Sessional Instructor - EDPS Educational Psychology Social, Emotional, and Behavioural Asses

Description

Sessional Instructor - EDPS 696 Educational Psychology, Graduate Programs, Werklund School of Education, Winter 2027

Position Type:
Term Certain < 12 months

Education Required:

PhD or EdD

Final date to receive applications:
Aug 10, 2026

The Werklund School of Education, Graduate Programs, at the University of Calgary invites applications for a term certain Sessional Instructor position for Winter 2027.

The term runs from January 4 to April 27, 2027. Visit the Academic Calendar for complete academic dates.

The Werklund School of Education at the University of Calgary invites applications for term certain Sessional Instructor positions for the Winter 2027 term in Educational Psychology. Sessional instructors will teach online and on campus graduate courses that are integral parts of the graduate programs in the Werklund School of Education.

Graduate Programs in Education (GPE) has over 1000 graduate students registered in seven (7) specializations. GPE is proud of the high-quality graduate programs delivered in both online and on campus formats. Its programs are characterized by a strong learner focus, flexibility, technological innovation, and responsiveness to community desire for accreditation, certification, lifelong learning, and rigorous scholarship.

Social, Emotional, and Behavioural Assessment and Intervention

Delivery:
Online

A focus on the assessment and intervention of children and youth who exhibit significant social, emotional, and behavioural needs in school and community settings.

Educational Psychology:
Educational Psychology consists of Educational Studies in Counselling Psychology and in School and Applied Child Psychology.

• A completed doctorate in psychology or a related field, registration as a psychologist.
• Evidence of successful teaching and leadership experience in workplace, university or school settings.
• Demonstrated experience in online/distance education for courses delivered online or in a blended format.
• Capacity to work effectively in a collaborative culture.
• Knowledge and understanding of the programs and specializations in Educational Psychology will also be considered as assets for the sessional teaching positions.

While we accept all applications for this vacancy, we may have candidates with the right of first refusal as per Article 23.12.1 of the University of Calgary Faculty Association Collective Agreement. The amount of remuneration is calculated according to the Collective Agreement, Schedule

B. Please see the Faculty Association's website at  for further information regarding conditions of employment and remuneration.

We thank you for your application. Only successful applicants will be contacted.

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy ii' taa'poh'to'p committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here.

In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments ([email protected]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture ([email protected]).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however…