Continuous Instructor, JR Shaw School of Business at NAIT

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The JR Shaw School of Business is expanding its dynamic team and seeking dedicated professionals to help shape the future of business education. We are looking for innovative and passionate educators, as well as industry experts, who are committed to fostering a supportive learning environment and preparing the next generation of business leaders to thrive in a rapidly evolving competitive landscape.

We are currently recruiting for a Continuous Instructor who is dedicated to instructional excellence, student success, and the ongoing advancement of our programs. Reporting to the Program Chair, this is an academic position will primarily involve teaching courses within the Management program covering the areas of leadership, organizational theory and design, public administration, and/or indigenous studies.

The successful candidate will demonstrate expert knowledge and skills in their area of specialization, along with current professional experience in the management field. While prior teaching experience is considered an asset, NAIT offers exceptional support and resources for those new to instruction. Excellence in teaching and learning is fundamental to achieving NAIT’s mission and upholding our commitment to Alberta, industry, students, and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Instruct assigned courses using case-based learning, problem-based learning, technology-supported learning, and other instructional and assessment strategies.
• Provide qualitative and quantitative feedback to students on a variety of authentic assessments.
• Inspire students to become business and community leaders.
• Leverage industry expertise to develop and deliver curriculum as part of a subject area team.
• Incorporate emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, to enhance teach effectiveness, curriculum relevance, and student engagement.
• Follow and adhere to NAIT policies, procedures and academic regulations.
• Non-teaching professional administrative duties such as course coordination, assessing transfer credits and contact with current/potential students.
• Contribute to program and school efforts, including program curriculum review and renewal, participation at meetings or town halls, support for recruitment and marketing events, and generally helping to build a high-functioning team founded upon collaboration and respect.
• Research and build communities of professional practice.
• Engage in scholarly activity that involves the intentional creation, integration and dissemination of knowledge that is subject to polytechnic peer review.
• Liaise with business and community stakeholders.
• Promote the program to prospective students and other stakeholders.
• Support the school by engaging in institutional service as required

Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrate a desire to contribute to NAIT and the JR Shaw School of Business.
• Excellent instructional skills with a commitment to teaching undergraduate students through a variety of delivery modes.
• Passion for teaching and dedication to student engagement and success.
• Well-developed communication, interpersonal, organizational and classroom management skills.
• Commitment to scholarly activity, applied research and innovation.
• Collaborative team player who values collegiality, respect, and continuous improvement.
• Proficient in MS Office and learning management systems, with the ability to adapt to new educational technologies and integrate AI responsibly to enhance teaching and learning.
• Dedicated to life-long learning and NAIT’s Values of Creativity, Collaboration, Accountability, Celebration and Respect.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in educational practice and curriculum design.

Qualifications:

• Related Doctoral or Master’s degree with considerable related industry experience is required. A combination of academic credentials and discipline-specific professional certifications will also be considered.
• Previous instruction and/or curriculum development experience at the post-secondary level may be an asset.
• Demonstrated expertise in leadership, organizational theory and design, public administration, and/or indigenous studies with the ability to connect theory to practice in real-world business contexts.
• Comprehensive understanding of current and emerging trends in management, including approaches that advance organizational effectiveness, leadership, reconciliation and inclusive organizational development.

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

Remuneration: Will commensurate with education and experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package. Instructor salary grid $65,218.00 - $113,452.00 annually. However, starting salary for new hires averages between $78,998.00 - $85,889.00 annually based on education and experience with room for negotiations. (Classification – Instructor).

This position is 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 14 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.

People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. We offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, we offer paid time off between Christmas and New Year's.

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 a safe environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Centre for Community and Belonging (CCB) and 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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