The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation of Alberta, Districts 5 and 6.
Position Description
The Division of French and Francophone Studies in the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures invites applications for Sessional Instructors to teach the following courses in the upcoming fall session.*
FREN 209 LEC 01 MWF 09:00-09:50 Beginners' French I
LEC 02 MWF 12:00-12:50 Beginners' French I
LEC 05 MWF 10:00-10:50 Beginners' French I
FREN 213 LEC 01 MWF 10:00-10:50 Intermediate French
LEC 02 MWF 11:00-11:50 Intermediate French
LEC 03 MWF 13:00-13:50 Intermediate French
FREN 225 LEC 01 MWF 09:00-09:50 La Grammaire par les textes I
FREN 227 LEC 01 TR 11:00-12:15 La Grammaire par les textes II
Qualifications: Candidates with a completed doctoral degree in French will be given preference. The successful candidate must have strong previous teaching performance or show the potential for excellent teaching ability.
The University of Calgary will use online modes of course delivery in the fall term. The instructor of this course should be comfortable with online modes of course delivery and students' remote learning. The instructor will be responsible for thoughtful course design and meaningful opportunities for student engagement. In support of these teaching and learning efforts, The University of Calgary offers regular workshops https://taylorinstitute.ucalgary.ca/teaching-continuity/find-a-session, support for offering courses online, https://taylorinstitute.ucalgary.ca/teaching-continuity, and resources for designing online courses https://taylorinstitute.ucalgary.ca/resources/online-learning.
To apply, submit a letter of application directed to Dr. Amedegnato, Chair of the Division of French and Francophone Studies indicating the course and the session you are interested in teaching. This letter should speak to your qualifications to teach the course. Your application package should also include:
- A current, up-to-date CV (if not already on file)
- Tentative outline for the course for which you are applying, identifying how it will be structured for online delivery.
- Statement of teaching philosophy and methods. Provide a brief statement that addresses the specific goals and objectives of the course(s) you have taught. Give at least one example of successful strategies you have used.
- Teaching evaluations from a course that you have taught before.
- Student evaluations (if available). Please comment on what, in your opinion, worked well in your class, what presented difficulties and what are the possible solutions.
- Three confidential letters of reference (if not already on file)
The application package should be submitted electronically in .pdf format to [email protected]
The application deadline is July 31, 2020.
Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered.
The Hiring Committee may need to access the teaching evaluation results (including USRIs) for those who have taught at the University of Calgary before, as part of the selection process. By submitting your application, you have given consent for the Hiring Committee to review your USRI(s).
For more information on the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures and the University of Calgary, please visit our website at: slllc.ucalgary.ca
The amount of remuneration is calculated according to the Collective Agreement, Schedule B. Please see the Faculty Association's website at http://www.ucalgary.ca/TUCFA for further information regarding conditions of employment and remuneration.
We thank you for your application. Only successful applicants will be contacted.
*All courses are subject to budgetary approval. An offer of a Term Certain Sessional Instructor appointment may be cancelled in whole or in part by the Governors prior to the commencement of the appointment term (23.10 in the Collective Agreement)
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. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)
Additional Information
To learn more about academic opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Academic Careers website. For more information about the Faculty of Arts visit Careers in the Faculty of Arts.
About the University of Calgary
The University of Calgary is Canada’s leading next-generation university – a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation’s most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canada’s top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
About Calgary, Alberta
Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders - in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour's drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.
