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Adjunct Instructor - Daytime in-person Power Engineering Labs - Future Opportunities

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The Role

We are currently looking to grow our pool of Power Engineering Instructors to facilitate daytime in-person deliveries of 4th Class and 5th Class Power Engineering Labs. These labs typically run Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, and are typically offered consistently over the Fall and Winter semesters (September through April)*. Our 5th Class (100-hour) lab typically runs 2.5 weeks in length, while our 4th Class (200-hour) lab typically runs 5 weeks in length. These courses are built to suit a diverse learner population, ranging from students upgrading foreign credentials to those changing careers mid-life. Our learners are mature, focused, and want to be challenged.

*Note: We are currently building our talent pool for potential contracts during the 2026-2027 Academic Year. This is a casual contract. Hours are not guaranteed; candidates who are successful in joining the pool will only be contacted if a teaching opportunity becomes available.

The ideal candidate for this position is an experienced Power Engineering professional who values flexibility and enjoys contributing to the development of future engineers. This role is well‑suited to individuals who can commit to full‑time availability during key periods of the academic year while appreciating the freedom of a casual contract outside those times.

The successful candidate will bring:

Industry Experience: Practical, hands‑on knowledge of Power Engineering operations, safety procedures, and equipment.

Collaborative Mindset: Ability to work closely with fellow instructors and support staff in fostering a safe, engaging, and effective learning environment.

Strong Communication Skills: Clear, professional communication when guiding students, coordinating with colleagues, and supporting lab activities.

Flexibility: Comfort working on a yearly casual schedule without benefits, with availability to take on full‑time hours during designated instructional periods.

Student‑Centered Approach: A genuine interest in mentoring and supporting learners as they build technical competence and confidence.

Adaptability and Initiative: Willingness to support evolving program needs, new technologies, and innovative teaching approaches.

During each engagement, the successful candidate will be responsible for:

Presenting lessons, lectures, assignments, quizzes, exams, lab activities and lab demonstrations for learners if applicable given the course outline

Maintaining records for the purposes of grading, assessing professionalism and tracking attendance in both theory and lab classes if given the course outline

Managing the classroom or lab to ensure a positive learning environment

Showing personal interest in the learner and create a climate conducive to optimal learning

Providing on-going support, guidance and advice to students

Showing strong collaboration and communication skills with other instructors as required

Attending all SAIT training as required

Achieving of School initiatives and Objectives

Being an active and engaged member of the School

Adhering to all safety legislation, guidelines, procedures and safety standards as required for all face-to-face facilitation

Maintaining contact with relevant industry sectors

All other duties as required for the position

Qualifications

Valid 1st, 2nd, or 3rd Class Power Engineering Certificate registered with ABSA

5+ years of relevant industry experience working as a Power Engineer in a 2nd or 1st class plant, with a focus on specific areas including: operation of boilers, turbines, refrigeration systems, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and other industrial equipment

Well-developed presentation and communication skills (written and oral)

Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel

Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills

Customer service focus and strong relationship building skills

Demonstrates flexibility in adapting to changing priorities and working effectively with diverse teams

Previous teaching experience is an asset

Equivalent combinations of education and industry experience may be considered

Job location: Calgary, AB

Job classification: Adjunct Instructor

Posting closing date: Ongoing posting for future opportunities

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