This position has a term length of 4 months.
Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.
About the Centre for Teaching and Learning
CTL advances the University of Alberta’s teaching and learning mission by inspiring instructors, connecting communities, and partnering for impact. As the university’s centre for expertise in teaching and learning, CTL supports instructors, academic leaders, and programs through research-informed, inclusive, and student-centred approaches that strengthen teaching practice and meaningful student learning experiences.
Guided by institutional priorities, including Shape: A Strategic Plan of Impact, Braiding Past, Present and Future, and Changing the Story, CTL contributes to teaching and learning initiatives that support instructional effectiveness, reflective teaching practice, student engagement, and continuous improvement across the university.
The Centre is committed to advancing inclusive, anti-colonial, and relational approaches to teaching and learning. This includes critically examining colonial structures within higher education while supporting the integration of Indigenous ways of knowing, being, and doing into teaching, learning, curriculum, and assessment practices.
Working collaboratively across faculties and institutional units, CTL creates opportunities for reflection, peer learning, innovation, and partnership that strengthen teaching and learning across diverse disciplinary and academic contexts.
Position Summary
The Centre for Teaching and Learning is seeking motivated undergraduate students at the University of Alberta to participate in the Student Instructor Partnership Program (SIPP). At CTL, we help instructors achieve their teaching goals and support the University of Alberta in advancing its teaching and learning priorities. We believe that true teaching excellence requires engaging multiple perspectives, including the voices of our students. Unlike traditional assistant roles, SIPP treats students as collaborative partners who bring their lived experience as learners to the heart of course design.
As a Student Partner, you will be matched in a collaborative triad, consisting of two students and one instructor, to redesign or develop a course. This unique partnership allows you to move beyond the role of a student and act as a pedagogical consultant, providing a student's lens on everything from refining the syllabus to creating meaningful assignments.
Timeline and Commitment
Orientation: Student partners are required to participate in a half-day orientation session on August 28, 2026 from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM.
Core Project: Most of the collaborative work will take place during the Fall 2026 semester, with an average of 3-8 hours per week.
Showcase: The program concludes with a collaborative presentation alongside your instructor partner at the annual Festival of Teaching and Learning in April 2027.
The Provost and Vice-President - Academic is the University of Alberta’s chief academic officer and a key leader in advancing the university’s educational mission. As a member of the executive team, the Provost works closely with the President and fellow vice-presidents to ensure all institutional portfolios and priorities are aligned with the university’s vision and strategic goals.
The Provost is responsible for academic resource allocation and provides oversight of the infrastructure, services, and administrative units that support teaching, learning, and research excellence. This includes leadership of the university’s colleges and faculties, as well as several key portfolios: the Office of the Registrar, Vice-Provost (Access, Community + Belonging), Vice-Provost (Indigenous Programming and Research), Vice-Provost (Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies), Vice-Provost (Learning Initiatives), and the Centre for Teaching and Learning. The Provost also works in close partnership with the Deans' Council and supports institutional planning and academic policy development.
Through strategic direction and collaborative engagement, the Provost ensures that the University of Alberta maintains a dynamic, inclusive, and academically rigorous environment, positioning it as a leader in post-secondary education in Canada and globally.
Collaborative Course (Re)design
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Provide a student perspective on course structure to identify and address potential barriers to engagement, clarity, and accessibility.
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Collaborate on course documents (such as syllabi and guides) to ensure the language is inclusive, student-friendly and transparent.
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Partner with the instructor to design or refine assignments, rubrics, and feedback mechanisms to ensure they are meaningful and transparent to students.
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Review feedback and data from previous course offerings to identify specific areas for growth and refinement.
Resource Development
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Research innovative disciplinary approaches or similar course models to inform the redesign process.
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Assist in developing and reviewing course materials, including the integration of Open Educational Resources (OER) and supplemental media.
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Consult on the use of digital tools (e.g., Canvas, interactive platforms) to enhance the overall student experience.
Partnership and Collaboration
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Participate in regular 1-on-1 meetings with the instructor to align on goals and track project progress.
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Attend monthly program meetings to collaborate with other student-instructor triads and participate in professional learning.
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A current undergraduate student at the University of Alberta. Students from all faculties are welcome to apply.
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Ability to provide honest, professional feedback to others in a respectful and productive manner.
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Capability to analyze your own experiences as a learner to identify what makes a course engaging, clear, or challenging.
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A genuine interest in partnering with faculty to improve the university’s teaching and learning environment.
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A commitment to inclusive education and an awareness of the diverse needs of the undergraduate student body.
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Demonstrated ability to manage time, meet deadlines and move projects forward independently.
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Familiarity with, or a quick ability to learn, institutionally supported tools (e.g., Canvas, Google Suite, Wooclap, etc.).
Application Instructions
Click “Apply Now” and submit the following:
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Resume
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Recent Transcript (unofficial is acceptable)
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Cover Letter
This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).
The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.
The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.
Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.
At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.
The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.
