In order to ensure your application is received by NAIT for thorough review and consideration, please apply directly through our Careers site at www.nait.ca/careers

NOTE: This is a temporary position ending on or before August 18, 2023.

NAIT is a leader in polytechnic business education as one of the largest business schools in Western Canada. Educating more than 6,000 students, the JR Shaw School of Business is essential to business in Alberta, Canada and beyond. Our graduates are highly sought after as leaders in creating economic, social, and environmental value. The JR Shaw School of Business harnesses the power of a polytechnic education approach by providing relevant, multi-disciplinary business education integrated with industry partnerships and technology. We offer a range of credentials from certificates, diplomas and post-diploma certificates to baccalaureate degrees that are fully recognized by professional industry bodies and post-secondary partners alike.

The Accounting and Analytics department is currently recruiting casual instructors to teach various courses during the day for the Spring/Summer 2023 term (May 8 – August 18). Most course sections require in-person instruction at NAIT’s main campus for two hours, twice per week. Reporting to the Program Chair, the casual instructor is an academic position. The successful candidate will possess expert skill and knowledge in a particular field as well as currency of practice in that field. NAIT provides exceptional support for those new to instruction, however, prior experience in teaching and learning may be an asset. Instructional excellence is essential to the achievement of NAIT’s mission and the fulfillment of our Promises to Alberta, Industry, Students and Staff.

Areas of Expertise Currently Sought:

• Financial accounting
• Managerial accounting
• Taxation
• Sage 50
• Business analytics and data visualization

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct classroom/lab instruction utilizing appropriate instructional strategies to maximize student motivation and learning.
• Evaluate the learning process: ensure learning is evaluated in a reliable and timely manner providing appropriate feedback to students.
• Provide coaching or referral for students having difficulties, to maximize retention and student success.
• Use an institute approved process to solicit feedback on instruction from students and use the results to improve instructional delivery.
• Maintain professional ethical relationships with students and colleagues; respond professionally to student issues and concerns; submit marks/records promptly.
• In accordance with a designated framework, utilize appropriate educational technology (learning management system) for communications.
• Follow and adhere to NAIT policies, procedures, and academic regulations.

Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrate a desire to contribute to NAIT and the JR Shaw School of Business.
• Excellent instructional skills with a commitment to teaching undergraduate students through a variety of delivery modes.
• Passion for teaching and dedication to student engagement and success.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office and various learning management tools is an asset.

Qualifications:

• Professional Accounting Designation (Chartered Professional Accountant) for accounting courses.
• Relevant computer science background for data visualization course.
• Strong interpersonal and team skills.
• Energetic leader dedicated to a service model with a strong orientation to student success and satisfaction and empathetic toward student needs.
• Master’s Degree desirable.
• Previous instructional experience desirable.

Remuneration: $4,455.00 - $5,940.00 per course assignment. (Based on course hours).

For those individuals who have held previous contracts with NAIT, please ensure that you re-submit your expression of interest through this process for further consideration.

Thank you for your application; only those selected for an interview or to move on to the next step in the contracting process will be contacted.

Please submit a resume and Cover Letter to be considered for this opportunity.

About NAIT

At NAIT, people matter.

We’re proud to have been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 11 consecutive years. Developing an engaging, supportive and rewarding work culture is something we take seriously. We know that people are our biggest asset – they are what makes NAIT a great place to work.

At NAIT, you are part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff and industry clients and partners. The NAIT culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity and accountability. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada.

What we offer

NAIT is a flexible workplace and depending on the nature of your role, you may request flexible work arrangements with respect to where and when you work, including being on-campus full-time, working off-site, or a combination of the two.

Health and safety

NAIT continues to encourage everyone coming to our campuses to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and to get their booster shots as soon as they are eligible. Vaccination against COVID-19 remains the best way to prevent severe illness and death, and third doses can boost immunity to improve protection and limit spread.

Additional requirements

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada who have not had them previously assessed should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)

www.alberta.ca/iqas-contact.aspx.

Accommodations

NAIT is an inclusive employer and strives to hire a diverse workforce. If you are contacted by us regarding a job opportunity, please don’t hesitate to advise if you require any accommodation during the selection process. Please contact us via email at careers@nait.ca.

We thank you for your application however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.