Instructor, Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) - Jobs in Corman Park

Job Description

Established in 1976, the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT) is a First Nation governed post-secondary institution. Recognized under provincial legislation, the Institute has been conferred authority to grant certificates and diplomas. SIIT welcomes over 2400 students into our urban and community programs annually as well as serving over 6000 clients through our eight Career Centres across the province. The Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies is playing a significant role in Saskatchewan #39;s economic future. You can contribute to that success while building your career.As the educational leader in the classroom, the Mechanic (Millwright) Instructor will be responsible for delivering SIIT programs and curricula with the purpose of promoting student success. Working collaboratively with a team of educational professionals, instructors will demonstrate a strong commitment to create and maintain a creative and positive learning environment at SIIT. Instructors are required to keep current with developments in their subject area, instructional resources and methods, and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities to suit the individual needs of their students. The incumbent will be required to organize the curriculum to create a learning environment that guides and promotes student success. These include the following broad areas of accountability:

• Deliver course related material
• Complete all course-related materials including attendance records and course evaluations
• Maintain program equipment, shop facilities and materials to ensure a safe and organized work environment
• Incorporate current technology advancements within all aspects of instruction and administration
• Use appropriate methods of instruction, modeling, coaching, etc. to facilitate student learning
• Use appropriate methods of evaluating and recording student progress within set time frames
• Seek professional development opportunities to keep current and relevant in applicable teaching areas, educational standards, industry trends, and best practices
• Under the direction of the Program Coordinator, organize, supervise and/or monitor work practicum experiences
• Make recommendations to modify course objectives, course outlines, curriculum and evaluation procedures
• Adhere to and promote academic regulations and SIIT policies and procedures
• Attend and positively contribute during staff, department, and institute meetings
• Develop and maintain respectful relations through the use of problem solving and constructive resolution of student issues
• Maintain classroom, shop and laboratory discipline and, if necessary, recommend action to applicable supervisor regarding student behavior, including formal student disciplinary action
• Ensure a positive, diverse and inclusive work and learning environment
• Foster a positive, collaborative and professional working relationship among students, coworkers and partners across the institution

Required Competencies: Flexibleamp; Adaptable, Effective Communication, Relationship Building, Results Oriented, Student Focus, Communication (Instructional), Knowledgeamp; Expertise, TeamworkRequired Qualifications and Experience: Red Seal Journeyman certification, Industrial Mechanics, with extensive work experience in the industry. Plus a minimum of three (3) years of experience instructing Industrial Millwright apprenticeship technical training is mandatory for this position. For success in this position a genuine commitment to help students learn and succeed is required. Prior teaching experience would be preferred. Knowledge of First Nations #39; culture and organizations is an asset. An understanding of adult learning theories and principles is considered an asset.As this position is considered safety sensitive, the incumbent will be subject to testing as per SIIT #39;s Alcohol and Substances policy.