Casual Instructor, Geoscience Technology Program

In order to ensure your application is received by NAIT for thorough review and consideration, please apply directly through our Careers site at www.nait.ca/careers

Please Note: This is a casual assignment ending on or before April 25, 2025 with the possibility of extension.

Please Note: Candidates selected for an interview may be required to do a teaching demonstration (5-8 minutes) on a topic covered in the program.

As NAIT continues to grow its student body and lead the way in hands-on learning, we are recruiting skilled and passionate individuals to help inspire and train current and future geoscience technologist and become part of Canada’s leading polytechnic. The Geoscience Technology program is designed to prepare students with a diverse education and hands on training in the field of earth and environmental sciences. The Geoscience Technology program has an opening for a temporary part-time instructor.

The successful candidate will be an energetic and empathetic leader of students with a commitment to student motivation and achievement utilizing their outstanding communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. Experience delivering adult education will be a strong asset. A comfort level with various computer programs and systems as well as the ability to work both independently and as part of a team will be critical to success. The successful candidate should have a background in geology or geoscience with experience in petrology and/ or environmental law and ethics. Responsibilities include curriculum development and delivery, evaluation and maintenance of student progress and records as well as student support and program operational activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and present learning outcomes and activities in classroom and laboratory settings

• Organizing and supervising practical assignments

• Facilitate the learning process by utilizing instructional strategies that ensure efficient and effective delivery of course materials

• Manage instructional delivery and set the tone and climate for a safe and effective learning environment

• Evaluate the learning process and provide meaningful feedback to students

• Respond to student issues

• Utilize appropriate educational technology for presentations, communications, and program promotions

• Maintain professional and ethical relationships with students and colleagues

• Actively participate in the strategies of NAIT’s Academic Model as identified by the institute

• Utilize regular student feedback to identify and implement instructional improvement

• Improve the quality of instruction through professional development activities

• Participate in course reviews, program reviews and curriculum development

• Maintain contact with relevant industries

Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• A strong desire to help students succeed

• Excellent communication skills

• Desire to utilize simulator-based training aids

Qualifications:

• A technology diploma or degree in Geology or Geoscience-related program with industry experience is required

• Experience in consultation processes, interpretation and application of environmental legislation and protection applicable to industrial application at municipal, provincial and federal levels

• Experience in the identification and classification, occurrence and origin of igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks using hand specimens and thin sections

• Post-secondary teaching is considered an asset

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS).

Remuneration: $99/Scheduled Instruction Hour. (Classification – Instructor Casual Credit).

All casual instructor assignments are covered by the NAIT Academic Staff Association (NASA) Collective Agreement.

Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.

About NAIT

We are proud to have been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 13 consecutive years. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.

NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.

NAIT is committed to fostering an environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any accommodations, please connect with us at [email protected].

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