Credit-Free Instructor, Microsoft Excel

About the Role

The Faculty is seeking professionals interested in contributing their expertise to teach Microsoft Excel courses that are required for the following programs:

• Administrative Assistant Extension Certificate
• MS Excel Certificate of Completion
• MS Office Essentials Extension Certificate

We are seeking instructors with the ability to teach the following courses:

• XCSS 10001 MS Excel, Level 1
• XCSS 10003 MS Excel, Level 2
• XCSS 10004 MS Excel, Level 3

Please visit our website via the linked text for further program and course details.

Responsibilities

• Review and become familiar with approved course content, concepts, materials, and the learning management system (LMS) course site.
• Comply with Mount Royal University and Continuing Education policies, procedures, and confidentiality standards.
• Plan course schedule and update course outline, as required.
• Attend instructor meetings, as required.
• Deliver approved course content and learning activities.
• Assess and grade learner assignments and assessments.
• Provide timely learner communication, feedback, and support, including course announcements through the LMS and individual meetings, as required.
• Facilitate scheduled online class meetings, as required.
• Communicate with the programming team throughout the duration of the course, as required.
• Submit learner final grades.
• Participate in grade reviews and appeals, as required.
• Provide feedback and recommendations to the programming team regarding course delivery and the learner experience.

Qualifications

• Effective facilitation/instructional skills in adult learning environments.
• Proficiency with the D2L learning management system or equivalent.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace (including Google Meet).
• Understanding of the principles of adult education.
• Professionalism (including excellent communication skills).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Continuous learning mindset.
• Working knowledge of copyright and APA citation is an asset.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel appropriate to the course level.
• Practical experience using Microsoft Excel in professional or workplace settings.
• Ability to explain and demonstrate software functions through practical, task-based instruction.
• Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Associate or Excel Expert certification, or equivalent, is considered an asset.