Instructor, Carpentry

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology; Calgary; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Southern Alberta Institute of Technology is seeking two temporary salaried instructors for the Carpentry Apprenticeship. In this role, you will create a supportive learning environment, prepare lesson plans, and evaluate student progress. Ideal candidates will hold an Alberta Journeyperson Certificate and have significant experience in carpentry, along with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ experience as a Carpentry Journeyperson.
• Prior teaching or training experience in adult education is an asset.
• Committed to ethical behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present schedules, lesson plans, lectures, and evaluations.
• Evaluate student progress and achievement.
• Provide ongoing support, guidance, and advice to learners.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Alberta Journeyperson Certificate

Red Seal in Carpentry

Tools

Microsoft Office

Presentation Software

Job description

SAIT’s School of Construction is committed to working with industry to ensure students are learning — and leading — using the latest technology, tools and practices. We provide students with the foundations to build a rewarding career in one of the largest sectors of the Canadian economy – the construction industry.

The Opportunity

We're hiring 2 temporary salaried instructors for the Carpentry Apprenticeship!

The Wood Trades Team delivers training for students in Carpenter Apprenticeship. This is made up of 4 years of Jobsite training and study. The technical training portions are eight weeks in length, running 5 times per year, and take place at SAIT Main Campus.

As an instructor, you will create a supportive and innovative learning environment, utilizing existing curriculum resources and various instructional techniques to promote learning and personal development. In addition to creating teaching and learning plans, course maps, and assessments, you will provide ongoing support and guidance to learners, evaluate student progress and achievement, and participate in promotional activities such as SAIT’s Open House.

The Role

• Prepare and present schedules, lesson plans, lectures, assignments, evaluations, and learning activities
• Know, understand, apply and relate to students the essential facts, concepts, procedures and principles in areas of expertise designated by the curriculum, using a variety of instructional techniques, which promote learning and personal development
• Prepare cabinetmaking shop materials for learners
• Evaluate student progress and achievement
• Maintain and develop relationships with academic colleagues
• Provide ongoing support, guidance and advice to learners

Qualifications & Experience

• Have a minimum Alberta Journeyperson Certificate and Red Seal in Carpentry
• Ideally, have a minimum of five years’ experience as a Carpentry Journeyperson in a variety of commercial and/or residential environments
• Possess excellent communication and organizational skills
• Have the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Be committed to ethical behaviour
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and presentation software
• Prior teaching or training experience in adult education is an asset

Job Classification: INSTRUCTOR - S4001

Salary Range: $91,482 - $94,226

# of Positions: 2

Position Start Date: 2025-08-01

Position End Date: 2026-06-30

Posting Closing Date:May 30, 2025

About SAIT

SAIT is a global leader in applied education. Named one of Alberta’s Top Employers, we offer the chance to work with a purpose — preparing the next generation of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, advocates and explorers.

Building on our 100+ year history, we’re looking for innovative, bold and collaborative employees who embrace change and deliver world-class customer experiences. Your future starts now at SAIT.

Equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) is essential to achieving SAIT’s vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about EDI at SAIT.

At SAIT, we understand that experience comes in many forms. We’re dedicated to adding diverse perspectives to SAIT - so if your experience is close to what we’re looking for, please consider applying.

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