Adjunct Instructor - Blacksmith

SAIT’s Centre for Continuing Education and Professional Studies focuses on the non-credit programming for the individual learner. We create courses and programs for life-long learning with career at our core. Our courses range from exploring general interests to up-skilling for career advancement and reskilling for career changes. We complete all background activities required to set up our products for students to purchase and experience several delivery options.

This Continuing Education instructional opportunity is scheduled to deliver classes in-person on campus.

WELD 011 - By Hammer and Hand Blacksmithing

Schedule:

July 11, 2023 to July 15, 2023

• Tuesday July 11 - 6pm - 9pm
• Location: In-Person - Point Trotter Campus
• Thursday July 13 - 6pm - 9pm
• Saturday July 15 - 12pm - 2pm

The Role

• Achievement of School initiatives and Objectives
• Present lessons, lectures, assignments, quizzes, exams, lab activities and lab demonstrations for learners if applicable given the course outline
• Maintain contact with relevant industry sectors
• Adhere to all safety legislation, guidelines and safety standards as required
• Show personal interest in the learner and create a climate conducive to optimal learning
• All other duties as required for the position
• Attend all SAIT training as required
• Be an active and engaged member of the School
• Maintain records for the purposes of grading, assessing professionalism and tracking attendance in both theory and lab classes if given the course outline
• Provide on-going support, guidance and advice to students
• Manage the classroom or lab to ensure a positive learning environment

Qualifications

• Experience with videoconferencing technology (MS Teams, WebX, Skype or Zoom)
• Ability to read, interpret and deliver specific curriculum
• Comfortable speaking to the public
• 5+ years of industry experience and knowledge of shop safety, operating a gas forge, and proper tool selection and handling
• Experience and fluency with Office 365 (MS Word, Outlook and PowerPoint)
• Fluent in English reading and vocabulary
• Ability to organize and present written information
• 2+ years of experience in training or teaching
• Experience executing restoration and commissioned projects
• Extensive experience designing and making architectural metalwork
• Positive & respectful attitude
• Excellent communication skills

Desired:

• Experience with a Learning Management System (Brightspace or Moodle is an asset)
• Previous teaching experience
• Formal training in online technologies
• Formal training or education in facilitation or teaching
• Training and knowledge of adult learning fundamentals

Job location: SAIT - Point Trotter Campus

Job classification: Adjunct Instructor

# of positions: 1

Posting closing date: Open until suitable candidate is found

Position end date: August 31, 2023

About SAIT

SAIT is a global leader in applied education. Named one of Alberta’s Top Employers, we offer the chance to work with a purpose — preparing the next generation of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, advocates and explorers.

Building on our 100+ year history, we’re looking for innovative, bold and collaborative employees who embrace change and deliver world-class customer experiences. Your future starts now at SAIT.

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