Term Certain Instructor, Heavy Equipment Technician

Lethbridge College; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An education institution in Alberta is seeking a full-time temporary Instructor for Heavy Equipment Technician starting in August 2024. The role involves developing course materials, delivering classes, and assessing student performance. Candidates should have Journeyperson certification and a minimum of 5 years in the trade. Strong diagnostic and computer skills are required, along with the ability to work in a team. This position offers a unique opportunity to explore a teaching career.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in the Heavy Equipment Technician trade.
• Self-motivated and positive team player.

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans and course materials.
• Implement appropriate instructional strategies.
• Assess student performance reliably.
• Support student learning during office hours.

Skills

Strong diagnostic skills

Computer skills including word processing

Ability to learn new software applications

Teamwork

Education

Journeyperson certification in Heavy Equipment Technician

Job description

Position Information Job Title Term Certain Instructor, Heavy Equipment Technician Appointment Type Full-time Temporary Position Dates Aug 2024-Jun 2025 Hours per week / FTE 1.0 FTE

About the Position The Centre for Trades is seeking a highly motivated, organized individual with excellent communication skills to instruct in our Crooks School of Transportation Apprenticeship and college programs. The successful applicant will be expected to participate in ongoing curriculum development, instruction and evaluation of student progress.

For the various transportation trades, program content follows Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Apprenticeship Course Outlines which can be researched at : www.tradesecrets.gov.ab.ca.

This is a full-time temporary position that starts August 1, 2024 and ends June 30, 2025. This is a great opportunity for someone to discover if teaching is for them.

Position Details

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans, and course materials
• Select, develop and implement appropriate instructional strategies
• Plan and prepare the physical or virtual learning environment
• Deliver classes
• Promote an effective and efficient learning environment
• Assess student performance in a valid and reliable manner
• Maintain and/or submit program/student records accurately and promptly
• Discuss with students career and employment objectives, in so far as such matters generally relate to the instruction being offered those students
• Be available to students to support learning through office hours, online, or as scheduled by the instructor in consultation with the student
• Attend and participate in meetings related to their employment with the college
• Participate in activities that enhance instructors overall effectiveness

Qualifications

• Journeyperson certification in Heavy Equipment Technician with a minimum of 5 years in the trade
• Strong diagnostic skills
• Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software plus an aptitude to learn new software applications and systems
• Self-motivated and ability to work positively in a team environment