Education Instructor, Bachelor of Education - Part Time Sessional

Job Title Education Instructor, Bachelor of Education - Part Time Sessional Career Level Instruction Education Master's Category Faculty Job Type ASA-Part Time Sessional (809)

Job Description

True North As the largest post-secondary institution in northern Alberta, Northwestern Polytechnic is a natural point of convergence for knowledge, skills, creativity, and collaboration. Striving to spark and empower success, NWP’s mission is geared towards both individual and collective progress. NWP offers a wide variety of engaging and in-demand academic programs in certificates, diplomas, apprenticeships, and degrees. We exist wholeheartedly for the domestic and international students who call our campuses home, the distinctive communities and industries we serve, and the staff and faculty who honour us with their expertise and insights every day. While our potential as one of Alberta’s newest polytechnics is ever-growing, we recognize the importance of having authentic and highly effective contributors by our side. We are currently recruiting individuals who are inspired by opportunity, driven by results, and aligned to NWP’s core values of being responsive, innovative, and connected. Finding your fit in one of our specialized schools or departments means a bright future with competitive compensation, attractive benefits packages, reliable networks, high quality of life, and unparalleled learning community experiences. If you are looking to transform the post-secondary landscape with polytechnic education, research, and partnerships, Northwestern Polytechnic is your employer of choice. The Role The Department of Education is hiring Part-Time Sessional faculty to teach in the Fall 2026-2027 academic year. Instructional duties include courses in the Elementary and Secondary Education program. Course topics in the fall semester may include Introduction to the Profession, Evaluation of Student Learning, Classroom Management, Instructional Processes, Complex Classrooms, Numeracy for Elementary Students, Diversity and Inclusive Education, Professional Field Experience, and Secondary Curriculum and Instruction.

What We Offer

• NWP offers lifelong learning opportunities through professional development & wellness programs, a competitive salary and compensation package and a student-centered culture that is vital to our community. Consider joining Canada’s newest polytechnic, committed to be the most entrepreneurial polytechnic by 2034. Job Requirements The successful candidate will hold a Masters degree in a related field and have significant experience in teaching or education administration. Instruction and research at the post secondary level is an asset. Necessary skills and attributes to be successful in this role include:
• Demonstrated success in instruction as well as experience in the Alberta school system, including classroom teaching and knowledge of curriculum. Knowledge of Northern Alberta school environment is an asset.
• Candidates must be able to apply different instructional strategies to meet the needs of students with different learning styles.
• Knowledge of Northwestern Polytechnic courses and current educational technologies commonly found in classrooms (e.g., videoconferencing, D2L) are desired.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Willingness to work with the Teaching & Learning Centre.
• Student Focused.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A high level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.

How To Apply

• Only applications received electronically will be considered. Upon submission of CVs, please also include:
• a cover letter
• reference list
• a copy of unofficial academic transcripts
• proof of credential
• a teaching philosophy statement Applications are to be submitted through the Northwestern Polytechnic website. We review all applications to select candidates whose qualifications and experience most closely meet our needs. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. For general inquiries, please contact HR at humanresources@nwpolytech.ca . Thank you for applying to NWP! Appointment Date From: 8/15/2026 Appointment Date To: 12/31/2026 Salary Grade Organizational Unit Northwestern Polytechnic -> School of Business and Education -> Department of Education Location Grande Prairie, AB T8V 4C4 CA (Primary)