Instructor, Mental Health & Wellness

Instructor, Addictions, Community, & Mental Health Professional

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 nine 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.

SIIT is recruiting for an Instructor, Addictions, Community, & Mental Health Professional. As the educational leader in the classroom, the Instructor in the Addictions, Community, & Mental Health Professional program will be responsible for delivering SIIT programs and curricula, with the purpose of promoting student success. This position is to organize and implement instructional activities which create a learning environment that guides and provides the greatest opportunity for student success.

It will positively promote and create an environment that demonstrates SIIT's vision, mission, and mandate.

• Prepare lesson plans and appropriate planning documents for course delivery
• Incorporate current technology advancements within instruction and administration where applicable
• Complete all course-required materials including attendance records and course evaluations
• Use appropriate methods of evaluating and recording student progress within set time frames
• Ensure a positive, diverse and inclusive work and learning environment
• Adhere to and promote academic regulations and SIIT policies and procedures
• Maintain classroom and shop discipline and, if necessary, recommend action to applicable supervisor regarding student behavior, including formal student disciplinary action
• Make recommendations to modify course objectives, course outlines, curriculum and evaluation procedures
• Engage learners in experiencing a balance of contemporary learning, as well as Indigenous knowledge with a holistic approach

• Flexible & Adaptable
• Effective Communication
• Relationship Building
• Results Oriented
• Student Focus
• Communication (Instructional)
• Knowledge & Expertise
• Teamwork

• Bachelor of Education, Bachelor of Social Work, or related degree is required
• Understanding of adult learning theories and principles is considered an asset
• Genuine commitment to help students learn and succeed is required
• Prior teaching experience would be preferred
• Ability to understand and incorporate contemporary methodologies with a complementary Indigenous worldview and pedagogy is an asset
• Knowledge of First Nations cultures and organizations would be an asset

August 17, 2026 - June 15, 2027