Contract Position: Instructor, Mathematics

Keyano College; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused educational institution in Fort McMurray seeks qualified instructors to teach Mathematics courses on a casual contract basis. Candidates should have a Master’s in Mathematics or related field, along with teaching experience. Responsibilities include delivering quality classes, mentoring students, and maintaining professional competence. The position requires on-campus presence. The college values diversity and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year cumulative post-secondary teaching experience.
• Proficient with classroom management and instructional skills.
• Commitment to inclusion and diversity.

Responsibilities

• Teach specific courses across the curriculum.
• Maintain office hours and student mentorship.
• Carry out scheduled instruction ensuring awareness of course objectives.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s in Mathematics or related field

Bachelor’s degree with teaching experience

Tools

Learning technologies

Job description

Overview

The Academic Upgrading department at Keyano College is currently seeking Instructors to teach Mathematics courses. This position is a casual contract position on an as needed basis. Applicants must feel comfortable working in a classroom with adults of all abilities and backgrounds.

The Academic Upgrading instructors deliver quality classes and share subject matter expertise with students within the curriculum and course outline. The instructors also enter attendance and grades and perform other duties related to a teaching environment.

Potential Courses

Mathematics – MATH 10C

Foundational Mathematics – AFM 100

Topics covered include linear SI metric and Imperial measurement and conversions; surface area and volume of 3D objects; right triangle trigonometry; apply the power laws with integral and rational exponents; perform all operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) on polynomials; factor polynomials; identify, describe, interpret and analyze relations and functions; evaluate functional notation; determine domain and range; graph and define linear relations; solve linear system of two relations.

This course enables students to develop an understanding of number sense which will be applied to further math concepts to help you achieve an overall understanding of mathematics. Learning through the practice of algebraic; geometric; measurement; probability and statistical; and, graphical theory using a model of real-world practical application is an important aspect of this course.

Note: this is not a remote or hybrid work opportunity, you will be required to work on campus and relocate to Fort McMurray, AB. Preference will be given to candidates currently living in Fort McMurray.

About Us

Keyano College is a comprehensive post-secondary educational institution located in Fort McMurray, nested in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo on traditional Treaty 8 territory. We are a strategic community partner that meets both the training and talent upgrading needs of industry, as well as the personal enrichment and cultural needs of the Wood Buffalo community. We take pride in offering a safe work and study environment that embraces Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging. Our students and customers come from all walks of life and so do we. That is why we are committed to hiring great people from a variety of backgrounds because it makes our employee community stronger.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Successful Candidate Will Be Required To

• Primarily teach their specific courses across the curriculum
• Maintain office hours and student mentorship/engagement
• Maintain professional competence and knowledge of subject matter
• Carry out regularly scheduled instruction, ensuring students’ awareness of course objectives, approach and evaluation techniques, as well as recruitment, tutoring and academic counseling of students.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Master’s in Mathematics or a related field. A Bachelor’s degree with significant teaching experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 1-year cumulative post-secondary teaching experience. Other teaching experience may be considered.
• Proficient with the use of learning technologies
• Excellent classroom management and instructional skills
• Demonstrated excellent communication, planning, time management, and organizational skills
• Dependable and resourceful team member with a proven track record of managing multiple competing priorities with a calm professional approach
• Commitment to inclusion and diversity

Please note, if your education was received internationally we will require you provide an international education assessment through IQAS, WES, or one of the other nationally designated organizations upon hire.

Compensation And Benefits

Compensation is based on relevant education and experience per course contract

Additional Information

At Keyano College, we are committed to fostering an equitable, caring and resilient environment where everyone feels valued and connected to the common goal and the college community. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage candidates who will contribute to the diversity of the College to apply.

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue through the selection process will be contacted.

Company

Keyano College

Location

Fort McMurray, Alberta

Opening Date

06-06-2025