Instructor, University Transfer

Location : Cold Lake, Lac La Biche or St. Paul campus

Position Type : Full-time continuous

Salary : Commensurate with education and experience

Job Number : 23-INSTR-37-PC

Closing Date : Until suitable candidate is found

About the Position

Portage College has an exciting opportunity for a highly passionate and motivated instructor to join the College’s university transfer department as a full-time science instructor.

The Instructor, University Transfer will promote and contribute to an exceptional learning experience by incorporating a student-centered learning environment in everyday practice.

Some of the responsibilities include :

• Prepare lessons and materials, and deliver instruction in the university transfer program area.
• Develop courses and curriculum in assigned courses and update as appropriate.
• Participate as a member of the College team in planning activities, program advisory committees, program review and renewal and in other College committees and meetings.
• Assist with the promotion of the university transfer program in the Portage College region by attending local marketing events.

Qualifications and Experience

• Masters or Doctorate degree in Human Biological Sciences.
• Previous experience instructing adult learners at a post-secondary institution would be beneficial.
• Experience engaging in applied research would be considered an asset.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge or experience with Moodle or other Learning Management Systems (LMS) would be an asset.
• Strong computer skills, especially with MS Office, is essential.
• Dynamic and flexible teaching style to work with a variety of learners.
• Successful applicant will be required to provide a current police information check.

About the College

Portage College has been serving the region for over 50 years and is a first choice post-secondary institution for learners in northeast Alberta.

You will find that we are a college that combines quality with innovation. In fact, Portage College is considered a leader when it comes to providing students with a flexible first-class educational experience.

We offer a wide range of programs in health and wellness, business, human services, university transfer, food sciences, trades and technology, native arts and culture, and in academics for career and education.

As a member of the Faculty Association, our instructors have access to a number of benefits that include generous vacation days (42 vacation days / year plus other paid time off), participation in the College pension plan, excellent health and dental benefits, and access to a strong professional development fund that allows employees to grow and develop professionally by taking college or university courses, or attending conferences or workshops.