Instructor, Automotive Service Technician (AST)

Saskatchewan Polytechnic; Moose Jaw; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Polytechnic is seeking an Instructor for the Automotive Service Technician program at the Moose Jaw Campus. The role involves providing instruction, developing curriculum, and mentoring students in a diverse learning environment. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and experience in the automotive field.

Qualifications

• Two years’ recent/relevant post-journeyperson experience as an Automotive Service Technician.
• Competence and recent experience in internet, email, and ability to learn new technology.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students enrolled in the Automotive Service Technician program.
• Design and implement a student-centered learning environment.
• Prepare and deliver lessons, assignments, and demonstrations.

Skills

Effective instructional ability

Effective interpersonal skills

Effective communication skills

Valuing diversity

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Interprovincial Journeyperson Certificate in the Automotive Service Technician trade

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

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Targeted for an employee in bump mode.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic considers the diversity of our workforce to be one of our leading strengths and greatest assets. Our employee diversity enhances our ability to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse student population. Currently, approximately 20% of our students are Indigenous. A continued emphasis on developing a representative workforce is one of Sask Polytech's strategic priorities, and as an organization, we are making significant efforts to attract and retain Indigenous employees.

Competition Number: P16594

Posting Title: Instructor

Classification: Instructor

Location: Saskatchewan Polytechnic Moose Jaw Campus

Date Posted: 05/09/2025

Closing Date: 05/21/2025

Start Date: 07/01/2025

End Date: Open Until Filled

Category of work: Full Time

Bargaining Unit: Faculty Association

Hours of Work: 900 hours (900 hours of student contact/1442.75 hours per year)

Salary Range: As per the instructional grid

Total Assigned days (AC) / Total Hours per biweekly pay: 199 assigned days

Posting Status: Closed

Job Duties/Qualifications, Skills and Abilities (QSA)

Job Duties:

• Provide instruction to students enrolled in the Automotive Service Technician (AST) program.
• Design and implement a student-centered learning environment using an outcome-based approach in either a face-to-face or online delivery mode.
• Prepare and deliver lessons, assignments, lectures, and demonstrations using principles of adult learning.
• Develop new curriculum, training aids, and materials as needed.
• Use digital tools proficiently, including typical architectural software and general office applications.
• Be flexible and responsive to learner needs using varied instructional methods.
• Plan and deliver content and learning activities that reflect the values, beliefs, needs, and contributions of a culturally diverse community.
• Provide appropriate evaluation, assessment, and feedback to students.
• Be responsive to accommodation of special learning needs, including equity groups and diverse learners.
• Develop working relationships with external partners and employers, supporting students in work experience where required.
• Pursue professional development to stay current with employer and educational requirements.
• Mentor students regarding educational opportunities, industry expectations, and career goals.
• Work cooperatively in an interdependent team environment.
• Attend program and school meetings.

Qualifications, Skills, Abilities, and Experience (QSA):

Specific Accountabilities

Duties

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities (QSA):

1. Grade 12 or equivalent.
2. Interprovincial Journeyperson Certificate in the Automotive Service Technician trade.
3. Two years’ recent/relevant post-journeyperson experience as an Automotive Service Technician.
4. Effective instructional ability.
5. Effective interpersonal skills.
6. Effective communication skills.
7. Competence and recent experience in internet, email, MS Office Suite, and ability to learn new technology.
8. Ability to work as part of a team in a changing environment.
9. Valuing diversity.

Desired QSA:

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