Instructor, Early Learning And Child Care

INSTRUCTOR, EARLY LEARNING AND CHILD CARE
FACULTY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
NorQuesters are difference makers and we’re searching for people dedicated to making a difference to join our Faculty of Arts and Sciences team as term full-time and Casual Instructors in our Early Learning and Child Care program starting in August 2023.
Our Early Learning and Child Care program is designed to prepare learners to practice in community programs that support children, combining theory and practice to help learners prepare for Early Childhood Education level 2 and level 3 certifications from Alberta Children’s Services. If you are looking for a rewarding position and are ready to join our Quest in developing students to transition into Child Care consider joining our team in this enticing opportunity. Our program is growing and we offer classes in person, online real time and we are developing asynchronous delivery options. We run classes in the daytime, the evening and occasionally on Saturdays. This position will require flexible hours - please indicate in your cover letter if you're interested in term and/or casual positions and your availability for the noted days and times. All positions commence in the Fall 2023 term.
How You'll Make a Difference

• Provide formative and summative evaluation and feedback to students in a timely fashion which supports learning gain.
• Prepare and facilitate outdoor play and learning activities.
• Support learners from a variety of backgrounds and diverse populations through the program.
• Supervise practicums in partnership with the College’s Work Integrated Learning team.
• Ensure that plans and developed materials adhere to standards developed by the program area.
• Prepare and facilitate laboratory activities.
• Work with students to improve learning and practical skills.
• Deliver courses and maintain student records.
• Prepare learning materials according to college and program guidelines suitable for adult students.
• Evaluate effectiveness and appropriateness of lesson delivery, assignments and activities.
• Prepare supplemental materials as needed.
• Deliver high quality instruction which facilitates highest possible learning gain among adult students.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, in combination with relevant experience. A Masters degree in a related field is preferred.
• If your education was received internationally we will need an international education assessment through IQAS , WES , or one of the other nationally designated organizations if you're the successful candidate.
• Vulnerable sector check within the last 30 days.
• 5+ years' of experience working in Child Care with increasing responsibility.
• Familiarity with the Alberta Curriculum Framework (FLIGHT)

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?
As a Difference Maker You Bring

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with learner management systems (i.e. Moodle, Adobe Connect, PeopleSoft student) and computer programs (i.e. Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Previous instructional experience in a post-secondary environment and course work in adult education, with evidence of student-centered teaching excellence is an asset.
• A solid understanding of and appreciation for the child and youth care profession.

SALARY: Reflective upon what you bring AKA your education and experience. This is a Faculty role therefore the pay range is quite large, the Faculty Association agreement outlines how pay is determined. Casual roles include 11.2% in lieu of vacation, and term positions include immediate access to our great benefits program. Please indicate in your cover letter if you're interested in casual and/or full-time term opportunities.
COMPETITION NUMBER: 2023-3997
CLOSING DATE: June 2, 2023 at 11:59 PM MDT
Apply to become a NorQuester: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.
Psst: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.
Difference Makers. If we were to describe what NorQuest College is, we’d say these two words. We are so fundamentally driven in our mission to make a difference to our students, our community, and to our fellow NorQuesters, that it guides what we do, who we meet, and where we are headed.
So how do we make differences?

• We unlock potential. Whether its newcomers to Canada who want to improve their English, students who want to complete their academic upgrading, learners pursuing post-secondary education, or anyone who wishes to strengthen their skills through professional development, our passion to educate touches people of all levels and all backgrounds.
• We empower NorQuesters. When it comes to working, it’s up to you to decide where (on campus or from another location) and how you work. NorQuesters are expected to embody our Qs—lead from where you are, be dependable, find ways forward—to name a few, but how you do that is your choice!
• We strengthen Alberta. From our graduates who hit the ground running, to our partnerships with government, industry, and business, to our commitment to communities, including a dedicated focus on Indigenous communities, we contribute to our province and make it stronger. We strive to be an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis and Inuit people in Canada by leading, supporting, and being an ally through our work toward decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

And that’s a snapshot of how we are Difference Makers. But there’s so much more to us and we invite you to explore further !