Temporary Instructor, Court Transcription and Captioning & Court Reporting Programs

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 part time (0.75 FTE) position ending on or before August 31, 2025 with the possibility of extension.

The School of Media and Innovation Sciences invites applications for a part-time position in the Court Transcription Certificate and Captioning & Court Reporting Diploma Programs. As an active member of the team, the Instructor is responsible for preparing for and delivering course curriculum for the program in a holistically engaging and inclusive environment.

Areas of focus for potential candidates would be enhancing student skills specifically in:

• Machine Shorthand Development

• Reporting Procedures

• Transcript Production including proficiency in Case CATalyst software

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct classroom/lab instruction while utilizing appropriate instructional strategies to maximize student motivation and learning in a skill-building environment.

• Assist in designing, developing, selecting and revising course curriculum and materials on a continuous basis, using the Institute prescribed process.

• Evaluate the learning process: Ensure learning is evaluated in a reliable and timely manner, providing appropriate and timely feedback to students; Submit marks/records promptly.

• Provide coaching or referral for students who are experiencing difficulties in order to maximize retention and student success.

• Use the institute-approved process to regularly solicit feedback on instruction from students and use the results to improve instructional delivery.

• In accordance with a designated framework, utilize appropriate educational technology for communications, presentations, and program promotion.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Relevant academic degree and/or diploma.

• Industry experience in the area of court transcription, court reporting, and/or captioning.

• Current Certified Shorthand Reporter designation in the Alberta Shorthand Reporters Association.

• Previous curriculum development or delivery would be 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 annual vacation and statutory holidays. (Classification - Instructor).

Instructor salary grid $34.60 - $60.19 per hour. However, starting salary for new hires averages between $41.91 - $45.56 per hour, based on education and experience with room for negotiations.

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.

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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