Contract Facilitator - AI For Financial Statement Analysis, Continuing Education

NAIT (Northern Alberta Institute of Technology); Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Work-life balance

Paid time off between Christmas and NY

Job summary

NAIT’s Department of Continuing Education is seeking contract instructors to teach Financial Statement Analysis using AI to open enrolment students and corporate clients. Weekday daytime and evening availability is required, with some weekend work possible.

A background in financial management and prior teaching experience is highly desirable. Candidates should be proficient with Microsoft Office and AI tools such as Microsoft 365 Copilot, and able to engage adult learners both in-person and

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• CPA certification is a plus.
• Proven track record in financial management.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom instruction.
• Facilitate learning using effective instructional strategies.
• Use educational technology for presentations.
• Maintain professional relationships with students and colleagues.
• Keep attendance and documentation as required.

Skills

AI tools familiarity

Adult learning facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Student success focus

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Undergraduate degree in related field

CPA certification advantageous

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft 365 Copilot

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.

If this opportunity feels like the right fit for you, we encourage you to apply and join us in creating a brighter future – together.

About The Opportunity

Job Description

NAIT’s Department of Continuing Education is seeking Contract Instructors to teach Financial Statement Analysis using AI courses to open enrolment students and corporate clients. The courses require analyzing financial statements using artificial intelligence tools and spreadsheet-based techniques to support faster, more effective business decision-making. They also include interpreting the relationships between financial statements, performing ratio and trend analysis, and developing driver-based forecasts using AI tools.

Instructors with weekday daytime and evening availability are needed. Some weekend work may be required too. Candidates should be deeply rooted in financial management with a rich tapestry of subject matter expertise. Prior teaching experience is highly desirable.

Contract Instruction Deliverables

• Provide classroom instruction.
• Facilitate the learning process by utilizing instructional strategies that ensure efficient and effective delivery of course materials.
• Utilize appropriate educational technology for communications and presentations.
• Maintain professional ethical relationships with students and colleagues; respond professionally to student issues and concerns.
• Maintain student attendance and other documentation as required.

Skills And Knowledge

• Comfortable with using AI tools including Microsoft 365 Copilot.
• Possession of a NAIT Teaching, Training, and Facilitation Excellence, formerly BMI, certificate is a plus.
• Adept at training and facilitating adult learners both in-person and online, employing a diverse array of techniques.
• 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.

Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree in a related field or a blend of education and pertinent experience.
• Recognized certifications like CPA will be considered a significant advantage.
• Proven track record in financial management.

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).

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by a recognized agency in Canada - Foreign Credential Validation against Canadian Standards - Canada.ca.

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). 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. If you require any assistance or accommodations please connect with us at [e-mail].