Casual Instructor, Gasfitter Apprenticeship Program

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Please Note: This is a temporary position ending on or before February 28, 2025 with the possibility of extension.

The School of Construction and Building Sciences is seeking a change oriented, team player to fill the role of temporary instructor in the Gasfitter apprenticeship program. The NAIT Gasfitter apprenticeship program is a 3-period apprenticeship program providing exposure to new trends and technologies. The program prepares students to size, install, test, adjust and service natural gas and propane equipment ranging from residential furnaces to industrial boilers.

The Gasfitter apprenticeship program is seeking a temporary instructor to deliver a variety of program content on a course-by-course basis. Additional information about the courses offered can be found at Gasfitter Apprenticeship program. Upon review of the courses offered in the program, if you see some alignment with your knowledge, skills, abilities, and passion, we would like to hear from you. Please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your areas of interest and related background.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and present classes to students in a variety of modalities.

• Prepare, administer, and grade all course materials.

• Organize and supervise practical assignments.

• 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.

• Maintain regular contact with relevant industries and program related organizations.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Able to work both independently and within a team environment.

• Strong desire to help students succeed.

• Strong knowledge of computers and accessories.

Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal Skills

• Strong desire to help students succeed

• Troubleshooting experience considered

• Excellent communication skills

• Knowledge of computers and accessories

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma

• Completion of Gasfitter A or B Alberta Journeyperson certificate or provincial equivalent.

• Inter-Provincial Red Seal preferred.

• Minimum 5 years recent industry experience after completion of Journeyperson certificate or provincial equivalent.

• Troubleshooting experience considered an asset.

• Additional relevant post-secondary education and/or professional development training as an asset.

• Teaching experience preferred

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: $99.00 per instructional hour. (Classification - Contract Instructor A).

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

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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 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 careers@nait.ca.

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