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Course Instructor | Compensation and Benefits

Teaching Opportunity

The School of Continuing Studies (SCS) is recruiting an instructor with a passion for teaching, academic knowledge, and industry experience to facilitate Compensation and Benefits, one of nine online synchronous courses offered in the Diploma in Human Resources Management program.

Position Description

We are seeking an instructor to develop and facilitate the Compensation and Benefits course during the Summer 2026 semester (April 15 to June 24).

The course environment is hosted on the University of Guelph online learning management system (D2L Brightspace) to support communication and access to learning materials. Instructional sessions and student engagement are facilitated live over ten (10) weeks using MS Teams. Live classes are scheduled to run on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 9:30 PM, with the first class on April 15, 2026.

As an SCS instructor, you support student learning, develop course content including resources, learning activities, and assessments, and provide meaningful student feedback in alignment with provided learning outcomes.

Course Details

Description

This course allows learners to examine the processes, issues and techniques involved in developing and administering a compensation system. Students will also explore the theoretical and applied aspects of the compensation function, the link between this function and the organizational management process, and the compensation system design necessary to attract, retain, and motivate the required workforce.

This course is well suited for those working towards a University of Guelph Diploma in Human Resources Management, Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation, PMCP, and people working in or who wish to work in human resources or payroll.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:

  • Develop an understanding of the strategic framework of compensation
  • Explore the behavioural framework for compensation
  • Review the components of compensation including performance pay choices and how to formulate a reward and compensation strategy
  • Review the job evaluation process
  • Describe the Pay Equity Act and related processes, and develop a pay equity compliant compensation system
  • Evaluate the labour market by analyzing data from compensation surveys and labour supply
  • Review the performance management process and calculate performance pay
  • Design and develop performance pay plans
  • Design and develop indirect pay plans
  • Implement and maintain an effective compensation system

Topics

  • Strategic & Behavioural Frameworks for Compensation
  • Components of a Compensation Strategy
  • Performance Pay Choices, Formulating the Reward & Compensation System
  • Pay Equity Regulations, Employment Equity, Evaluating Jobs
  • The Point Method of Job Evaluation
  • Evaluating the Market
  • Evaluating Individuals / Performance Assessments
  • Designing Performance Pay Plans & Indirect Pay Plans (Benefits)
  • Activating and Maintaining an Effective Compensation System

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities as course instructor include:

  • Developing a course structure including all curricular and assessment elements
  • Preparing a course outline, and assessment structure with rubrics as per the standards and requirements of the department
  • Developing and updating learning activities—including quizzes, exercises, case studies, and discussion activities that reinforce learning, in consultation with SCS staff
  • Working collaboratively with SCS staff according to established timelines
  • Responding to SCS staff in a timely manner (24-48 hours) to support course administration
  • Selecting, preparing and identifying course content including but not limited to: reading lists, materials list, slides, visuals, and activities in alignment with course learning outcomes
  • Facilitating the course online based on a set schedule
  • Creating a supportive and engaging online community that fosters student learning
  • Sharing real-world experiences and providing examples that demonstrate your expertise in the topic area and meet the needs of the learners
  • Utilizing the online learning management system as part of course facilitation
  • Responding to and supporting students in a timely manner (24-48 hours)
  • Participating in meetings, orientations and training, as requested to support course administration and instructor orientation
  • Grading all assessments following the rubric/grading criteria and providing appropriate feedback on submitted work
  • Providing student feedback in a timely manner throughout the semester with final grades being completed no later than 10 days after the course end date
  • Participating in re-reading or re-grading assessments, attending appeals, and participating in cases of academic misconduct, which may occur after the end date of the course, as required
  • Sustaining a practice of file management and compliance with University of Guelph policies and procedures to maintain a safe, engaging and supportive learning and working environment

Qualifications and Requirements

The following qualifications are required for this position:

  • A university degree from an accredited institution with expertise in the subject area; HRPA designation is considered an asset.
  • A minimum of five years’ work experience in human resources, compensation and benefit activities, and training in a diverse range of organizations and contexts
  • Exceptional written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with students in class and online
  • Experience in developing course curriculum, training or facilitating
  • Teaching experience an online synchronous learning environment—you show a dedication to teaching and learning, and are committed to quality teaching, delivering courses and student support
  • Excellent ability to manage projects and due dates, and meet timelines
  • Excellent ability to balance competing priorities
  • Strong computer technology skills and the ability to learn new software, and computer systems
  • Excellent management skills in MS Teams, MS PowerPoint, and MS Word; previous experience utilizing the D2L Brightspace platform or other learning management software is an asset.
  • Access to the internet and computer technology to participate in live synchronous delivery and the course online learning management system

To Apply

If you are interested in this position, please respond by sending a resume/CV with a cover letter that outlines your education and experience, how you meet the stated qualifications, and why you want to teach this online continuing education course.

Resumes must be submitted to:

Nidia Cerna, Manager, Program Development, School of Continuing Studies
Email: cernan@uoguelph.ca

Instructor Fee: Variable $3,000 - $3,750 CA (determined based on qualifications, base instructor compensation + size of student cohort). More details will be provided during interviews.