Practicum Instructor

Force Inspection Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Spending & Lifestyle Accounts

Educational Allowance

Emergency Allowance

Free Massages

Discounts on College Programs

Staff Discount

Free Parking

Job summary

MaKami College in Edmonton is seeking dedicated educators to support student learning and success in Early Learning and Child Care programs. With a blend of teaching and hands-on mentoring, you will guide students through practical experience while ensuring they meet provincial standards.

The ideal candidate will have solid qualifications, including ECE certification and experience in teaching. Join our dynamic team to make a meaningful impact on students' lives and foster their professional

Qualifications

• 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 and licensing processes.

Responsibilities

• Teach practicum content and facilitate workshops.
• Support students with online practicum course content.
• Conduct scheduled site visits to licensed child care centres.
• Provide ongoing, constructive feedback and mentorship to students.
• Collaborate with the Practicum Coordinator on concerns.
• Document student progress and participate in evaluations.
• Ensure practicum learning outcomes align with objectives.
• Develop and update instructional materials.
• Participate in curriculum review meetings.

Skills

Teaching delivery

Assessment abilities

Strong communication

Mentoring

Problem-solving

Relationship building

Regulatory compliance

Use of LMS technology

Education

Diploma or Degree in Early Learning and Child Care

Minimum Alberta Government ECE Level 3 certification

Qualification related to Adult Education

Tools

Moodle

Job description

• Location 137 - 8330 82 Ave NW,Edmonton, AB, T6C 4E3,Canada
• Job Category Work Intergrated Learning, Childcare, Education
• Employee Type Full-time
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Work in a purpose driven career with MaKami College, a public post-secondarycollege 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 and are continuously working to add 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.

Key Accountabilities (key duties & desired outcomes

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.

Qualifications:

Diploma or Degree in Early Learning and Child Care, Education, or equivalent experience

Minimum Alberta Government ECE Level 3 certification

Qualification 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 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

Office and childcare centre settings for site visits

Regular travel required for site visits to practicum locations

• 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
• Free Parking