Instructor, Math (Casual)

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 nine Career Centres across the province. The Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies is playing a significant role in Saskatchewan's economic future. You can contribute to that success while building your career.

Nature and Scope
Instructors report directly to their respective dean/coordinator and are located across the province of Saskatchewan in various educational settings. The incumbent instructs SIIT students in the classroom, laboratory or shop environments and assists students during consultation hours. As an employee of SIIT, this position will positively promote and create an environment that demonstrates SIIT's vision, mission and mandate.

General Accountability
This position will be utilized on a call-in basis, to fulfill numerous short-term training contracts across the province/within the region. As the educational leader in the classroom, instructors are responsible for delivering SIIT programs and curricula with the purpose of promoting student success. Instructors plan, organize and implement a course or program which creates a learning environment that guides and ensures each student is successful. Instructors 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. Working collaboratively with a team of educational professionals, instructors demonstrate a strong commitment to create and maintain a creative and positive learning environment at SIIT. These include the following broad areas of accountability:

Specific Accountabilities

Instruction and Administration

• Prepare and deliver course related materials. This may include: using prepared lessons plans and course-related materials; developing lesson plans and course-related materials.
• Use appropriate methods of instruction, modeling, mentoring, coaching, etc. to facilitate student learning
• Use appropriate methods of evaluating and recording student progress within set time frames
• Complete all course-related materials including student assessment records, attendance records and course/program evaluations
• Incorporate current technology advancements within all aspects of instruction and administration, where applicable
• Maintain and secure program equipment, laboratory/shop facilities and materials to ensure a safe and organized work environment
• Make recommendations to modify course objectives, course outlines, curriculum and evaluation procedures, where applicable
• Seek professional development opportunities to keep current and relevant in applicable teaching areas, educational standards, industry trends, and best practices

Student Success

• Respect, honour and acknowledge the uniqueness of each student including: their unique languages, cultures, traditions, histories and prior learning and life experiences
• Guide and retain students with respect to academic progress and assist students to obtain appropriate support for academic and non-academic concerns
• Create and maintain a positive learning environment that provides the opportunity for meaningful learning and academic progress
• Under the direction of the Program Coordinator, organize, supervise and/or monitor work practicum experience, where required

Relationship Management & Leadership

• Adhere to and promote academic regulations and SIIT policies and procedures
• Develop and maintain respectful relations through the use of problem solving and constructive resolution of student issues
• Foster a positive, collaborative and professional working relationship among students, coworkers and partners across the institution
• Attend and positively contribute during staff, department, and institute meetings
• 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

Required Qualifications and Experience: A bachelor's degree in education (B.Ed.) with specialization in math. Working knowledge of online education techniques and technologies. Prior teaching experience is preferred. Knowledge of First Nations cultures and organizations would be an asset. An understanding of adult learning theories and principles is considered an asset. A proven proficiency with a variety of software programs including Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel, Word, Teams) and Zoom is an asset. A demonstrated ability with using computer hardware such as laptops, projectors, speakers, webcams, writing tablets, as well as knowledge of smart boards or loft boards is an asset.

Required Competencies: Flexible and Adaptable, Effective Communication, Relationship Building, Results Oriented, Student Focus, Communication (Instructional), Knowledge and Expertise, Teamwork.

This position will be utilized on a call-in basis, to fulfill numerous short-term training contracts across the province/within the region.