Anti-Oppressive SW Practice

University of Regina; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent Canadian university located in Saskatchewan is seeking a Sessional Lecturer for the course SW 350-200 Anti-Oppressive SW Practice. This course will be delivered remotely via Zoom and involves teaching 13 classes from May to June 2026. Candidates must hold a Master of Social Work and possess superior communication and organizational skills. The position is ideal for those with recent teaching experience in a post-secondary setting. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience related to course content.
• Recent teaching experience in a post-secondary environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course outline and relevant assignments.
• Deliver 13 lectures throughout the semester.
• Maintain a safe and collaborative classroom environment.
• Consult with the Associate Dean on academic matters.
• Provide support during office hours.

Skills

Superior communications skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Job description

SW 350-200 Anti-Oppressive SW Practice - Spring 2026 - Remote Delivery via Zoom

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

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For applicants that have previously taught as a Sessional Lecturer in the Faculty of Social Work: You may upload a new curriculum vitae, teaching dossier, references with your application or use previously uploaded documents.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, and the work associated with this position must be performed within Canada.

Position Details

Posting Summary: Competition Number 20260040SS

Position Title: SW 350-200 Anti-Oppressive SW Practice - Spring 2026 - Remote Delivery via Zoom

Faculty/Department: Faculty of Social Work

Unit: Social Work - Sessionals

Employee Group: URFA CUPE 5791

Job Family: N/A

Category: Sessional

Number of Vacancies: N/A

Position Summary

• SW 350 – Anti-Oppressive Social Work Practice
• This course unravels the underlying threads of multiple oppressions and the intersection of various sources and forms of oppression. The course will focus on anti-oppressive theoretical perspectives, laws, actions, advocacy, social work ethics and their application to social work practice and policy.
• The semester class period is from May 4, 2026 – June 17, 2026.
• Sessional Lecturers that are teaching remote delivery classes are expected to teach 13 synchronous classes throughout the semester.

Expectations for Sessional Lecturers

• Preparing the course outline, designing relevant assignments, evaluating and grading student work, and submitting student grades by the required deadline.
• Teaching course content that follows the course description, established learning objectives, and university academic guidelines.
• Delivering 13 lectures throughout the semester.
• Encouraging and maintaining a safe and collaborative classroom environment.
• Providing regular support to students on course work during office hours, and as required by students.
• Consulting with the Associate Dean (Undergraduate Programs) on academic or student-related matters as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

All faculty members of the Faculty of Social Work are expected to support our mission: “The Faculty of Social Work contributes to critical social work through innovative teaching, research, policy development, and community engagement, thereby preparing students to work towards an equitable, diverse, and inclusive society in Saskatchewan and beyond.”

To learn more about the Faculty of Social Work, please click here: Social Work | University of Regina (uregina.ca)

Position Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Master of Social Work (MSW)
• Demonstrated related experience appropriate to the course content description as listed above.
• Superior communications skills (both written and verbal).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Recent teaching experience in a post-secondary environment is considered an asset.
• Physical Demands: (not specified here)
• Pay Grade: Faculty Sessional Salary Range As per URFA Collective Agreement
• Status: Term
• Work Hours: The course is offered on Wednesday’s 9:00 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. The Sessional Lecturer is expected to teach remote delivery via Zoom for each of the 13 lectures, be in the Zoom room 10-15 minutes before each class starts, as well as offer regular office hours for their students each week.

Diversity Statement

The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code.

Reference Letter

Minimum References: (not specified)

Maximum References: (not specified)

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * If we are unsuccessful in finding an instructor to teach this course and must change the delivery method, I can teach using the following delivery methods (select all that apply):
  • Face to Face (in person on campus – synchronous)
  • Remote via Zoom (synchronous)
  • If applicable, Blended (both online asynchronous AND synchronous)
  • If applicable, Online (asynchronous)
• * If you have worked at the University before, what is your employment number? (Open Ended Question)
• * Have you taught previously at the University of Regina? If so, courses and in which semesters? (Open Ended Question)

Documents Required

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Teaching Philosophy

Optional Documents

• Teaching Dossier