Description
Fall 2025 Sessional Teaching Opportunity ¿ ACCT 217 LEC 08: Introductory Financial Accounting: Indigenous Learners in Accounting
The Haskayne School of Business at the University of Calgary invites applications for a Sessional Instructor(s) to teach a culturally-responsive section of Fall 2025 ACCT 217 (Introductory Financial Accounting) offered in partnership with the CPA Western School of Business (CPAWSB) and AOFA Canada. This section has been thoughtfully designed to meet the learning needs of Indigenous students and is grounded in Indigenous ways of knowing, being, and doing. Classes in the Fall 2025 semester run from September 2 to December 5, 2025. Registrar Scheduled Exams will take place between December 9 to December 19, 2025, if applicable.
The calendar description of the course:
"Introduction to accounting for business organizations. Reporting of financial results of operations and financial position to investors, managers, and others. Emphasis on the use of accounting information for decision making."
This course recognizes the importance of creating space for Indigenous learners within a Western academic setting and incorporates principles of respect, reciprocity, and relationality. The curriculum draws on CPAWSB's Indigenous accounting materials and is tailored to support student success through a culturally-informed approach to teaching, learning, and assessment.
ACCT 217 LEC 08 (Introductory Financial Accounting) will be delivered in-person on Fridays and includes:
- A 3-hour lecture: Friday 9:00 - 11:45
- A 2-hour optional (for students) tutorial: Friday 13:00 - 15:00
- A 1-hour tutorial: Friday 15:00
- The additional 2 hours of weekly tutorial time are dedicated to supporting learners' academic success and fostering community.
Qualifications:
- Completion of a related undergraduate degree is required;
- Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation from Canada is required;
- Previous post-secondary accounting teaching experience is recommended;
- Deep understanding of Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing Demonstrated Indigenous knowledge, lived experience, and/or meaningful connections to Indigenous communities;
- A commitment to inclusive teaching practices that honour Indigenous perspectives and promote student belonging;
- Experience using digital education products such as Zoom and D2L would be an asset
To apply, please submit your application online via the 'Apply Now' link and address your cover letter to the attention of Michael Wright, Area Chair, Accounting. In support of your application, please provide the following documents:
- A current CV containing a discussion of relevant teaching and professional experience.
- Previous teaching evaluations, if applicable
- Names of three references
- Any additional information to strengthen your application and assist in the selection process.
Please be aware that the application process only allows for four attachments, which may require you to merge documents.
The application deadline is August 1, 2025. Please note that consideration of applicants may begin before the application deadline.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
While we accept all applications for this vacancy, we may have candidates with the right of first refusal as per Article 23.12.1 of the University of Calgary Faculty Association Collective Agreement.
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.
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
As an equitable and inclusive employer, 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. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments(equity@ucalgary.ca) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources (hrhire@ucalgary.ca).
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)
For a listing of all academic opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Academic Careers website. For more information about the Haskayne School of Business, click here.
About the University of Calgary
UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. 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.
