Instructor, Childhood Studies

Required Qualifications

• Masters in Early Childhood Education
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and the ability to facilitate adult learning.
• Demonstrated excellence in planning, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and classroom management skills.

An equivalent combination of education, experience, and knowledge acceptable by the College may also be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with online learning environments/teaching – (Moodle).
• Experience with infant care, child care and/or school-aged care.
• Understanding of Alberta’s Child Care Licensing regulations.
• Experience instructing adults at a college level.
• Experience working with community organizations and children’s programs.
• Experience working with students with exceptionalities.
• Understanding of Flight: Alberta’s Early Learning and Care Framework.

Job Description
Keyano College is a comprehensive community institution in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. Stretching from north-central Alberta to the borders of Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories, Wood Buffalo is one of the largest municipalities in Canada. Keyano College meets both the training and skills acquisition needs of industry, and the personal enrichment and cultural needs of the Wood Buffalo community. The College provides lifelong, relevant, and practical learning opportunities and is committed to increasing access to post-secondary programs.
 
The School of Health and Human Services is currently seeking a Childhood Studies Instructor. This position will be responsible for:

• Instruction of academic courses within the Childhood Studies Department (Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) and Educational Assistant (EA) programs)
• Practicum supervision of students in community placements
• Maintaining office hours and student mentorship/engagement
• Engaging with community stakeholders
• Maintaining professional competence and knowledge of subject matter

Note: This position may include evening and weekend instructional hours.

Advertised Salary: $71,785.48 to $121,523.99/annum (Based upon educational and experience qualifications, plus an attractive benefits package).