Practicum Instructor - ELCC

MaKami College; Calgary; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Spending & Lifestyle Accounts

Educational Allowance for Professional Development

Emergency Allowance for Unexpected Needs

Free Massages at Our Student Clinic

Discounts on College Programs & Courses

Staff Discount in College Store

On-Site Gym Access

Free Parking

Job summary

MaKami College in Calgary is seeking a Practicum Instructor to provide educational support and mentorship for Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) students during their practicum experiences.

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching practicum-related content, conducting site visits to observe student performance, and assisting students throughout their placement. The position offers a supportive work environment with various professional growth opportunities.

Benefits include health spending accounts, educational allowances, and free massages at our student clinic.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-5 years of experience in teaching or mentoring students.
• Experience conducting site visits and student assessments.
• Background in documenting and evaluating student progress.

Responsibilities

• Teach practicum content and facilitate workshops.
• Conduct site visits to assess student performance.
• Provide ongoing feedback and mentorship.

Skills

Teaching and instructional delivery

Assessment and evaluation

Strong communication

Relationship building

Problem-solving

Familiarity with regulatory compliance

Technology use

Education

Diploma or Degree in Early Learning and Child Care

Alberta Government ECE Level 3 certification

Qualifications related to Adult Education

Tools

LMS such as Moodle

Job description

Brief Description

Work in a purpose driven career with MaKami College, a public post‑secondary college that has been helping students for over 20 years, with locations in Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta. MaKami College offers students in‑person, online, and blended programs in Massage Therapy, Health Care Aide, Business Administrative Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, and more. Rapidly growing, we are working to expand our campuses into cities across Canada, and are continuously adding programs to our course catalogue. We work with our team to grow and develop in areas they are passionate about, focusing on our MaKami Pillars – Leadership, Professionalism, Helpfulness, and Inspiration. MaKami team members are provided with many opportunities for professional career growth in a fulfilling and dynamic work environment. The MaKami team is passionate about creating generational change through education, and we provide the tools and a safe environment for our staff to change the lives of our students and their families.

The Practicum Instructor provides direct educational support and mentorship to Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) students during their practicum experience. This role involves teaching practicum‑related content, conducting site visits to observe and assess student performance, and assisting in resolving practicum‑related issues. This position is primarily student‑facing and instructional.

Key Accountabilities

• Teach practicum content and facilitate workshops to support practicum completion and student learning.
• Support students with online practicum course content and provide guidance throughout their placement.
• Conduct scheduled site visits to licensed child care centres to observe and assess student performance in practicum settings and build relationships with daycare hosts.
• Provide ongoing, constructive feedback and mentorship to students, including virtual check‑ins as needed.
• Collaborate with the Practicum Coordinator to address any student or site‑related concerns promptly.
• Document student progress and participate in the evaluation process, including grading practicum assignments.
• Ensure that practicum learning outcomes are achieved in alignment with curriculum objectives and provincial standards.
• Develop and update instructional materials related to practicum preparation and completion.
• Participate in curriculum review meetings and contribute to enhancements of practicum course content.
• Assist in coordinating orientation and debrief sessions for practicum students to reinforce learning and gather feedback.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Early Learning and Child Care, Education, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum Alberta Government ECE Level 3 certification.
• Qualifications related to Adult Education preferred.

Skills

• Teaching and instructional delivery.
• Assessment and evaluation of practicum student performance.
• Strong communication and mentoring abilities.
• Relationship building with students and external practicum sites.
• Problem‑solving and issue resolution.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and childcare standards.
• Use of technology to support student learning and communication, including LMS such as Moodle.

Experience

• Minimum 2‑5 years of experience in teaching or mentoring students in early learning and child‑care programs.
• Experience conducting site visits and student assessments in practicum or field placement settings.
• Knowledge of ELCC practicum standards, licensing, and certification processes.
• Experience in providing constructive feedback and supporting student success during practical learning experiences.
• Experience working collaboratively with educational staff and external partners.
• Background in documenting and evaluating student progress in alignment with learning outcomes.

Perks & Benefits

• Health Spending & Lifestyle Accounts.
• Educational Allowance for Professional Development.
• Emergency Allowance for Unexpected Needs.
• Free Massages at Our Student Clinic.
• Discounts on College Programs & Courses.
• Staff Discount in College Store.
• On‑Site Gym Access.
• Free Parking.