Faculty/Department Centre for Continuing Education Unit CCE-English as a Second Language Program Employee Group URFA CUPE 5791 Job Family N/A Category Sessional Number of Vacancies Multiple Position Summary
The ESL Program invites applicants for Sessional Instructor appointments for Fall 2026. Pending class availability, successful candidate(s) may teach in the EAP Program (12-week semester), LINC program (12-week semester or 6-week semester) or short-term programs (3-week or 5-week programs). Classes are delivered through a combination of fully in-person, HyFlex and/ or fully remote modalities. Number of hours and timing of classes is variable, with a mixture of daytime (morning), daytime (afternoon) or evening classes.
We are also accepting applications for our substitute instructor list. Hours are variable dependent on need.
Position Requirements
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
- An M.Ed. or M.A. in TESL or a related field (a B.Ed. or B.A. in a related field is the minimum requirement)
- TESL Accreditation such as TESL Canada or TESL Sask (TESL Canada Level 1 is the minimum requirement)
- Knowledge of second language acquisition and teaching methodology
- Experience in teaching English as a Second Language, including within an integrated skills EAP program and/ or Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) courses
- Proven ability to work at different levels (basic, intermediate or advanced)
- Experience in curriculum development
- Knowledge of the Canadian Language Benchmarks
- Ability to work collaboratively
- Demonstration of a creative and reflective approach to language teaching
- Experience teaching in a multi-cultural environment
- Experience teaching through remote or Hybrid delivery an asset
A written copy of the appointment procedures is available upon request.
Physical Demands Pay Grade Faculty ESL Sessional Lecturer Salary Range As per URFA Collective Agreement Status Term Work Hours
Varied
Course Modality Course Dates and Time Duration (if Term/Temporary) 3 weeks - 4 months with Variable Dates (September to December 2026) Full-Time/Part-Time Other Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted
Additional Information
Job Close Date
07/17/2026
Special Application Instructions
Sessional Instructors previously employed through the U of R ESL department do not have to provide new references or documents with each application. They may use previously uploaded documents.
If you require further information regarding this competition please contact the faculty/department you are applying to.
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.
