Posting DetailsPosition Information
Job Title Faculty of Education - THREE (3) Assistant Teaching Professor (Term), Early Years, Elementary, and/or Middle School
Rank Assistant Teaching Professor
Tenure Information Term
Position Details Position Details As a result of receiving Targeted Enrolment Expansion funding from the Government of Alberta, the Faculty of Education is pleased to be seeking THREE (3) dynamic and innovative educators whose academic work and experience demonstrates in depth knowledge and understanding of the relationship between theoretical knowledge and professional practice to provide high-quality preparation of future teachers. Successful applicants should be experienced educators and collaborative colleagues for one of THREE (3) full time, two-year term Assistant Teaching Professor positions in the area(s) of
early years, elementary, and/or middle school education.
Academic duties include (a) teaching assigned courses during the Fall, Winter, and/or Summer sessions, including the organization, preparation, and delivery of course material, the evaluation of students' academic progress, and, individual discussions with students outside of class; (b) other forms of teaching including but not limited to: tutorial teaching and practicum supervision; © administrative and committee work at various levels - Faculty, University and Association - including academic administration, assistance at registration, and supervision. Of note, our Faculty of Education has a deep commitment to educating its students for a Southern Alberta context.
Qualifications, Knowledge & Skills An Assistant Teaching Professor shall possess a graduate degree in a relevant field of study at the time of appointment; a completed or nearly completed doctoral degree would be considered an asset. An equivalent professional designation, or a lesser academic qualification plus appropriate experience may also be considered. Qualifications and/or experience should be directly relevant to
early years, elementary, and/or middle school education. Applicants should have 6-10 years of school-based teaching experience in
early years, elementary, and/or middle school education, preferably in the Province of Alberta. Candidates should ideally possess teacher certification in Alberta or be eligible for Alberta certification. The successful candidates should have the ability and interest to teach courses in and contribute to the growth of four-year Bachelor of Education Early Years degree and bring expertise in integrating subject areas, with strength in Humanities, STEM and/or Creative Arts.
The ability to teach in a primarily face-to-face modality is essential. The ability to integrate innovative technology into teaching will be assets for this position. As a destination university, prospective applicants are expected to reside in or near, and if necessary, relocate to, Lethbridge, Alberta to support students in person and actively engage in our university culture. Fluency in English is a requirement. Proficiency in a second language is an asset.
In addition to scholarly expertise, experience, and/or ability to teach in subject areas directly related to
early years, elementary, and/or middle school education, the ability to contribute scholarly expertise or experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred:
- Interdisciplinary teaching and learning, particular to Humanities, STEM or Creative Arts.
- Teaching and learning in complex classroom spaces.
- Student success in inclusive learning environments.
- Diverse cultural and linguistic knowledges
- Sociological, philosophical, historical and cultural influences and issues affecting learning and teaching in school environments.
- Approaches to addressing accessibility, belonging, community and decoloniality.
About our Faculty Situated in the heart of Blackfoot territory on its lands and waters, the University of Lethbridge (Iniskim)'s Faculty of Education (Iinooikaksini) seeks to respectfully honour and work alongside in supporting the advancement of Blackfoot culture, language, and values. Built on an ethic of care, we are committed to act upon principles of fairness, equity, belonging and decoloniality in all our relations. By respectfully modelling diverse approaches to research, teaching and service, we continually strive to enable undergraduate and graduate students to become caring, creative, and critical teachers, counselors, researchers, and leaders. Through innovative, thoughtful, and accessible practices informed by our expertise, we prepare professionals to effectively engage with educational complexities both known and yet to be revealed. Central to these commitments is endeavouring to be local, national, and international leaders in education, counselling, and research.
About our programs The Faculty of Education offers three pathways to a highly regarded undergraduate-level bachelor's degree leading to teacher certification. Information about our undergraduate programming can be found at
https://www.ulethbridge.ca/education/undergrad. Our graduate programs in contemporary issues in education and educational leadership offer options for thesis, project and course based. We also offer a Master of Counselling degree and Master of Education in Clinical and Counselling Psychology degree. Details about the Faculty of Education's graduate programs can be found at
https://www.ulethbridge.ca/education/grad.
Position CategoryFaculty Faculty of Education
Campus Lethbridge
Posting Detail Information
Open Date 10/15/2026
Close DateOpen Until Filled Yes
Desired Start Date 01/01/2027
Position End Date (if temporary) 06/30/2029
Special Instructions to Applicants All applications must be submitted online, and should include:
- a letter of application (2 page max.) outlining their experience with and knowledge with specific attention to the above-described needs;
- a detailed academic curriculum vitae including the names and contact information for three referees;
- a teaching philosophy statement (1 page max.) that clearly articulates the applicant's commitment to accessibility, belonging and community; and
- a two page proposed outline for a course for a proposed interdisciplinary Curriculum and Instruction course in Humanities, STEM and/or Creative Arts for the Bachelor of Education Early Years program.
