AddressINSTRUCTOR, LINC
FACULTY OF SKILLS AND FOUNDATIONAL LEARNING
NorQuesters are difference makers and we’re searching for instructors dedicated to finding ways forward to join our LINC team on a casual basis with possibility of extension. If you have demonstrable expertise, formal qualifications, and a passion for teaching and learning, particularly in an online environment, and demonstrable skills to support language and settlement training within national and college frameworks, we invite you to connect with us by applying for this exciting opportunity.
The successful candidate will thrive in showcasing our values of starting small and thinking big, and being boldly curious and intentionally courageous. At NorQuest College, the LINC program fulfills the “we will lead from where you are” commitment to students by offering a wide variety of programming options, scheduling options, and delivery modes that meet the varied needs of our diverse student population.
The program offers a wide variety of CLB 0 to CLB 8 courses including a small, part time LINC ASL class for newcomers who are deaf, and numerous innovative employment focused options such as LINC Works, LINC Prep for Childcare Work, and other employment focused or classes with the Community Service Learning components and work placement opportunities. Several other employment supports are available including employment certificate training (e.g. Construction Safety Training Systems, First Aid/CPR, Food Safety, Basic Electrical Safety Training, WHMIS, Effective Communication, Exceptional Customer Service, Conflict Resolution, Basic Security Guard Training, OSSA Common Safety Orientation, Proserve, OSSA Fall Protection, and Forklift Operator training) or skill building workshops (e.g. Math Basics, Multiple Choice Questions) while Digital Literacy, WebSafe, and other courses in addition to an extensive repertoire of LINC Works resources further help students develop basic computer skills and study safely and successfully in online environments in addition to helping them develop workforce relevant skills.
An extensive selection of program integrated settlement services and special projects such as the LINC student learning events, community partner presentations/settlement sessions (including those from Francophone organizations), Indigenous Education, Inclusion and Equity, or a LINC peer mentorship and student social community project meant to help develop leadership skills, build self-confidence, resilience, sense of community and conversational English as well as decrease loneliness and help students meet new friends, in addition to support services such as digital navigation for students struggling with technology and basic computer skills and flexible scheduling options and delivery modes all facilitate LINC learners’ access to a high caliber learning experience.
Further, services for students with disabilities are available. The LINC ASL class provides language and settlement training with focus on expressive and receptive skills, followed by English reading and writing skills, with topics ranging from basic settlement to those of special interest to deaf and hearing-impaired students. Outside of the LINC American Sign Language class, blind/low-vision students are supported to allow them to access/remain in school.
HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
- Provide language and settlement training based on the Canadian Language Benchmarks to assist newcomers in transitioning to life, employment, or further education.
- Co-build and share LINC/CLB/PBLA appropriate curriculum material and assessment tools that allow students to succeed.
- Implement PBLA Practice Guidelines.
- Meet online course quality standards including but not limited to course organization and good practice for accessibility.
- Implement and support learners with their e-portfolios.
- Provide ongoing support to learners in their digital learning and navigation.
- Complete instructor administrative tasks as required by the program.
- Attend staff meetings to collaborate and discuss.
- Please note that a component of this position requires you to be on campus at our Edmonton downtown location.
- Actively support college, faculty, and IRCC and program priorities.
- Post-secondary degree in TESL; additional Ed Tech and/or Information Technology expertise would be an asset.
- If your education was received internationally we recommend you obtain an international education assessment through
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and TEAMS.
- Proficiency with e-learning development apps such as Articulate or H5P would be an asset.
- PBLA lead certification an asset.
As a difference maker you bring:
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and rapport building skills to support optimal learner outcomes.
- Skills in working independently and committment to learner success.
- Ability to work cooperatively as member of team to meet goals and objectives.
- Ability and motivation to connect learners with all possible avenues for success.
- Flexibility and willingness to assist with emerging needs within scope.
- Patience and understanding when supporting learners.
- Proven abilty to create an inclusive environment with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
This is a Faculty role therefore the pay range is quite large, the agreement outlines how pay is determined.
COMPETITION NUMBER: 2023-3856
CLOSING DATE: February 2, 2023 @ 11:59PM MST
Apply to become a NorQuester: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document. Please explicitly specify your availability in the first section of your application/cover letter.
Psst: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.
Difference Makers. If we were to describe what NorQuest College is, we’d say these two words. We are so fundamentally driven in our mission to make a difference to our students, our community, and to our fellow NorQuesters, that it guides what we do, who we meet, and where we are headed.
So how do we make differences?
- We empower NorQuesters. When it comes to working, it’s up to you to decide where (on campus or from another location) and how you work. NorQuesters are expected to embody our Qs—lead from where you are, be dependable, find ways forward—to name a few, but how you do that is your choice!
- We unlock potential. Whether its newcomers to Canada who want to improve their English, students who want to complete their academic upgrading, learners pursuing post-secondary education, or anyone who wishes to strengthen their skills through professional development, our passion to educate touches people of all levels and all backgrounds.
- We strengthen Alberta. From our graduates who hit the ground running, to our partnerships with government, industry, and business, to our commitment to communities, including a dedicated focus on Indigenous communities, we contribute to our province and make it stronger. We strive to be an employer of choice for First Nations, Metis and Inuit people in Canada by leading, supporting, and being an ally through our work toward decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.
