University of Regina·Regina, Saskatchewan
Introductory Spanish I face-to-face on campus. Teach basic skills of pronunciation, reading, writing, and conversation for students with little or no Spanish experience. Instruct students in basic grammar, syntax, and vocabulary for culturally appropriate interaction. Provide one office hour per week. Complete preparatory work before the start date. Perform grading tasks after the termination date
SPAN 111-992 - Introductory Spanish I - Fall 2026 - Face to Face
Position Details: Posting Summary Competition Number 20260639SS
SPAN 111-992 - Introductory Spanish I - Fall 2026 - Face to Face Faculty/Department Faculty of Arts Unit Arts-Politics and International Studies Employee Group URFA CUPE 5791 Job Family N/A Category Sessional Number of Vacancies 1
SPAN 111: Introductory Spanish I Focuses on the acquisition of basic skills of pronunciation, reading, writing, and conversation, for students with little or no Spanish experience. Includes instruction in basic grammar, syntax, and vocabulary for culturally appropriate interaction. Position Requirements
At least a B.A. in a related discipline.
Native or near-native fluency in the target language as well as in English.
Experience and evidence of teaching ability in the relevant language. Applicants with more teaching experience in the area in question, at the university level, will normally have preference over others. Physical Demands Pay Grade Faculty Sessional
As per URFA Collective Agreement Status Term Work Hours The instructor will deliver the course on campus face-to-face on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM. Instructors are expected to have one office hour per week. Sessional Lecturers may have preparatory work to do before the start date and sometimes may have to deal with grading tasks after the termination date. Course Modality On Campus - Face to Face Evenings Course Dates and Time Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM. Duration (if Term/Temporary) September 1 - December 31, 2026 Full-Time/Part-Time Other Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted
Contact Information pais.dept@uregina.ca Job Open Date 08/06/2026 Job Close Date 08/19/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Application Instructions Documentation demonstrating teaching experience and effectiveness shall include: 1. a teaching philosophy statement; 2. all course outlines and aggregated student evaluations from the last two academic years in which the Applicant taught university-level courses; and 3. at least one of the following documents: (uploaded under “Other”) a. student comments from teaching evaluations, b. a letter of peer evaluation of teaching, or c. a reflective teaching statement with an emphasis on recent teaching. Per the URFA Collective Agreement 2021-2027: Applications for sessional lecturer positions shall include a curriculum vitae and a teaching dossier. This shall be kept on file for up to three years. These academic staff members may then make a written application to the relevant academic unit for upcoming teaching positions without including the entire file. Sessional Lecturers may also provide updated information to the file at any time. 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. 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 Reference Letter Minimum References Maximum References Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Documents Required Required Documents Resume/Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Teaching Philosophy Reference Contact Info Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness Sample Course Outlines Other (See Special Instructions to Applicants field on Posting) Optional Documents
At least a B.A. in a related discipline.
Native or near-native fluency in the target language (Spanish) and in English.
Experience and evidence of teaching ability in the relevant language.
Provide documentation demonstrating teaching experience and effectiveness (teaching philosophy statement; course outlines and aggregated student evaluations from the last two academic years; and at least one of: student comments, peer evaluation letter, or reflective teaching statement emphasizing recent teaching).
Include a curriculum vitae and a teaching dossier (sessional lecturer application requirements per URFA Collective Agreement 2021-2027)
Market context
Introductory Spanish positions in Saskatchewan are typically tied to language-program staffing needs and can be competitive because schools and colleges look for both strong language proficiency and clear evidence of teaching effectiveness. For this face-to-face role, the key requirements are a related B.A., native or near-native fluency in Spanish and English, and documentation such as a teaching philosophy statement and course materials. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application materials to show classroom experience and student-centered language instruction.