Construction Technology Instructor

Mission

The Calgary Board of Education (CBE) is the largest school board in western Canada with over 140,000 students and 16,000 employees. Our mission: Each student, in keeping with their individual abilities and gifts, will complete high school with a foundation of learning necessary to thrive in life, work and continued learning. We pride ourselves in the values we hold. Students come first. Learning is our central purpose. Public education serves the common good. The CBE encourages an inclusive and equitable workplace, which supports our diverse student and employee community. We encourage all applicants to join our dynamic, diverse, and collaborative culture and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

When you apply to the CBE, you can feel good about serving our future leaders and contributing to student success.

Support Staff Temporary Roster

CBE Human Resources manages a roster of contingent casual on-call workers who are engaged to temporarily replace staff absences and to work on short-term projects. Work assignments may be scheduled in advance or the morning of the assignment. Roster staff enjoys the flexibility of working in schools and departments full-time or part-time with a minimum commitment of two days availability per week. If you are looking to work casually or if you would like to gain experience to move into a regular position, the Support Staff Temporary Roster may be the opportunity you are looking for.

Under the authority of a teacher, the purpose of this job is to act as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide curriculum support, instruction and supervision in the Construction Technology Program focused on framing, furniture making and cabinetry:

• Instructing within the Construction Technology Program.
• Providing effective assistance, modelling, guidance and support to students in the program;
• Assisting the teacher in maintaining a positive and safe environment;
• Working under the direction of the teacher to provide effective and consistent services in compliance with established quality and safety standards;
• Contributing towards the effective provision of construction technology education in a professional manner;
• Building and maintaining professional, supportive and enthusiastic commitment to students;
• Interacting positively with students in the school program by modelling and encouraging appropriate and positive behaviour;
• Contributing towards an effective positive learning environment within the school community;
• Demonstrating teamwork to contribute towards and maintain positive work relationships.
• Communicating effectively with others, and
• Maintaining a strict level of confidentiality pertaining to CBE issues and matters.

By joining the CBE as a temporary Construction Technology Instructor you will enjoy:

• A great work environment with an organization that makes a difference in the lives of students every day;
• Grade F: $30.01 - $39.38 per hour to start plus 6% vacation pay;
• Opportunities to advance your career.

Position Description

Major Responsibilities

• In cooperation with the teacher, allocates tasks to students ensuring that students are assigned to all aspects of the Construction Technology Program. Monitors student proficiency. Serves as a resource to students demonstrating and reinforcing proper skills and techniques as well as interpretation of theory.
• Provide orientation of students to procedures, workflow and operation of tools in a shop atmosphere. Demonstrates techniques or the use of products or equipment to students, emphasizing safe practice and procedure. Coaches and mentors students in collaboration with the teacher in a team environment. Records results of work assignments.
• Provides observations on student achievement, competence and attitude to the teacher and student as required and appropriate.
• Assists the teacher in ensuring that students follow procedures related to safety and cleanliness at all times.
• In conjunction with the teacher, produces, develops and prepares instructional materials. Organizes and compiles information for classroom use. Manufactures and/or assists in the manufacturing of teaching aids as required.
• Orders supplies, products and materials to ensure smooth operation of services and student instruction on a routine basis. Obtains authorization for purchases out of the norm. Maintains an accurate inventory and record of supplies for use and customer service.
• Supervises students writing exams as required.
• Serves as a resource to the program, contributing ideas or expertise as necessary. Assists teacher in developing new methods and procedures for instruction to increase student learning and to better configure classroom requirements.
• Interacts in a positive and productive manner with students, staff, clients, general public and external suppliers to effectively communicate and build rapport to contribute towards a collaborative learning environment.
• Performs routine maintenance of equipment and tools used in the program, according to pre-determined schedules or as required. Ensures equipment and tools are properly and safely cleaned and stored.
• Assist in identifying student development opportunities and workshops.
• Remains current with industry changes, advancements and developments in the field.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the purpose and accountability of the role.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary journeyperson certificate in a construction trade plus three years related experience
• High School Diploma or G.E.D is preferred
• An equivalent combination of related education and related experience may be considered.
• Certification in Standard First Aid is required.
• Must maintain certification and adhere to industry and safety standards.
• Experience in working with students is preferred
• Knowledge of sub-trades used in construction and specific skills utilized in those sub-trades
• Demonstrated basic record-keeping skills to maintain cash records and to complete and track work orders.

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies

• The ability to promote and contribute to the objectives of the Construction Technology Program.
• Must be able to successfully establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• The ability to work effectively as a team member in cooperation with other school personnel is necessary.
• Must have the ability to establish trust and rapport with students and to exercise flexibility in undertaking a variety of assignments.
• Ability to work independently.
• Well-developed organizational and problem solving skills are necessary.
• Personal suitability.
• Note: This position requires standing, lifting, bending and/or stretching.

Conditions of Employment

Police Information Clearance: Applicants new to the Calgary Board of Education WHO ARE OFFERED EMPLOYMENT must complete and pass a police information clearance before employment is confirmed.

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