Instructor, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

SASKATCHEWAN INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGIES; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT) is seeking AME instructors to deliver programs and curricula, fostering student success in a First Nation governed post-secondary setting. You will collaborate with educational professionals to create a positive learning environment and adapt instruction to student needs.

Required are an AME license (M1/M2) and ideally Adult Education Certification, with a commitment to ongoing learning and an understanding of First Nations culture

Qualifications

• A valid Canadian Aircraft Maintenance Engineer's License (M1/M2).
• Adult Education Certification preferred with teaching experience.
• Knowledge of adult learning theories is an asset.
• Commitment to helping students learn and succeed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver course related material.
• Complete attendance records and course evaluations.
• Maintain program equipment, shop facilities and materials.
• Incorporate current technology advancements in instruction and administration.
• Use effective teaching methods to facilitate student learning.
• Evaluate and record student progress within set time frames.

Skills

Flexible & Adaptable

Effective Communication

Relationship Building

Results Oriented

Student Focus

Instructional Communication

Knowledge & Expertise

Teamwork

Education

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer License (M1/M2)

Adult Education Certification

Job description

Established in 1976, the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT) is a First Nation governed post-secondary institution. Recognized under provincial legislation, the Institute has been conferred authority to grant certificates and diplomas. SIIT welcomes over 2400 students into our urban and community programs annually as well as serving over 6000 clients through our eight Career Centres across the province. The Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies is playing a significant role in Saskatchewan's economic future. You can contribute to that success while building your career.

As the educational leader in the classroom, AME instructors will be responsible for delivering SIIT programs and curricula with the purpose of promoting student success. Working collaboratively with a team of educational professionals, instructors will demonstrate a strong commitment to create and maintain a creative and positive learning environment at SIIT.

The incumbent will be required to organize and implement the curriculum to create a learning environment that guides and ensures each student is successful. The incumbent must keep current with developments in their subject area, instructional resources and methods, and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities to suit the individual needs of their students. This position will positively promote and create an environment that demonstrates SIIT's vision, mission, and mandate. This includes the following broad areas of accountabilities:

• Deliver course related material
• Complete all course-related materials including attendance records and course evaluations
• Maintain program equipment, shop facilities and materials to ensure a safe and organized work environment
• Incorporate current technology advancements within all aspects of instruction and administration
• Use appropriate methods of instruction, modeling, coaching, etc. to facilitate student learning
• Use appropriate methods of evaluating and recording student progress within set time frames

Required Competencies: Flexible & Adaptable; Effective Communication; Relationship Building; Results Oriented; Student Focus; Communication (Instructional); Knowledge & Expertise; Teamwork

Required Qualifications and Experience: A valid Canadian Aircraft maintenance Engineer's License; category M1 and M2. Adult Education Certification with prior teaching experience would be preferred. An understanding of adult learning theories and principals is considered an asset. For success in this position a genuine commitment to help students learn and succeed is required. Knowledge of First Nations' culture and organizations is an asset.

As this position is considered safety sensitive, the incumbent will be subject to testing as per SIIT's Alcohol and Substances policy.