Continuing Education Instructor

Grande Prairie Regional College; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Strong learning community

Job summary

Northwestern Polytechnic (Grande Prairie) is seeking enthusiastic, knowledgeable instructors to join our Continuing Education team. Help deliver meaningful learning experiences to adult learners in a variety of subject areas, including Office Administration, Business, IT, HR, and more.

Ideal candidates bring subject-area expertise, enjoy coaching adults, and communicate effectively. Proficiency in MS Office and strong organizational skills are essential; an entrepreneurial mindset and the

Qualifications

• Subject area expertise in the instructor's field
• Ability to coach adult learners effectively
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage priorities
• Entrepreneurial mindset and willingness to create opportunities
• Ability to build authentic relationships with students and colleagues
• Strong sense of integrity, professionalism, and accountability

Skills

Subject area expertise

Coaching adult learners

Communication skills

MS Office

Organizational skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Relationship building

Integrity & professionalism

Education

Diploma

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

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Job Title

Continuing Education Instructor

Mid-Level

Education

Diploma

Category

Continuing Education

Job Type

Other-Non Credit Instructor (924)

Job Description

True North

As the largestpost-secondary institution in northern Alberta, Northwestern Polytechnic is a natural point of convergence for knowledge, skills, creativity, and collaboration.Striving to spark and empower success, NWP’smission is geared towards both individual and collective progress. NWP offersa wide variety of engaging and in-demand academic programs in certificates, diplomas, apprenticeships and degrees. We exist wholeheartedly for the domestic and international students who call our campuses home, the distinctive communities and industries we serve, and the staff and faculty who honour us with their expertise and insights every day. While our potential as one of Alberta’s newest polytechnics is ever-growing,we recognize the importance of having authentic and highly effective contributors by our side. We are currently recruiting individuals who are inspired by opportunity, driven by results, and aligned to NWP’s core values of being responsive, innovative, and connected.

The Role

At NorthwesternPolytechnic (NWP), we believe learning happens best whenit’sled by people who genuinely love what they do.We’relooking for enthusiastic, knowledgeable instructors to join our growing team and help bring meaningful learning experiences to our community in Grande Prairie.

We’realways on the lookout for passionate instructors across a wide range of subject areas, including:

• Office Administration
• Business & Management
• Computer Programs and Software
• Human Resources
• Sales and Marketing
• Customer Service
• Personal & Professional Development
• General Interest Areas

What We Offer

Finding your fit in one of our specialized schools or departments means a bright future with competitive compensation, attractive benefits packages, reliable networks, high quality of life, and unparalleled learning community experiences. If you are looking to transform the post-secondary landscape with polytechnic education, research, and partnerships, Northwestern Polytechnic is your employer of choice.

Job Requirements

You’resomeone who knows your field inside and out - and you have a natural ability to connect with people and make learning feel accessible and engaging. You bring energy to the room and meet learners where they are.

You’llthrive in this role if you have:

• Professional experience or qualifications in your subject area
• A genuine enjoyment of working with and coaching adult learners
• Strong communicationand interpersonal skills -you’reeasy to talk to and easy to learn from
• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Great organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• An entrepreneurial mindset -you’renot afraid to trynew approachesor create new opportunities
• The ability to build authentic relationships with students and colleagues
• A strong senseof integrity, professionalism, and accountability

Appointment Date From:

7/13/2026

Appointment Date To:

Salary Grade

Organizational Unit

Northwestern Polytechnic -> Contiuing Education -> Continuing Education