Instructor, Child & Youth Care (Term)

Avanti Software Inc.; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected educational institution in Fort McMurray is seeking a Child and Youth Care Instructor. This role involves teaching the Child and Youth Care diploma program and supporting students in their academic journey. The successful candidate should possess a Master's Degree and extensive experience with at-risk youth. Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to diversity. Only candidates chosen for further processing will be contacted.

Benefits

Employer-paid comprehensive health and dental benefits

Northern Living Allowance of $1,040.00 per month

Employee discounts for gym and tuition waiver

Employee recognition awards annually

Qualifications

• Extensive experience working with at-risk and vulnerable children and youth.
• Previous instructional experience in adult education or post-secondary learning environments.
• Ability to teach across program areas, including practicum supervision and both in-person and online course delivery.
• Experience with practicum/field education.
• A thorough knowledge of the role of Child and Youth Care practitioners supporting Indigenous, newcomer, and refugee children.

Responsibilities

• Instruct courses primarily in the Child and Youth Care diploma program.
• Maintain office hours and student mentorship.
• Perform field supervision and practicum support.
• Engage with community stakeholders.
• Participate in program and curriculum development.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution techniques

Leadership skills

Planning and organizational skills

Communication skills

Classroom management skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work in group settings

Education

Masters Degree in Child and Youth Care or similar field

Job description

Keyano College’s School of Health and Human Services is currently seeking a Child and Youth Care Instructor to join our dynamic team in the Childhood Studies program area in a Term role ending on or before June 19, 2026. The program will equip graduates with the knowledge, skills and practical experience to engage with children, youth and families utilizing a strength based and relational approach to support development and positive change. The successful candidate will teach primarily in the Child and Youth Care program but may also teach across the school of Health and Human Services.

Note: this is not a remote or hybrid work opportunity, you will be required to work on campus and relocate to Fort McMurray, AB.

About Us

Keyano College is a comprehensive post-secondary educational institution located in Fort McMurray, nested in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo on traditional Treaty 8 territory. We are a strategic community partner that meets both the training and talent upgrading needs of industry, as well as the personal enrichment and cultural needs of the Wood Buffalo community. We take pride in offering a safe work and study environment that embraces Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging. Our students and customers come from all walks of life and so do we. That is why we are committed to hiring great people from a variety of backgrounds because it makes our employee community stronger.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Instruct courses, primarily in the Child and Youth Care diploma program
• Maintain office hours and student mentorship/engagement
• Perform field supervision and practicum support
• Engage with community stakeholders
• Maintain professional competence and knowledge of subject matter
• Participate in program and curriculum development

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Child and Youth Care or similar field of study (counselling, psychology, family social science, justice, or social work) is required
• Extensive experience working with at‑risk and vulnerable children and youth
• Previous instructional experience in adult education or post‑secondary learning environments
• Ability to teach across program areas, including practicum supervision and both in‑person and online course delivery.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to use conflict resolution techniques to facilitate positive outcomes
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Demonstrated excellence in planning, and organizational skills
• Strong communication, presentation, and classroom management skills
• Experience with practicum/field education
• Ability to work independently, as well as in small to large group settings
• A thorough knowledge and understanding about the specific role of Child and Youth Care practitioners in the support of Indigenous, newcomer and refugee children, youth, and families
• Experience building a respectful workplace culture that promotes inclusion, diversity, learning and continuous improvement

Nice to Have

• Government of Alberta Level 3 Early Childhood Educator Certification

Please note that if your education was received internationally, upon hire we will require you to provide an international education assessment completed through WES, IQAS or one of the other IRCC approved designated organization.

Compensation and Benefits

What we offer

• We offer an attractive competitive compensation based on your experience.
• Employer paid comprehensive health and dental benefits, including a health spending account.
• This position qualifies for additional payment of the Northern Living Allowance of $1,040.00 per month (The allowance is reviewed annually and is subject to budget approval).
• Professional training and development funding is provided annually.
• Generous vacation entitlement and the bonus of paid holidays between Christmas and New Years.
• Paid sick days.

We offer various perks and discounts to our employees:

• Employee Service and Academic Achievement recognition awards annually.
• Greatly discounted employee membership to the Syncrude Sports and Wellness Centre (our gym and recreational facility).
• Tuition waiver for all employees and dependents to take courses at Keyano College to support your thirst for learning.
• Employee Discounts for the Keyano Theatre and the Keynotes Bookstore.
• Various other perks and discounts for cell phone plans, insurance, hotels, car rentals, stores etc.

Additional Information

At Keyano College, we are committed to fostering an equitable, caring and resilient environment where everyone feels valued and connected to the common goal and the college community. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage candidates who will contribute to the diversity of the College to apply.

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue through the selection process will be contacted.