Contract Position: Instructor, University Studies (Psychology)

Avanti Software Inc.; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Keyano College in Fort McMurray invites applications for contract instructors to teach Psychology courses for the Winter and/or Spring 2027 semesters. Instructors will deliver PSYCH 104 INTS, PSYCH 105 E, and PSYCH 282 A on campus and must relocate to Fort McMurray, AB.

The successful candidate will maintain office hours, mentor students, and stay current with subject matter while contributing to student success in a supportive on-campus environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Arts & Humanities or related field; psychology degree asset.
• Minimum 2 years post-secondary teaching experience.
• Proficient with learning technologies; strong classroom management and communication.

Responsibilities

• Primarily teach assigned courses across the curriculum.
• Maintain office hours and student mentorship/engagement.
• Maintain professional competence and knowledge of subject matter.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum design

Student mentorship

Classroom management

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Arts & Humanities

Psychology degree asset

Tools

Learning technologies

Job description

Contract Position: Instructor, University Studies (Psychology)

The Opportunity

Keyano College's University Studies department is currently seeking Contract Instructors to teach the following courses for the Winter and/or Spring 2027 semester:

• PSYCH 104 INTS - Basic Psychological Processes
• PSYCH 105 E - Individual & Social Behavior
• PSYCH 282 A - Behaviour Modification

Note: this is not a remote or hybrid work opportunity, you will be required to work on campus and relocate to Fort McMurray, AB

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
• Maintaining office hours and student mentorship/engagement
• Maintaining professional competence and knowledge of subject matter

Qualifications

Required Qualification:

• Minimum Master's of Arts & Humanities or a related field. A degree is Psychology will be considered an asset.
• Minimum of 2 years cumulative post-secondary teaching experience
• 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 that if your education was received internationally, upon hire we will require you to provide an international education assessment completed through WES, IQAS or one of the other IRCC approved designated organization.

Compensation and Benefits

Placement on the wage grid is reflective upon educational and experiential qualifications.

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 your resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue through the selection process will be contacted.