Mathematics Instructor - Part TIme

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Mathematics Instructor - Part TIme

Faculty at Red Deer Polytechnic:

Are passionate about teaching, learning, and student success.

Pursue professional learning to continually enhance their practice and their discipline.

Are recognized for their contributions to both local and global communities.

As Red Deer Polytechnic’s future takes shape, growing our breadth of credentials (to include our own degrees) and programs, our institution has high expectations of our amazing faculty. But we do recognize that new hires may not have all the skills and experiences when applying. We want you to know that there is some flexibility to develop your talents over time.

The initial focus for new faculty will be on teaching and student success with lots of opportunity for professional development, growth and collaboration. Red Deer Polytechnic ( RDP ) is committed to all faculty acquiring the identified Key Attributes over time.

The faculty member combines discipline expertise with evidence based teaching to facilitate effective and varied learning experiences.

The faculty member encourages student success in an engaging, supportive environment by being responsive to student needs and ideas.

The faculty member engages in the continuous pursuit of knowledge to maintain currency in their discipline and their teaching practice.

The faculty member has the opportunity to pursue impactful scholarly and creative activities and disseminates knowledge that advances the discipline, enhances the reputation of Red Deer Polytechnic, and improves communities.

The faculty member values engagement, contributing knowledge and their own expertise to the betterment of Red Deer Polytechnic and local communities, as well as discipline-based, national, and global communities.

Faculty Profile

The School of Trades and Technology is seeking a Part-Time Instructor to teach MATH 1260:
Higher Arithmetic in Fall 2026. This course is designed for students in the Elementary Education program.

Responsibilities of Part-Time Faculty at the School of Trades and Technology include (but are not limited to):

• Delivering courses congruent with established course curricula and program outcomes
• Supporting the success of students with diverse cultural and educational backgrounds and learning styles
• Assessing student learning in ways that both facilitate learning and ensure achievement against appropriate academic standards
• Inspiring students by exhibiting enthusiasm for teaching, learning, and subject material
• Working collegially within department, School, or Institution committees and project teams

Red Deer Polytechnic’s School of Trades and Technology is a multidisciplinary school committed to innovation, applied learning, and student success across a broad spectrum of programs. Our Science and Computing programs are rapidly growing, offering certificates, diplomas, university transfer options, and collaborative degrees that prepare students for careers in research, industry, health, and technology.

In addition to our expanding Science and Computing programs, we are Alberta’s third-largest provider of Skilled Trades Apprenticeship training, offering 17 trades and two Engineering Technology diplomas. RDP is a major sponsor of Skills Canada Alberta and has seen many of our students excel in Skills competitions provincially, nationally, and at World Skills.

Our School’s strength lies in its diversity—where future scientists, engineers, and technology professionals learn alongside apprentices in state-of-the-art facilities, with access to innovation centres and cutting-edge equipment. Faculty across all disciplines prioritize excellence in teaching, industry engagement, and meaningful experiential learning opportunities. Whether in the sciences, computing fields, trades or engineering technology, our graduates are known for being skilled, adaptable, and ready to contribute to the evolving needs of Central Alberta and beyond.

• Bachelor’s degree with a Major in Mathematics

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