Basic Skills’ Education Workshop Teacher/Instructor, Dorchester Penitentiary

New Brunswick Community College; Dorchester; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community college located in Dorchester, NB is seeking a Basic Skills' Education Workshop Teacher/Instructor. The role involves delivering individualized instruction, fostering employability skills, and providing hands-on training in basic trades. Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Education Degree or related qualifications and possess excellent communication skills. This is a casual position with a competitive hourly wage and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Must have valid WHMIS and Basic First Aid training.
• Experience with adult education and correctional facilities is highly valued.
• At least one year of related, recent work experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized instruction and adapt teaching strategies.
• Teach employability skills and foster self-confidence.
• Provide hands-on training in basic tool use.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills in English

Ability to adapt teaching strategies

Education

Bachelor of Education Degree or Teacher's College Diploma

Valid New Brunswick Teacher's Certificate

Diploma in Carpentry (Red Seal)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) is committed to transforming lives and communities. The College is currently seeking a dynamic and competent individual for the position of Basic Skills' Education Workshop Teacher/Instructor at Dorchester Penitentiary. When you work at NBCC, you are a valued team member and a part of a community of leaders who are driven by learning excellence and social and economic development.

Location: Dorchester, NB

Employment Type: Casual

Salary Range: $33.85 to $52.08 per hour, based on experience and level of post-secondary education.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor of Education Degree (OR) a Teacher's College Diploma AND a valid New Brunswick Teacher's Certificate AND a Diploma in Carpentry (Red Seal) OR Diploma in Carpentry (Red Seal) AND an Adult Education Certificate.
• Must have valid WHMIS and Basic First Aid training.
• Preference may be given to candidates with at least one (1) year of related, recent work experience.
• Preference may be given to candidates who have experience working in a post-secondary environment.
• Successful candidates will be required to undergo a criminal background check.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, bilingual would be considered an asset.

Professional Skills:

• Highly flexible with excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to navigate and build relationships effectively throughout the organization.
• Experience with adult education and correctional facilities is highly valued.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, analytical ability, and innovative thinking.
• Self-motivated, service and results oriented.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and within a team.
• A desire for continuous learning and growth.

Subject to the competition response, the minimum qualifications may be raised.

Candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet these qualifications on their resumes.

Responsibilities

As part of the School of Professional and Part-time Learning, collaborating with and reporting to the Business Development Operations Manager, you are responsible for:

• Delivering individualized instruction and adapting teaching strategies to meet diverse academic needs.
• Teaching employability skills and fostering self-confidence through realistic, measurable goals.
• Supporting students in recognizing their abilities and limitations to promote safe learning practices.
• Providing hands-on training in basic tool use and entry-level trades (e.g., woodwork, bicycle repair).
• Creating a dynamic workshop environment that encourages personal growth and barrier reduction.
• Maintaining strict inventory control and enforcing security protocols for tools, materials, and assets.
• Collaborating with case management teams, CSC staff, and community organizations on program delivery.
• Conducting safety checks, submitting observation reports, and upholding health and security standards.
• Supervising student tutors and cleaners, ensuring compliance with CSC program guidelines.
• Promoting cultural awareness through visual displays and presentations aligned with significant dates/months.
• Building and sustaining professional relationships with students, colleagues, community partners, and stakeholders, as well as other related duties.

Benefits

• A culture that is focused on nurturing a sense of belonging for all employees.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• NBCC supports the wellbeing of its employees. We provide free access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).

This position is a unionized position where the terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NBUPPE - Education (Instructional) collective agreement for the College.

All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada at the time of application. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

The New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) is committed to being flexible in its operations and to the wellbeing of its employees. This includes considering reasonable requests for alternative work arrangements, when feasible, to meet the changing needs of the College and its students. In order to ensure our student needs are met, flexible work arrangements cannot extend beyond the New Brunswick border. NBCC employees must be living in a location that is a reasonable distance from one of our seven work locations around the Province.

We promote an equal opportunity work environment.

All interested candidates are invited to submit a detailed application, with a resume, online by October 28, 2025. All applications will be acknowledged upon receipt.