Instrumentation and Control Technician Instructor - Sessional

Instrumentation and Control Technician Instructor - Sessional

School of Trades and Technology is looking for one Sessional Instructor for the 2026/27 Academic Year to teach and develop curriculum in the Instrumentation and Control Technician Apprenticeship program. The position will begin on August 11, 2026.

• Maintain, develop, and instruct the theory and shop components of the Alberta Instrumentation and Control Technician Apprenticeship program.
• Ongoing planning and curriculum review.
• Participate in school, program, and other polytechnic service committees, program promotion and student recruitment.

• Alberta Journeyperson Certificate as Instrumentation and Control Technician.
• Minimum 5 years post‑Journeyperson work experience.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Aptitude for mentoring and coaching others.
• Comfortable with public speaking and able to convey course topics to diverse students and learning styles.

• Experience teaching post‑secondary learners through both in‑person and online formats.
• Journeyperson certification in one or more additional related trades.
• Management or leadership experience.

Red Deer Polytechnic offers a comprehensive benefits package including Alberta Blue Cross extended health and dental plans, a health spending account, opportunities for professional development funding, and a tuition waiver for RDP credit courses for the instructor and their immediate family. Paid time off is provided during institutional closures between Christmas and New Year general holidays, and an additional 8% of the regular salary is offered in lieu of vacation.

Red Deer Polytechnic fosters an inclusive learning and working environment where everyone can bring their full selves and share their unique talents. We are committed to being responsive to the evolving needs of our diverse community. We believe in an inclusive workplace that is fair, equitable, supportive, welcoming and respectful. We recognize, value, and leverage differences in identity, ability, background, culture, skill, experience and perspective.

Our practices are guided by the principles of the Alberta Human Rights Act and support the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action. If you believe you have the skills and equivalent experience to contribute to this role, we encourage you to apply. Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code.

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