EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

The successful candidate will have a degree in Education, or in Logistics Management, or an equivalent combination of teaching and warehouse/logistics experience. At least two years of teaching experience in a related field is also required. Experience in a not-for-profit organization would be considered an asset. English as a second language teaching experience is considered an asset.
Job Type: Part-time
Expected hours: 13 per week

Schedule:

• Evening shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Calgary, AB T3J 5K1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• warehouse teaching: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-07-16
Expected start date: 2025-07-2

PURPOSE

Reporting to the Manager of Employment and Career Development and supported by the Employment Support Program Coordinators, the Instructor of Warehouse/Logistics is required to teach warehouse logistics to newcomers in Canada. The instructor is also responsible for enthusiastically and professionally facilitating computer classes and employment skills workshops to newcomers participating in the Employment Support Program at TIES.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver training in logistics and warehouse management to a high standard, developing innovative and participatory methods
• Assist students in developing skills and obtaining knowledge targeted toward Warehouse/Logistics Services Jobs
• Assess the students’ levels of English upon entry; develop appropriate language teaching lesson plans and assessment materials.
• Assess the students’ levels of computer skills (Microsoft Word, Outlook, and typing speed) upon entry to determine the kinds of instruction and materials each student needs
• Cover subjects including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite 2010 and keyboarding; business communication skills; effective job search skills; Canadian business culture; and soft skills expected in the workplace.
• Set and convey classroom rules and expectations for the students
• Critique and evaluate student performance and provide feedback for learning
• Record student attendance and prepare weekly reports for management, update files when necessary
• Participate in the recruitment process for the upcoming intake
• Provide one-on-one counselling to the clients to support their employment search process
• Demonstrate commitment to the mission, the goals, and the educational philosophy of TIES
• Attend and participate in internal and external meetings of the organization
• Be responsible for resources and books from Society’s library by following the library policy
• Perform other related duties requested by the supervisors