Continuous Instructor, Baking

1 month ago


Edmonton, Canada NAIT Full time

As NAIT continues to grow its student body and lead the way in hands-on learning, we are recruiting skilled and passionate individuals to help inspire and train current and future industry professionals and become part of Canada’s leading polytechnic.

The Baking and Pastry Arts diploma focuses on teaching students the art and science of bread, cake and pastry making, including:

- Cake design
- Confectionary training (chocolate & sugar)
- Artisan-style baking

There is also a focus on culinary fundamentals, international and specialty baking, baking alternative diets, business, customer service and showpiece making.
- have strong technical knowledge in baking and pastry arts.
- be able to work both independently and within a team environment
- bring passion, enthusiasm, and ideas that will positively contribute to the advancement and growth of the program and the culture of our collaborative and dynamic team

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Prepare and present learning outcomes and activities in a classroom, laboratory and industry setting
- Participate in curriculum development, program reviews and course reviews
- Facilitate the learning process by utilizing instructional strategies that ensure efficient and effective delivery of course materials
- Manage instructional delivery and set the tone and climate for a safe and effective learning environment
- Create assessment tools to evaluate the learning process and maintain progress records
- Provide early and on-going coaching and tutoring for students to maximize student success and retention
- Respond to student issues
- Utilize appropriate educational technology for presentations, communications and program promotions
- Maintenance and/or submission of program/student records accurately and promptly
- Maintain professional and ethical relationships with students, colleagues, and industry partners
- Actively participate in the strategies of NAIT’s Strategic Plan and NAIT’s Academic Plan as identified by the institute
- Utilize regular student feedback to identify and implement instructional improvement
- Improve the quality of instruction through professional development activities
- Other duties as assigned

**Skills & Abilities**:

- Excellent interpersonal Skills
- Strong desire to help students succeed
- Excellent communication skills
- Knowledge of computers

**Qualifications**:

- High School Diploma
- Completion of Baking Journeyperson ticket or provincial equivalent including Inter-Provincial Red Seal required;
- Minimum 5 years recent industry experience after completion of Journeyperson ticket.
- Teaching experience an asset

**Remuneration**: Will commensurate with education and experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Instructor salary grid $64,254 - $111,775 annually. However, starting salary for new hires averages between $77,831 - $84,620 annually based on education and experience with room for negotiations. (Classification - Instructor).
- This position is covered by the NAIT Academic Staff Association (NASA) Collective Agreement_

**Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.**

**About NAIT**

At NAIT, people matter.

We’re proud to have been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 12 consecutive years. Developing an engaging, supportive and rewarding work culture is something we take seriously. We know that people are our biggest asset - they are what makes NAIT a great place to work.

**What we offer**

We’ve created a benefits package that focuses on health and wellness, professional and personal growth, recognition, and work-life balance.

NAIT is a flexible workplace and depending on the nature of your role, you may request flexible work arrangements with respect to where and when you work, including being on-campus full-time, working off-site, or a combination of the two.

Employees also have access to excellent vacation time, paid time off between Christmas and New Year's, a strong recognition program, learning opportunities, 2 annual all-staff professional development days and so much more.

**Health and safety**

You can find the latest information on NAIT’s response to COVID-19 at nait.ca/covid19.

**Additional requirements**

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada who have not had them previously assessed should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)

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