Instructional Assistant, Civil Engineering Technology Program

at  Nait

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SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Strong Oral & Written communication
• Strong Interpersonal skills
• Strong time management & Organizational Skills
• Initiative and ability to work independently
• Knowledge of computers and use of Microsoft suite of programs
• Ability to lift 50lbs unassisted
• Ability to work flexible hours and assignments
• Geotechnical and/or survey skills would be considered an asset
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time throughout the day in various outdoor environmental conditions.
• A solid working knowledge of safety standards, and equipment operations and maintenance in the Civil Engineering Technology field

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum requirements are a diploma in Civil Engineering Technology with 2-5 years of related industry experience
• Registered member with ASET or APEGA would be an asset
• Class 5 drivers license required
  Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS).
  Remuneration: $59,603.44 - $79,497.34 annually plus a comprehensive benefits package. (Classification – Instructional Assistant II).
  This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement.

Instructional Support:

• Independently, and/or team teach, deliver in lab/shop technical activities/lessons
• Evaluate students based on existing rubrics and assessment tools, provided by instructors, and provide feedback
• Independent supervision of students
• Demonstrate lab/shop equipment
• Prepare, setup and dismantle lab/shop exercises
• Assist or perform lab/shop demonstrations of equipment under the supervision of instructional support
• Ensure knowledge of related equipment including use and application
• Assist instructional staff when required to ensure the safe and correct use of equipment
• Assist instructors in the development of new lab/shop exercises

Lab/Shop:

• Maintain and calibrate lab/shop equipment
• Ensure lab security
• Ensure work area is in a safe and clean condition
• Liaison with other sections or programs when required

Inventory and Budget Control:

• Maintain consumables and inventory of equipment
• Catalogue equipment manuals and technical literature

Student Support:

• Provide tutorial/remedial services to students
• Assist students in the development and execution of technical projects in cooperation with other staff members
• Ensure students are working in a safe condition
• Other duties as assigned