Faculty/Department Faculty of Social Work Unit Social Work - Sessionals Employee Group URFA CUPE 5791 Job Family Category Sessional Number of Vacancies 1 Position Summary

The Faculty of Social Work at the University of Regina invites applications for one Sessional Lecturer to teach the following in-person (Regina) course during the Fall 2026 semester:

SW 411 – Abuse and Violence This course examines abuse and violence primarily within familial relationships, but will also include discussion on various forms of trauma in a broader context. Individual, familial, institutional and societal responses to abuse and violence will be explored. A victim centered, trauma-informed social work perspective will be emphasized.

The semester class period is from September 1, 2026 to December 22, 2026 with the final exam period running from December 9, 2026 to December 22, 2026.

Expectations for Sessional Lecturers include, but aren’t limited to, the following:

• 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 Pay Grade Faculty Sessional Salary Range As per URFA Collective Agreement Status Term Work Hours

**This course is offered on Wednesday’s 2:30 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.**The Sessional Lecturer is expected to teach on campus in-person in Regina (synchronous) for each of the 13 lectures , be in the classroom 10-15 minutes before each class starts, as well as offer regular office hours for their students each week.

Delivery method, days and times are subject to change.

Course Modality Course Dates and Time Duration (if Term/Temporary) September- December (Fall 2026) Full-Time/Part-Time Other Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted

Additional Information

Contact Information

Job Open Date

03/23/2026

Job Close Date

04/05/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Special Application Instructions

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.

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.

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.