Instructor, Legal Assistant ProgramHiring Pool
Instructor, Legal Assistant ProgramHiring Pool
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14-08-2025
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Job Description
At SAITs School of Business we deliver cutting-edge programs that inspire learners and leaders to take action and get results. We are one of the largest business schools in Western Canada we put significant stock in all things industry driven starting with programs delivered by faculty who are experts in the field. Were proud to be recognized by CEO World Magazines Best Business Schools in the World as the highest ranking Business School in Canada in 2024. Students and instructors benefit from our unique applied education model working collaboratively with each other and industry.
The Opportunity
The School of Business is one of the largest business schools in Western Canada. Our faculty and staff are passionate about student success in an environment that values academic excellence teamwork collaboration and driving innovation. We deliver programming to more than 3800 students in credit programs and 10000 registrants annually in our professional and leadership programs. Our degrees diplomas and certificates are aligned to industry and designed to meet the needs of todays employers. Programming areas include accounting financial services human resources management supply chain marketing administrative legal and more.
We are currently recruiting for a pool of interested CASUAL instructors to fill courses over the upcoming academic year as necessary. Classes that may be available to teach may include:
- Legal Computer Applications I II and III
- Transcription
- Legal Writing I and II
- Law Office Procedures
Note: SAIT as a post-secondary institution serves a diverse student population. Therefore instructional duties may occasionally be required during early mornings evenings and weekends. If selected specific scheduling arrangements will be discussed between you and the leader.
The Role
- Major responsibilities and key duties may include but are not limited to:
- Instructors are required to create learning activities and authentic assessments that encourage active and participatory learning and an experiential classroom culture that promotes career-ready skills.
- Cultivate and nurture an inclusive learning environment and engage with students about their progress.
- Champion current and innovative pedagogical practices reflecting adult teaching methodologies and best practices.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders of the program and school and institution to support regular instructional and program quality improvement.
- Manage and lead a safe positive inclusive and dynamic learning environment that allows students to express share and challenge ideas respectfully.
- Present courses lesson plans lectures assignments evaluations examinations and learning activities; include additional study materials for learners.
- Evaluate student progress and facilitate student achievement.
- Respond to academic integrity concerns and report to Academic Chair for follow-up as required.
- Ensure learner accommodations are correctly applied for learners with disabilities.
- Show personal interest in the learners.
- Create a climate conducive to optimal learning.
- Coordinate classroom delivery and assessments with faculty colleagues.
- Refer students to institutional supports and campus services including counselling academic advising tutoring career advancement services technology support accessibility services and financial support as required.
- Provide ongoing support guidance and advice to learners and potential learners.
- Contribute in a positive way to maintain a team environment.
- Attend and engage in meetings professional development opportunities and beyond.
- Maintain and develop contacts in appropriate industry sectors.
- Maintain and develop relationships with academic colleagues.
- Promote and support SAITs and the School of Business mission statement and academic plans.
- Commitment to Professional Development and a continual learning culture.
Curriculum
In the Classroom
Beyond the Classroom
Qualifications & Experience
- Depth of knowledge and expertise in the legal industry including office procedures and practices.
- A minimum of 3-5 years of Industry Experience.
- Comprehensive experience in technology including extensive skill in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook) Adobe Acrobat and other industry relevant software.
- An aptitude for digital literacy.
- Demonstrated excellence in communication skills both written and oral as well as well-developed interpersonal and organizational skills are essential.
- Work well in a team environment and be able to excel in a collaborative environment.
- Previous teaching or facilitation experience is required experience at the post-secondary level is preferred.
- Undergraduate degree is required; a Masters Degree is an asset.
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Job classification: INSTRUCTOR - S4001
Hourly Range: $38.18 to $48.32
# of positions: 1
Position End Date: August 31 2026
Posting closing date: August 19 2025
About SAIT
SAIT is a global leader in applied education. Named one of Albertas Top Employers we offer the chance to work with a purpose preparing the next generation of industry leaders entrepreneurs advocates and explorers.
Building on our 100 year history were looking for innovative bold and collaborative employees who embrace change and deliver world-class customer experiences. Your future starts now at SAIT.
Equity diversity and inclusion (EDI) is essential to achieving SAITs vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women Indigenous people racialized people people with disabilities people from gender and sexually diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about EDI at SAIT.
At SAIT we understand that experience comes in many forms. Were dedicated to adding diverse perspectives to SAIT - so if your experience is close to what were looking for please consider applying.
SAIT is committed to supporting persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We will work with applicants to provide accommodations upon request to the Talent Advisor.
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Career opportunities at SAIT will always be posted on the SAIT career site and we encourage applicants to only apply directly through there. When your application is completed you will receive an email confirmation if you did not receive one please check your junk mail or try applying through the SAIT career page again.
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