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Difference Makers. If we were to describe what NorQuest College is, we’d say these two words. We are so fundamentally driven in our mission to make a difference to our students, our community, and to our fellow NorQuesters, that it guides what we do, who we meet, and where we are headed.
EMPLOYABILITY INSTRUCTOR – INDTECH!
INDIGENOUS RELATIONS & SUPPORT
NorQuesters are difference makers and we’re searching for someone dedicated to making a difference to join our Indigenous Relations & Support team as an Employability Instructor for our IndTech! Program.
IndTech! is an exciting new program helping to support Indigenous youth aged 18-30 to gain meaningful skills and transition from employability to employment in the technology industry.
Reporting to the YESS Indigenous Project Manager, the IndTech! Employability Instructor contributes to the success of the IndTech! Project by delivering instruction and supporting development of curriculum in employability skills, teamwork and collaboration, digital productivity, professionalism, work-life balance, giving and receiving feedback, continuous learning, and professional development.
HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE:
- Prepare and facilitate the delivery of classroom materials and other materials as required for online and in-person classrooms.
- Develop appropriate learning activities and teaching plans for each teaching assignment.
- Document participant attendance, participation, and academic progress and share this information with internal stakeholders.
- Answer participant questions and provide individual feedback as required.
- Manage the classroom and activities to provide an optimum learning environment for participants.
- Work 1-on-1 with participants that need extra support to facilitate student success.
- Provide feedback on curriculum content to Instructional Designer to apply for future cohorts.
- Identify areas for program improvement, especially for participant experience and workplace preparedness.
WHAT YOU BRING:
- Undergraduate degree in a related field (education, human resources, management, and other), Master’s Degree preferred.
- Alberta Teaching Certificate would be an asset.
- Experience instructing in a post-secondary environment, virtual instruction experience would be an asset.
WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?
As a difference maker you bring:
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to teach individuals at different skill levels.
- Ability to establish and maintain an interactive learning environment with opportunities for skill demonstration.
- Ability to evaluate participant performance and conduct authentic assessments.
- Skills in conflict resolution and problem solving.
- Ability to develop different classroom strategies to keep learners engaged.
- Experience delivering culturally responsive pedagogy to meet the learning needs of Indigenous peoples and can work safely and respectfully alongside Indigenous peoples.
- Passionate about teaching employability skills to Indigenous learners.
- Ability to work cooperatively as member of team to meet goals and objectives.
- Flexible and willing to assist project with emerging needs within scope such as instructor coverage, supporting additional curriculum development as needed and in discussions with manager, supporting student orientation efforts, etc.
- Patience and understanding when supporting participants.
- Professionalism and flexibility required when supporting participants.
- Basic skills in Microsoft Office products is required.
SALARY: This is a Faculty role therefore the pay range is quite large, the Faculty Association agreement outlines how pay is determined. Plus 11.2% in lieu of vacation. This is a casual opportunity for around 20 hours/week starting mid-December to March 10, 2023 with the possibility of extension.
COMPETITION NUMBER: 2022-3758
CLOSING DATE: November 21, 2022 at 11:59 PM MST
Apply to become a NorQuester: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.
Psst: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.
Difference Makers. If we were to describe what NorQuest College is, we’d say these two words. We are so fundamentally driven in our mission to make a difference to our students, our community, and to our fellow NorQuesters, that it guides what we do, who we meet, and where we are headed.
So how do we make differences?
We empower NorQuesters. When it comes to working, it’s up to you to decide where (on campus or from another location) and how you work. NorQuesters are expected to embody our Qs—lead from where you are, be dependable, find ways forward—to name a few, but how you do that is your choice!
We unlock potential. Whether its newcomers to Canada who want to improve their English, students who want to complete their academic upgrading, learners pursuing post-secondary education, or anyone who wishes to strengthen their skills through professional development, our passion to educate touches people of all levels and all backgrounds.
We strengthen Alberta. From our graduates who hit the ground running, to our partnerships with government, industry, and business, to our commitment to communities, including a dedicated focus on Indigenous communities, we contribute to our province and make it stronger. We strive to be an employer of choice for First Nations, Metis and Inuit people in Canada by leading, supporting, and being an ally through our work toward decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.
And that’s a snapshot of how we are Difference Makers. But there’s so much more to us and we invite you to explore further!
