date: January 1, 2027

End date: April 30, 2027

Expected total hours:

Appointment Pay Rate: $6,654.00

Key responsibilities:

• Preparing instructional and testing materials relevant to the course being taught.
• Instructing/teaching/testing.
• Marking/grading of exams and assignments etc.
• Providing constructive feedback to students.
• Maintaining regular office hours.

If more than one section is advertised for this course different applicants may be considered for each section, and applicants are required to indicate their preferred section.

Where a University of Manitoba student is the successful candidate, the terms and conditions of employment, including remuneration, will be governed by the UM/CUPE 3909 (Student) Collective Agreement.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree, Ph.D. or Ph.D. candidate preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, in the English language is required.
• Background/specialization in subject area required.
• Demonstrated competence in post-secondary teaching required.
• Empathetic approach to the instructional needs and concerns of students is required.
• Previous teaching in the subject area or related area would be an asset.

Additional information:

Class times: Tues: 17:30-20:15PSYC 7130, School Psychology Research Design and Program Evaluation (3 credits):Must have work experience as a Sessional Instructor for this course, or its equivalent. Preference will be given to applicants who hold a PhD in Psychology with a background in School Psychology. An equivalent level in qualifications and experience may be considered. May supervise and schedule work assignments for Grader/Marker or Teaching Assistant, if assigned. May be required to assess and provide feedback to Department Head regarding administrative responsibilities for student grade appeals, requests for time extensions to complete work, deferred examinations, and other administrative duties that may arise.

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

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