Academic Services is focused on supporting SAIT’s schools and departments in their pursuit of SAIT’s strategic priorities. Academic Services brings together several academic development, delivery, and quality assurance units with a common goal: student success. Academic Services provides unique, flexible support programing designed to help learners succeed in their chosen SAIT career program.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

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• Master’s degree or higher in Teaching English as an Additional Language or Teaching English as a Second Language

• Minimum TESL Canada Professional Certificate Standard One
• A minimum of three years’ experience in teaching English as an additional language
• Prior CLB assessment experience is an asset
• TESL Canada Professional Certificate Standard Three preferred
• Prior teaching experience in EAP and EAL adult learning settings in post-secondary institutions
• Previous SAIT teaching experience will be considered an asset
• Graduate education and/or work experience in adult education would be an asset

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

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• Knowledge of the Canadian Language Benchmarks

• Prior CLB assessment experience is an asset
• Experience teaching newcomers
• Demonstrated teaching experience using various delivery models including online, Hyflex, hybrid delivery models, face-to-face delivery methods
• Experience with Brightspace D2L and Zoom
• Intermediate level proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Strong aptitude for mentoring and coaching others
  Job classification: S4001 - Instructor
  Hourly Rate: $41.30 - $44.66
  

  of positions: 5

Position End Date: October 20, 2025
Posting closing date: July 31, 2025

ABOUT SAIT

SAIT is a global leader in applied education. Named one of Alberta’s Top Employers, we offer the chance to work with a purpose — preparing the next generation of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, advocates and explorers.
Building on our 100+ year history, we’re looking for innovative, bold and collaborative employees who embrace change and deliver world-class customer experiences. Your future starts now at SAIT.
Community and Belonging is essential to achieving SAIT’s vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about Community and Belonging at SAIT.
At SAIT, we understand that experience comes in many forms. We’re dedicated to adding diverse perspectives to SAIT - so if your experience is close to what we’re looking for, please consider applying.
SAIT is committed to supporting persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We will work with applicants to provide accommodations upon request to the Talent Advisor.

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• Teach COMN or SPCH courses to students of specific Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) levels

• Report progress of learners to the Academic Chair
• Participate in curriculum and program development and review
• Evaluate student progress and achievement
• Provide ongoing support, guidance and advice to learners
• Participate in professional development workshops
• Facilitate courses, lesson plans, lectures, and learning activities.
• Adhere to the course outline, including weighting of assessments
• Prepare, deliver, and grade all assessments. Adhere to the final grade deadline
• Deliver courses through SAIT delivery tools (e.g., Teams, Zoom, Brightspace) is required. Instructors may not change the delivery mode of a course
• Comply with the Alberta Human Rights Commission’s Duty to Accommodate for all qualified students experiencing learning challenges in post-secondary institutions
• Evaluate student progress and facilitate student success, including submitting Early Support forms as needed and responding to email inquiries within two business days
• Create an open and inclusive learning environment and show personal interest in student success
• Collaborate with faculty colleagues teaching the same course or subject to support consistency across sections, where possible
• Provide ongoing support, guidance and advice to learners and potential learners
• Promote and support SAIT’s strategic and academic plans
• Adhere to all of SAIT’s policies and procedures
• Stay aware of emerging pedagogical issues and educational technologies
• Attend program orientations, meetings, and training activities, where possible
• Respond to Academic Chair’s request for information within two business days