Contract Position - Science and Environmental Sciences Instructors

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

Job summary

Keyano College is seeking Instructors for courses in Chemistry and Environmental Science. Successful candidates will engage with students in both classroom and laboratory settings, demonstrating expertise in their subjects while maintaining a commitment to inclusion and diversity. This dynamic role fosters learning in an equitable environment, making a positive impact on the student community.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year cumulative post-secondary teaching experience required for both roles.
• Commitment to inclusion and diversity is essential.
• Dependable and resourceful team member who manages multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Teach specific courses and maintain office hours and student mentorship.
• Enter attendance and grades, perform duties related to teaching.
• Uphold professional competence and subject matter knowledge.

Skills

Excellent classroom management

Instructional skills

Communication

Planning

Time management

Organizational skills

Proficient with learning technologies

Education

Master of Science in Biology, Chemistry, Statistics or related field

Master of Science in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

The Opportunity

The University Studies department at Keyano College is currently seeking Instructors to teach:

• CHEM 101: Introductory University Chemistry I
• EAS 100 - Planet Earth
• ENVT 252 Y - Regional Plant Science
  
  

This position is a contract position. Applicants must feel comfortable working in a classroom and/or laboratory with adults of all abilities and backgrounds.

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

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

Qualifications

Chemistry Instructor:

• Minimum Master of Science in Biology, Chemistry, Statistics or a related field.
• Minimum of 1-year cumulative post-secondary teaching experience
• Proficient with the use of learning technologies
• Excellent classroom management and instructional skills
• Must be ready to teach in a lab environment
• 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
  
  

Environmental Science Instructors

• Minimum Master of Science in Environmental Science or a related field. Undergraduate qualification with experience in post-secondary teaching may be considered.
• Minimum of 1-year 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
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

• Competitive 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

04-07-2025

Closing Date

20-08-2025

Starting Date

20-08-2025