Instructor, Communication & Liberal Arts Studies
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30+ days ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Academic Services is focused on supporting SAITs schools and departments in their pursuit of SAITs strategic priorities. Academic Services brings together several academic development delivery and quality assurance units with a common goal: student success. Academic Services provides unique flexible support programing designed to help learners succeed in their chosen SAIT career program.
The Opportunity
We are currently hiring casual instructors to teach Communication and Liberal Arts Studies courses starting in Winter 2026. Subject matter domains include:
Communication and presentation skills
Business and technical writing
Capstone project
Most courses are scheduled to run as daytime offerings and can be scheduled Monday to Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Most courses are delivered in person at SAITs main campus with one course held at the Aero Centre. Reporting to the Academic Chair Communication and Liberal Arts Studies you have a passion for teaching diverse students thrive on sharing knowledge and enjoy coaching students to succeed and think critically. You will be responsible for teaching communication and interpersonal skills through an experiential (task-based) learning lens.
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
- Instruct Communication and Liberal Arts Studies courses
- Prepare in-class and study materials for learners
- Evaluate student progress and achievement providing timely formative feedback
- Provide ongoing support guidance and advice to learners
- Stay abreast of emerging pedagogical issues and educational technologies
- Attend department meetings and SAITs instructor training program
Qualifications & Experience
- Masters degree or higher in Communication Studies English or a related discipline
- Minimum of 3 years post-secondary teaching experience in a relevant discipline
- Graduate education and/or work experience in adult education would be an asset
- Good computer skills and experience teaching technology-enhanced courses are required
- Subject-matter expertise in both written and verbal communication presentations teamwork job search packages networking interpersonal skills research methods
- Proficiency with learning management systems specifically D2L/Brightspace
- Background in adult education
- Ability to collaborate with Academic Chairs and faculty across SAIT
- Willingness to collaborate with colleagues on the Communication and Liberal Arts Studies team
- Expertise in a variety of teaching modalities including face-to-face online blended
Job classification: INSTRUCTOR - S4001
Hourly Range: $38.18 - $46.46
# of positions: 10
Position End Date: April 30 2026
Posting closing date: Until position is filled
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.
Community and Belonging 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 aboutCommunity and Belonging 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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Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Lesson Planning
- Special Education
- Conflict Management
- Teaching
- Creative Arts
- Digital Art
- Experience with Children
- Word Processing
About Company
The Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) offers hands-on degree, diploma, certificate, continuing education and corporate training programs to develop the skills and knowledge employers demand.
