Casual Instructor, Materials Engineering Technology

NAIT International; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 149,000 - 163,000; Part time

Job summary

NAIT is seeking a casual Instructor to deliver lectures and demonstration labs to 3rd Year Apprentice Welders. You will cover metallurgy theory, heat treatment, destructive and non-destructive testing concepts, and related lab work in a postsecondary setting.

Responsibilities include preparing outcomes, organizing tasks, facilitating learning, and providing feedback to support student success in a collaborative environment. Lectures may require classroom and lab delivery within Canada.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to motivate diverse learners.
• Commitment to student success and achievement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, suitable for instructional and advisory settings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present learning outcomes in classroom and lab settings.
• Organize and supervise practical assignments and demonstrations.
• Facilitate learning using effective instructional strategies and educational technology.
• Maintain a safe learning environment and monitor student conduct.
• Evaluate learning progress and provide feedback to students.
• Address student issues and support their academic growth.
• Utilize educational tech for presentations and program promotion.
• Maintain professional relationships with students and colleagues.
• Incorporate regular student feedback to improve instruction.
• Deliver lectures and labs for 3rd Year Apprentice Welders on metallurgy and testing concepts.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Student motivation

Communication

Educational technology

Education

Materials Engineering Degree or Diploma

Job description

Ready to start your next chapter with NAIT? At NAIT, we're passionate about building a team of talented, dedicated professionals who share our commitment to excellence and innovation. Your skills and experience can shape the future of education and make a real impact in our community.

Please Note: This is a casual position from November 1, 2026 until December 23, 2026.

The successful candidate will be an energetic, empathetic, and student focused instructor with a demonstrated commitment to motivating learners and supporting academic achievement. They will bring strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, along with proven experience delivering adult education in a postsecondary or skills-based learning environment. Proficiency with a variety of computer programs and systems, as well as the ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively, is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and present learning outcomes and activities in classroom and laboratory settings
• Organize and supervise practical assignments
• 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
• Evaluate the learning process and provide meaningful feedback to students
• Respond to student issues
• Utilize appropriate educational technology for presentations, communications, and program promotions
• Maintain professional and ethical relationships with students and colleagues
• Utilize regular student feedback to identify and implement instructional improvement

This position will specifically need to be able to provide lectures and demonstration labs to 3rd Year Apprentice Welders; Including: Theory of basic metallurgy and heat treatment of steel Destructive Testing theory and demonstrations (hardness testing, tensile testing, Charpy impact testing, creep and fatigue testing, etc.) Non-Destructive Testing theory and demonstrations (Radiography, Ultrasonic Testing, Liquid Penetrant Inspection and Magnetic Particle Inspection)

Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive, respectful relationships with diverse learners and colleagues
• A strong commitment to student success, including motivating learners and supporting academic achievement
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, suitable for instructional, advisory, and collaborative settings
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and related educational technologies
• Technical ability to teach and demonstrate the topics above

Qualifications

• Materials Engineering Degree or Materials Engineering Technology Diploma, or equivalent engineering/engineering technologist level program
• Minimum 5 years experience in related industries would be an asset
• CGSB or ASNT NDT certifications would be 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).

Remuneration $108.18/scheduled instruction hour

Classification - Instructor A This position is covered by the NAIT Academic Staff Association (NASA) Collective Agreement.

NAIT is committed to a transparent, fair, and human-centered hiring experience. All candidates are assessed directly by our recruitment and hiring teams.

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. People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. For eligible positions, 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, eligible employees receive 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 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.

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