Sessional Instructor – ENG

Location: U of S Campus Saskatoon, SK

Term: September 3, 2025 to December 5, 2025

Posting Date: Not specified

Closing Date: July 7, 2025

The Saskatchewan Urban Native Teacher Education Program (SUNTEP) – Gabriel Dumont Institute of Native Studies and Applied Research invites applications for the following position:

Competition Code: S 99 Jul 7

Responsibilities: SUNTEP Saskatoon requires a sessional instructor for ENG 99 for the 2025 Fall Term. This is a first-year university preparatory class (non-credit) which runs concurrently with English 114 (41) at the University of Saskatchewan (main campus). The instructor must adapt to students’ needs in an ever-changing classroom environment, focusing on improving writing skills (grammar, sentence and essay construction in MLA, APA, CMS formats) without the use of AI.

The instructor should also teach critical reading and thinking skills across disciplines, assist students with library research and proper essay formatting, and support students with time management and other academic concerns. All coursework must be completed during class time; no take-home assignments are assigned. Responsibilities include planning, preparing, and delivering effective instruction.

Qualifications: University-level teaching experience at the first-year level is required. An MA in English is essential. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, flexibility, and experience working with Indigenous student populations are assets.

Remuneration: U of S Sessional Lecturer wage grid

Final date to receive applications: July 7, 2025. Please quote the competition code when submitting your resume and cover letter.

The Gabriel Dumont Institute has permission from the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission to hire affirmatively. Please indicate if you are Métis in your cover letter. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

GDI is a Saskatchewan-based educational, employment, and cultural institute serving Métis communities across the province.