Kinesiology and Health Sciences Instructor - Part Time

True North

As the largest post-secondary institution in northern Alberta, Northwestern Polytechnic is a natural point of convergence for knowledge, skills, creativity, and collaboration. Striving to spark and empower success, NWP’s mission is geared towards both individual and collective progress. NWP offers a wide variety of engaging and in-demand academic programs in certificates, diplomas, apprenticeships and degrees. We exist wholeheartedly for the domestic and international students who call our campuses home, the distinctive communities and industries we serve, and the staff and faculty who honour us with their expertise and insights every day. While our potential as one of Alberta’s newest polytechnics is ever-growing, we recognize the importance of having authentic and highly effective contributors by our side. We are currently recruiting individuals who are inspired by opportunity, driven by results, and aligned to NWP’s core values of being responsive, innovative, and connected.

The Department

The Kinesiology and Health Sciences department is part of the School of Health and is located in the main campus building in Grande Prairie. Within the department we offer a Kinesiology Diploma, Bachelor of Kinesiology (UT), and Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology (UT).

The Role

The Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences is seeking one or more part-time sessional instructors to join our academic team. The successful candidates will contribute to high-quality undergraduate teaching, curriculum development, and student mentorship within the program. We are looking for an educator who is passionate about personal health and fitness, exercise prescription, and yoga instruction. This position will include in person classes during the Fall 2026 and Winter 2027 semesters. Here are the potential courses :

• PA1560 Movement Foundations in Yoga and Fitness
• PE1100 Personal Health and Wellness
• PE1210 Introduction to Personal Physical Fitness
• PF1980 Leadership in Resistance Training
• PF2920 Certified Personal Trainer Exercise Prescription

This is a part-time sessional (leave replacement) position from August 15, 2026 to April 30, 2027. There may also be the opportunity to teach a part-time sessional course for the Spring 2027 session from approximately May 1, 2027 to June 30, 2027. Please note that instruction will be in-person and this is not a remote position.

To learn more about the Academic Staff, please click here : Please contact Human Resources for further information regarding the appointment type if you have any additional enquiries.

What We Offer

Finding your fit in one of our specialized schools or departments means a bright future with competitive compensation, attractive benefits packages, reliable networks, high quality of life, and unparalleled learning community experiences. If you are looking to transform the post-secondary landscape with polytechnic education, research, and partnerships, Northwestern Polytechnic is your employer of choice.