Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics Instructor – Sessional

Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics Instructor – Sessional Please see Special Instructions for more details.

The position is open until filled, the first review of applications will be August 27, 2026.

Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics Instructor – Sessional

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.

The School of Trades and Technology is seeking a Sessional Instructor to teach in the Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics diploma. The successful candidate will be expected to take a leadership role as we expand our course and program offerings in Computer Science and Information Technology. Responsibilities of Full-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
• Contributing to course and program curriculum development and renewal
• Engaging in scholarly activity within the domains of Ernest Boyer’s model: scholarship of discovery, application, integration, and teaching
• Working collegially within department, School, or Institution committees and project teams

The School of Trades and Technology at Red Deer Polytechnic is a growing, learner-centered community that advances the mission of Red Deer Polytechnic to strengthen and enrich the intellectual, economic, cultural, and social development of Central Alberta. The School of Trades and Technology contributes to the vitality and strength of the economy and businesses of Central Alberta through the development of graduates that work and excel in the region.

The School of Trades and Technology contributes to Red Deer Polytechnic’s comprehensive mix of programming, offering learners a range of credentials including certificates, post-diploma and graduate certificates, diplomas, university transfer programs, and collaborative degrees. We continue to evolve as a School, seeking opportunities to offer innovative new programs and credentials to serve our learners. Our…