Contract Instructor, Trades (Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, Welding, Culinary, Etc.)

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology; Alberta; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Work-life balance

Paid time off between Christmas and NY

Professional and personal growth

Job summary

NAIT’s Department of Corporate & Continuing Education seeks Contract Instructors to teach in Indigenous communities across Alberta and beyond. Instructors travel to remote areas, with daytime Monday–Friday availability and some weekend work, delivering courses in trades like AIT Entrance Exam Prep, Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, Welding and Culinary.

You will adapt teaching to adult learners, use appropriate tools and educational technology, and maintain records.

Qualifications

• Certification in your field of work required.
• Instructional experience considered an asset.
• Ability to build positive, respectful relationships with diverse learners.
• Strong commitment to student success and independence.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency with MS Office and related educational technologies.
• Excellent classroom management and instructional skills.
• High level of independence required.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students using hands-on learning in various trades.
• Deliver courses or customized training for clients.
• Travel to Indigenous communities across Canada for assignments.
• Maintain attendance and required documentation.
• Adapt delivery to diverse learners.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Excellent communication

Microsoft Office

Independent

Travel readiness

Education

Certification in your field

Tools

Educational technologies

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.

NAIT’s Department of Corporate & Continuing Education is seeking Contract Instructors who are both 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. Each instructor will teach within their specific trade area of expertise, such as AIT Entrance Exam Prep, Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, Welding and Culinary. Instructors may teach existing Continuing Education courses or assist in delivering customized training for clients. Contract Instructors must be flexible, resourceful, innovative and passionate about teaching adults of all ages and backgrounds.

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
• Having a degree of flexibility and fluidity that matches the needs of our Indigenous students.

Qualifications:

• Certification in your field of work
• Instructional experience considered an asset
• 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
• 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.

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.

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.