Instructor, Legal Assistant Program

At SAIT’s School of Business, we deliver cutting-edge programs that inspire learners and leaders to take action and get results. We are one of the largest business schools in Western Canada, we put significant stock in all things industry driven, starting with programs delivered by faculty who are experts in the field.

We’re proud to be recognized by CEO World Magazine’s Best Business Schools in the World as the second highest ranking Business School in Canada in 2023. Students and instructors benefit from our unique applied education model — working collaboratively with each other and industry.

The Opportunity

At the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT), we are the shapers, the makers, and the originals. Driven by a passion for excellence and impact, we offer action-based learning, solution-focused research, and enterprising collaborations with partners from around the world. We are a global leader in applied education, an Alberta Top Employer, and a destination workplace for people empowered to make a difference in the lives of students. Now is an exciting time to join this one-of-a-kind place…SAIT.

The School of Business is one of the largest business schools in Western Canada. Our faculty and staff are passionate about student success in an environment that values academic excellence, teamwork, collaboration, and driving innovation. We deliver programming to more than 3,800 students in credit programs and 10,000 registrants annually in our professional and leadership programs. Our degrees, diplomas, and certificates are aligned to industry and designed to meet the needs of today’s employers. Programming areas include accounting, financial services, human resources, management, supply chain, marketing, administrative, legal, and more.

We are currently recruiting for a full-time permanent instructor to teach law office skills courses, ranging from Legal Computer Applications I, II, III, Keyboarding, Legal Transcription, Legal Office Procedures, Legal Writing I and II, Law Office Simulation, and other legal skills-based courses as required.

The Role

Curriculum

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders of the program, and school and institution to support regular instructional and program quality improvement
• Champion current and innovative pedagogical practices, reflecting adult teaching methodologies and best practices
• Instructors are required to create learning activities and authentic assessments that encourage active and participatory learner engagement and an experiential classroom culture that promotes career-ready skills
• Cultivate and nurture inclusive learning environments and engage with students about their progress and success and excellence

In the Classroom

• Refer students to institutional supports and campus services including counselling, academic advising, tutoring, career advancement services, technology support, accessibility services, and financial support as required
• Manage and lead a safe, positive, inclusive, and dynamic learning environment that allows students to express, share, and challenge ideas respectfully
• Create a climate conducive to optimal learning
• Provide ongoing support, guidance, and advice to learners and potential learners
• Show personal interest in the learners
• Coordinate classroom delivery and assessments with faculty colleagues
• Ensure learner accommodations are correctly applied for learners with disabilities
• Evaluate student progress and facilitate student achievement
• Present courses, lesson plans, lectures, assignments, evaluations, examinations, and learning activities; include additional study materials for learners
• Respond to academic integrity concerns and report to Academic Chair for follow-up as required

Beyond the Classroom

• Contribute in a positive way to maintain a team environment
• Commitment to Professional Development and a continual learning culture
• Attend and engage in meetings, professional development opportunities, and beyond
• Promote and support SAIT’s and the School of Business mission statement and academic plans
• Maintain and develop relationships with academic colleagues
• Maintain and develop contacts in appropriate industry sectors

Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience is required, experience at the post-secondary level is preferred
• Undergraduate degree is required; a Master’s Degree is an asset
• Depth of knowledge and expertise in the legal industry, including office procedures and practices
• Work well in a team environment, and be able to excel in a collaborative environment
• An aptitude for digital literacy
• A minimum of 3 – 5 years of Industry Experience
• Demonstrated excellence in communication skills, both written and oral, as well as well-developed interpersonal and organizational skills are essential
• Comprehensive experience in technology, including extensive skill in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Adobe Acrobat, and other industry relevant software
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered

Job Classification: Instructor

# of positions: 1

Salary: $69,146 - $ 92,833

Posting End Date: July 21, 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.

Equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) is essential to achieving SAIT’s vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about EDI at SAIT.

At SAIT, we understand that experience comes in many forms. We’re dedicated to adding diverse perspectives to SAIT - so if your experience is close to what we’re looking for, please consider applying.

SAIT is committed to supporting persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We will work with applicants to provide accommodations upon request to the Talent Advisor.

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