Contract Instructor – Meatcutting/Butcher

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 4,133,000 - 8,266,000; Part time

Job summary

NAIT’s Continuing Education invites applications for Contract Instructors to teach Meatcutting/Butchering and to work across Indigenous communities in Western Canada. Travel and accommodations in remote areas are provided; daytime availability is required Monday to Friday, with some weekends possible.

Contracts vary in length. The ideal candidate demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills, a strong commitment to student success, and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Professional Meatcutting and/or Butchering Certification is required.
• Instructional experience is an asset.
• Strong English verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach Meatcutting/Butchering courses and provide hands-on learning.
• Travel to Indigenous communities across Alberta, Saskatchewan, British Columbia, Yukon, Nunavut and the Northwest Territories; accommodations provided.
• Maintain student attendance and documentation.
• Apply safe work practices to butcher and process game.
• Deliver lessons using suitable instructional strategies and educational technology.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Effective communication

Education

Meatcutting/Butchering Certification

Instructional experience considered an asset

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

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.

NAIT’s Department of Continuing Education is seeking a Contract Instructor to teach Meatcutting/Butchering and is willing and capable of teaching specifically in Indigenous communities across Alberta, Saskatchewan, British Columbia, Yukon, Nunavut, and the Northwest Territories. The role involves travel and accommodation in remote areas, with daytime availability required from Monday to Friday. Some weekend availability may be required. The term of these contracts will vary in length of time and duration.

Contract Instruction Deliverables

• Utilize appropriate tools & equipment to instruct students & provide practical hands-on learning
• 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
• Apply safe work practices to butcher and process game
• Separate quarters of game into primal, sub-primal and retail cuts
• Prepare handmade fresh and smoked sausages

Skills and Knowledge

• 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

• Professional Meatcutting and/or Butchering Certification
• Instructional experience considered an asset
• Strong English verbal and written communication skillsBasic computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Excellent classroom management and instructional skills
• A high level of independence is required.

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).

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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People make NAIT Great - and at NAIT, people truly matter. We're committed to creating a workplace that fuels passion, values inclusion, supports wellbeing, and encourages continuous growth. Our culture is grounded in respect, collaboration, creativity, celebration, and accountability. When you join NAIT, you become part of a community dedicated to making a meaningful difference for students, colleagues, industry partners, and the broader community. If you're looking for purposeful work in a supportive environment, we'd love to meet you.