Temporary Instructor, Automotive Service Technology

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

Please Note: This is a temporary position ending on or before June 30, 2025, with the possibility of extension.

Please Note: This posting will be used to fill multiple positions.

NAIT's Automotive Service Technician Program prepares students to diagnose problems, repair engines, use computer management systems, and adjust vehicles to operate for peak performance. The program will support students to work on cars, trucks, and other vehicles performing repairs, conducting preventative maintenance, and diagnosing faulty systems.

Automotive Service Technician program is currently recruiting for a continuous instructor who is an energetic leader, committed to student success, and has outstanding communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.

The successful candidate will:

• Have strong technical knowledge in Automotive Service;

• be able to work both independently and within a team environment;

• bring passion, enthusiasm, and ideas that will positively contribute to the advancement and growth of the program and the culture of our collaborative and dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and present learning outcomes and activities in a classroom, laboratory and industry setting

• Participate in curriculum development, program reviews and course reviews

• Facilitate the learning process by utilizing instructional strategies that ensure efficient and effective delivery of course materials

• Manage instructional delivery and set the tone and climate for a safe and effective learning environment

• Create assessment tools to evaluate the learning process and maintain progress records

• Provide early and on-going coaching and tutoring for students to maximize student success

• Respond to student issues

• Utilize appropriate educational technology for presentations, communications and program promotions

• Maintenance and/or submission of program/student records accurately and promptly

• Maintain professional and ethical relationships with students, colleagues, and industry partners

• Actively participate in the strategies of NAIT 2021+, NAIT's Strategic Plan and NAIT's Academic Plan as identified by the institute

• Utilize regular student feedback to identify and implement instructional improvement

• Improve the quality of instruction through professional development activities

• Other duties as assigned

Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal Skills

• Strong desire to help students succeed

• Excellent communication skills

• Knowledge of computers

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma

• Completion of Automotive Service Technician Alberta Journeyperson certificate or provincial equivalent including Inter-Provincial Red Seal

• Minimum 8 years recent industry experience after completion of Journeyperson ticket

• Teaching experience an asset

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: Will commensurate with education and experience, plus 18.5% in lieu of stat. holiday pay and vacation pay.

Instructor salary grid $34.48 - $59.98 per hour. However, starting salary for new hires averages between $41.77 - $45.41 per hour normally 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 13 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.

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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