Casual Instructor, Materials Engineering Technology

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This is a casual position from November 1, 2026 until December 23, 2026.

The successful candidate will be an energetic, empathetic, and student focused instructor with a demonstrated commitment to motivating learners and supporting academic achievement. They will bring strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, along with proven experience delivering adult education in a postsecondary or skills-based learning environment. Proficiency with a variety of computer programs and systems, as well as the ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively, is essential.

• Prepare and present learning outcomes and activities in classroom and laboratory settings
• Organize and supervise practical assignments
• 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
• Evaluate the learning process and provide meaningful feedback to students
• Respond to student issues
• Utilize appropriate educational technology for presentations, communications, and program promotions
• Maintain professional and ethical relationships with students and colleagues
• Utilize regular student feedback to identify and implement instructional improvement

This position will specifically need to be able to provide lectures and demonstration labs to 3rd Year Apprentice Welders;
Including:
Theory of basic metallurgy and heat treatment of steel Destructive Testing theory and demonstrations (hardness testing, tensile testing, Charpy impact testing, creep and fatigue testing, etc.) Non-Destructive Testing theory and demonstrations (Radiography, Ultrasonic Testing, Liquid Penetrant Inspection and Magnetic Particle Inspection)

• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive, respectful relationships with diverse learners and colleagues
• A strong commitment to student success, including motivating learners and supporting academic achievement
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, suitable for instructional, advisory, and collaborative settings
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and related educational technologies
• Technical ability to teach and demonstrate the topics above

• Materials Engineering Degree or Materials Engineering Technology Diploma, or equivalent engineering/engineering technologist level program
• Minimum 5 years experience in related industries would be an asset
• CGSB or ASNT NDT certifications would be an asset
• 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 $108.18/scheduled instruction hour

Classification - Instructor A This position is covered by the NAIT Academic Staff Association (NASA) Collective Agreement.

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