ECE Adjunct Instructor — Hybrid, Indigenous Perspectives

SAIT; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

SAIT’s Continuing Education and Professional Studies (CEPS) invites an experienced adjunct instructor to deliver an Early Childhood Education Certificate program for learners in Siksika Nation. The role blends in-person facilitation once weekly with virtual delivery, fostering inclusive, culturally responsive learning and supporting practicum activities.

The ideal candidate has ECE credentials, teaching experience, and a commitment to Indigenous perspectives, with travel one day per week to

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education and Level 3 ECE certification.
• Postsecondary teaching, facilitation, or adult education experience.
• Minimum of five years experience in Early Learning and Child Care.
• Strong virtual facilitation skills and comfort using online learning technologies.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and coaching abilities.
• Understanding of Indigenous perspectives and commitment to culturally responsive teaching.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities is a strong asset.
• Flexibility and adaptability to unexpected and changing conditions.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate instructor-led learning sessions both in person and virtually.
• Deliver content across ECE courses: wellness, programming, child development, literacy/numeracy, Indigenous perspectives.
• Create engaging learning experiences for adult learners.
• Evaluate assignments, assessments, and course requirements.
• Provide timely feedback and learner support.
• Monitor learner progress and identify opportunities for academic support.
• Participate in practicum activities, including coaching and mentorship.
• Work with program coordinators, instructional teams, and community partners.
• Support culturally respectful and community-informed learning experiences.

Skills

Postsecondary teaching

Virtual facilitation

Communication skills

Indigenous perspectives

Culturally responsive teaching

Indigenous communities

Flexibility and adaptability

ECE knowledge

Education

Early Childhood Education Diploma or Degree

Level 3 Early Childhood Educator certification

Job description

SAIT’s Continuing Education and Professional Studies (CEPS) invites an experienced adjunct instructor to deliver an Early Childhood Education Certificate program for learners in Siksika Nation. The role blends in-person facilitation once weekly with virtual delivery, fostering inclusive, culturally responsive learning and supporting practicum activities.

The ideal candidate has ECE credentials, teaching experience, and a commitment to Indigenous perspectives, with travel one day per week to