Instructional Assistant, Transition to Employment Wetaskiwin Campus

NorQuest College; Wetaskiwin; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

NorQuest College is seeking a compassionate Instructional Assistant for its Wetaskiwin Campus. This role involves supporting adults with mild developmental disabilities in a learning environment, collaborating with faculty to enhance curriculum delivery, and ensuring learner participation. Ideal candidates will have relevant education and experience in adult education, particularly with diverse learner needs.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Qualifications

• Experience working with Indigenous community members and learners.
• Ability to perform physical activities including lifting and transferring.
• Experience with adults with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support curriculum delivery and classroom activities.
• Foster an inclusive and effective learning environment.
• Adapt materials to meet diverse learner needs.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Adaptability

Education

Post-secondary education in a related field

Special Needs Educational Assistant Certificate

Child and Youth Care Diploma

Tools

Moodle

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

NorQuesters are difference makers and we’re searching for someone dedicated to finding ways forward to join our Faculty of Foundational, Career & Intercultural Studies team as an Instructional Assistant.

Are you passionate about adult education and supporting learners with diverse needs? If so, we are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Instructional Assistant to join our Integrated Training Programs team, specifically within the Transitions to Employment program at the Wetaskiwin Campus.

This program supports adults with mild developmental disabilities in preparing for the workforce through a blend of classroom and workplace training.

You’ll report to the Associate Chair of Innovative Education and play a key role in empowering learners to succeed.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE:

As an Instructional Assistant, you will:

• Collaborate with faculty to support curriculum delivery and classroom activities.
• Foster an inclusive, engaging, and effective learning environment.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with learners to encourage participation and guide behaviour.
• Adapt or modify materials to meet diverse learner needs.
• Plan, attend, and support field trips and off-campus activities.
• Communicate with families, faculty, and management as needed.
• Support learner mobility and safety through transportation assistance, off-site accompaniment, and adherence to risk mitigation protocols.

WHAT YOU BRING:

• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• A clear criminal record check
• Ability to perform physical activities including lifting, transferring and as necessary
• Experience working with Indigenous community members and learners.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Patience, compassion, and empathy.
• Ability to communicate in nêhiyawewin or a strong willingness to learn
• Post-secondary education in a related field; Ex. Indigenous Teaching Assistant program, Special Needs Educational Assistant Certificate, Child and Youth Care Diploma
• Training in Special Education
• Proven ability to implement effective de-escalation strategies
• Flexibility to undertake a variety of assignments
• Experience with adults with developmental disabilities

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER:

As a difference maker you bring:

• Technical familiarity or ability to learn new Learning Management Programs, such as Moodle.
• Familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite
• Interest in working in an educational setting with learners, especially those with mild developmental disabilities.

SALARY: This is an Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) role, and the pay range is quite large. Please check the AUPE Collective Agreement Appendix A to better understand how pay is determined.

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities. However, most of this role will happen at the Wetaskiwin Campus location.

Difference Makers. If we were to describe what NorQuest College is, we’d say these two words. We are so fundamentally driven in our mission to make a difference to our students, our community, and to our fellow NorQuesters, that it guides what we do, who we meet, and where we are headed.

So how do we make differences?

• We empower NorQuesters. NorQuesters are expected to embody our Qs—lead from where you are, be dependable, find ways forward—to name a few, but how you do that is your choice!
• We unlock potential. Whether its newcomers to Canada who want to improve their English, students who want to complete their academic upgrading, learners pursuing post-secondary education, or anyone who wishes to strengthen their skills through professional development, our passion to educate touches people of all levels and all backgrounds.
• We strengthen Alberta. From our graduates who hit the ground running, to our partnerships with government, industry, and business, to our commitment to communities, including a dedicated focus on Indigenous communities, we contribute to our province and make it stronger. We strive to be an employer of choice for First Nations, Metis and Inuit people in Canada by leading, supporting, and being an ally through our work toward decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

And that’s a snapshot of how we are Difference Makers. But there’s so much more to us and we invite you to explore further!

Additional Information: Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.

For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is recommended that they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:

• International Qualifications Assessment Service https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment
• World Education Services https://www.wes.org/ca/

We encourage applicants to include the assessment certificate as part of their application.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.

NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our learners, we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.

NorQuest College - Wetaskiwin Campus is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

Accessibility: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to [e-mail].

Apply to Become a NorQuester: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.

PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted, and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.