City : Edmonton

Category : Contract Continuing Education

Industry : Education

Employer : Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)

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

NAIT’s Department of Continuing Education is seeking Contract Instructors to teach Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) and Medical First Responder (MFR) courses.  These contracts will provide instruction to students in upcoming EMR and MFR classes.  Contract Instructors must be flexible, resourceful, innovative and passionate about teaching adults of all ages and backgrounds. 

The term of these contracts will vary in length of time and duration and are negotiable.  Most delivery is in 4 hour blocks Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings between 5:30 PM to 10:15 PM at NAIT’s main campus however some weekend contracts are also available.

Contract Instruction Deliverables:

• Provide classroom and lab instruction in the following key areas: Heart and Stroke Standard First Aid, BLS, ITLS and related pre-hospital care courses
• Facilitate the learning process by utilizing instructional strategies than ensure efficient and effective delivery of course materials
• Utilize appropriate educational technology for communications and presentations
• Maintain professional ethical relationships with students and colleagues; respond professionally to student issues and concerns
• Maintain student attendance and other documentation as required

Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Exposure to practice setting safety requirements
• Excellent classroom management and instructional skills
• Previous experience delivering adult students preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• ITLS certification or interest to pursue considered an asset

Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Exposure to practice setting safety requirements
• Excellent classroom management and instructional skills
• Previous experience delivering adult students preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• ITLS certification or interest to pursue considered an asset

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).

For those individuals who have held previous contracts with NAIT, please ensure that you re-submit your expression of interest through this process for further consideration.

Thank you for your application; only those selected for an interview or to move on to the next step in the contracting process will be contacted

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

About NAIT

We are known as one of Alberta’s top employers. 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 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. 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 careers@nait.ca. 

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