Instructor, Residential Framing

Established in 1976, the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT) is a First Nation governed post-secondary institution. Recognized under provincial legislation, the Institute has been conferred authority to grant certificates and diplomas. SIIT welcomes over 2400 students into our urban and community programs annually as well as serving over 6000 clients through our eight Career Centres across the province. The Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies is playing a significant role in Saskatchewan's economic future. You can contribute to that success while building your career.

**Nature and Scope**

Instructors report directly to their applicable coordinator and are located across the province of Saskatchewan in various educational settings. The incumbent instructs SIIT students in the classroom, laboratory or shop environments and assists during consultation hours. As an employee of SIIT, positively promote and create an environment that demonstrates SIIT's vision, mission and mandate.

**General Accountability**

As the educational leader in the classroom, instructors will be responsible for delivering SIIT programs and curricula with the purpose of promoting student success. Working collaboratively with a team of educational professionals, instructors will demonstrate a strong commitment to create and maintain a creative and positive learning environment at SIIT.

**Specific Accountabilities**

**Instruction and Administration**
- Deliver course related material
- Complete all course-related materials including attendance records and course evaluations
- Maintain program equipment, shop facilities and materials to ensure a safe and organized work environment
- Incorporate current technology advancements within all aspects of instruction and administration
- Use appropriate methods of instruction, modeling, coaching, etc. to facilitate student learning
- Use appropriate methods of evaluating and recording student progress within set time frames
- Seek professional development opportunities to keep current and relevant in applicable teaching areas, educational standards, industry trends, and best practices

**Student Success**
- Under the direction of the Manager, organize, supervise and/or monitor work practicum experiences
- Make recommendations to modify course objectives, course outlines, curriculum and evaluation procedures

**Relationship Management & Leadership**
- Adhere to and promote academic regulations and SIIT policies and procedures
- Attend and positively contribute during staff, department, and institute meetings
- Foster a positive, collaborative and professional working relationship among students, coworkers and partners across the institution
- Develop and maintain respectful relations through the use of problem solving and constructive resolution of student issues
- Maintain classroom, shop and laboratory discipline and, if necessary, recommend action to applicable supervisor regarding student behavior, including formal student disciplinary action
- Ensure a positive, diverse and inclusive work and learning environment

**Required Qualifications and Experience**

Journeyman certification in carpentry is preferred, with related work experience in the construction industry. For success in this position a genuine commitment to help students learn and succeed is required. Prior teaching experience would be preferred. Knowledge of First Nations culture and organizations is an asset. An understanding of adult learning theories and principles is considered an asset.

**Required Competencies**

In addition to the knowledge gained from years of experience, the following performance competencies are considered essential to this position. _Flexible and Adaptable, Effective Communication, _Relationship Building, Results Oriented, Student Focus, Communication (Instructional), Knowledge and Expertise, Teamwork._