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SW 415-397 Poverty- Spring 2026 - Online/Web Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button. If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link. Please see Special Instructions for more details. 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. Position Details Posting Summary Competition Number 20260039SS Position Title SW 415-397 Poverty- Spring 2026 - Online/Web Faculty/Department Faculty of Social Work Unit Social Work - Sessionals Employee Group URFA CUPE 5791 Job Family Category Sessional Number of Vacancies N/A Position Summary SW 415 Poverty. This course will examine poverty in Canada: its history, measurement, theoretical explanations, demographics, and impact on specific groups of people. It critically assesses income security programs and services, and explores the role of social workers in reducing poverty through practice methods, policy development and community engagement. The semester class period is from May 4, 2026 to June 17, 2026. Sessional Lecturers that are teaching in person classes are expected to teach 13 synchronous classes throughout the semester in person on campus. Expectations for Sessional Lecturers 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. Pay Grade Faculty Sessional Salary Range As per URFA Collective Agreement Status Term Work Hours This course is online (asynchronous) with no days/times. The Sessional Lecturer is expected to offer regular office hours for their students each week. Delivery method, days and times are subject to change. Course Modality Online/Asynchronous Course Dates and Time Duration May- June (Spring 2026) Posting Information Open Date 01/28/2026 | Close Date 02/10/2026 | 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. 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 Universitys 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. References Reference Letter Reference Letter Minimum References Maximum References Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*) . * If you are applying for multiple Sessional Lecturer postings in the Faculty of Social Work, how many courses would you ideally like to teach this semester? * If you have worked at the University before, what is your employment number? * Have you taught previously at the University of Regina? If so, which courses and in which semesters? Documents Required Required Documents Resume/Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Teaching Philosophy Optional Documents Teaching Dossier Note: This refinement preserves the content and updates formatting to meet quality standards while using only allowed tags. #J-18808-Ljbffr