Part-Time Temporary Instructor, Addictions Counselling
| Competition Number: 126113 | Type: Faculty |
| Closing Date: May 22, 2026 |
Category: Part-Time, Temporary |
Medicine Hat Campus - Pending Budget Approval
Medicine Hat College’s Yuill School of Health and Community Services invite applications for a part-time temporary Instructor in Addictions Counselling. This is a one-year, part-time temporary appointment commencing July 1, 2026, with a high likelihood of renewal.
The part-time temporary instructor for ADDC 180 is responsible for facilitating a 42-hour course that explores the history of addictions within Indigenous communities through the lens of colonialism, residential schools, and multigenerational trauma. This position requires a deep commitment to Indigenous pedagogy, emphasizing relationship-building, reflection, and reciprocity as core instructional methods.
A little about the role:
We are seeking an individual with a background in Indigenous studies, social work, or addictions counselling to teach the following course:
Fall 2026
One section of ADDC 180: Indigenous Ways of Healing
- Facilitate a 42-hour course examining Indigenous addiction history through the lenses of colonialism and residential schools.
- Guide students through traditional healing methods, including ceremony and land-based reconnection.
- Lead instructional activities grounded in relationship and reciprocity, such as talking circles and collaboration with Elders.
- Manage a flexible, classroom, community and land‑based learning environment.
- Evaluate diverse student learning artifacts, including reflection journals and community-based projects.
Relevant teaching and research experience in Indigenous pedagogy, trauma-informed care, and cultural safety will be considered an asset. This position requires a passion and commitment to learners, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work within a collaborative faculty team.
Details of these courses can be found in the college Calendar or online at https://www.mhc.ab.ca/search?q=academic+calendar
Details:
- Relevant graduate degree (e.g., MSW, MA in Indigenous Studies, or related field) required.
- Post-secondary teaching experience and/or a research background in Indigenous health or addictions will be considered an asset.
- Experience facilitating circles or working directly with Elders and Indigenous community organizations is highly valued.
- Equivalent combinations of work experience and post-secondary education may be considered.
- Willingness to be part of a dynamic and collaborative team that focuses on student success and has a positive, appreciative, and enthusiastic personality.
- Strong communication skills and computer literacy.
Please submit a cover letter quoting Competition #126113 in both the subject line and the body of your email. Attach your cover letter and resume as one combined document. The application deadline is May 22, 2026.
The successful candidate will be required to provide a valid Police Information/Criminal Record Check obtained from their local police service (not through an online third‑party provider).
Please indicate in your cover letter where you first saw this posting.
Degrees conferred outside of Canada must be accredited by the Province of Alberta, International Qualification Assessment Service (IQAS), Alberta Advanced Education and Technology, to be valid and recognized by Medicine Hat College.
All faculty who are newly hired, or are on temporary contracts, must provide official transcripts verifying their qualifications.
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Medicine Hat College is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Only applicants being granted an interview will be contacted. All others are thanked for their interest.