Continuous Instructor, Denturist Technology Program

The Denturist Technology program offers a challenging opportunity for those individuals interested in providing direct patient care in oral health services. The program is designed to provide students with the theoretical, technical, and clinical experiences required to assess, diagnose, design, fabricate and insert both complete and partial removable dentures.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Prepare and present learning outcomes and activities in a classroom, laboratory and clinical setting
- 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
- Provide patient treatment and appointment management as required
- Evaluate the learning process
- Provide early and on-going coaching and tutoring for students to maximize student success and retention
- Respond to student and/or patient issues
- Utilize appropriate educational technology for presentations, communications and program promotions
- Maintain professional and ethical relationships with students, patients and colleagues
- Actively participate in the strategies of NAIT’s Academic Model 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**:

- Demonstrate a desire to contribute to NAIT and the School of Health and Life Sciences.
- Passion for teaching and dedication to student engagement and success.
- Well-developed communication, interpersonal, organizational and classroom management skills.
- Collaborative team player.
- Knowledge of MS Office and various learning management tools.
- Dedicated to life-long learning and NAIT’s values.

**Qualifications**:

- A diploma in Denturist Technology from a recognized post-secondary institute
- Three years or more of recent relevant experience
- Registered or eligible for registration with the College of Alberta Denturists

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS).

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

Instructor salary grid $65,218.00 - $113,452.00 annually. However, starting salary for new hires averages between $78,998.00 - $85,889.00 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**

We are proud to have been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 13 consecutive years. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.

People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. We offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, we offer paid time off between Christmas and New Year's.

NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.

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