Continuous Instructor, Respiratory Therapy Program

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Please Note: This competition is limited to current NAIT staff.

The NAIT Respiratory Therapy Program, in the School of Health Sciences, has a Permanent part-time instructor (0.5 FTE) opening on their team at the Edmonton campus. The successful candidate will be an energetic leader of students, have well-developed communication, interpersonal and organizational skills, be committed to student motivation and achievement, work independently within established policies, be dedicated to a service model, and work cooperatively as a team member.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and present learning outcomes and activities in a classroom, lab and/or clinical setting
• Manage instructional delivery and set the tone and climate for a safe and effective learning environment
• Evaluate the learning process
• 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
• Maintain professional and ethical relationships with students and colleagues
• Actively participate in business plan objectives as identified by the institute
• Utilize regular student feedback to identify and implement instructional improvement
• Improve the quality of instruction through professional development activities
• Attend staff meetings

Skills & Abilities:

• Basic computer skills are required.
• Experience in delivery of adult education is desirable.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Diploma in Respiratory Therapy from a recognized post-secondary institute with a minimum of 2 years of related experience is required.
• A related bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Must be registered or eligible for registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta (CRTA).

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

Remuneration

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

Instructor salary grid $32, $56,531.93 annually. However, starting salary for new hires averages between $39, $42,797.69 annually (based on an work week) annually based on education and experience with room for negotiations. (Classification – Instructor).

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 14 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.

NAIT is committed to fostering a safe environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Centre for Community and Belonging (CCB) and our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any accommodations, please connect with us at