Instructional Assistant, Glazier Program - Edmonton, Canada - NAIT

NAIT

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Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

NOTE:
This position is limited to NAIT internal staff only.

As NAIT continues to grow its student body and lead the way in hands on learning, we are recruiting skilled and passionate individuals to help support current and future industry professionals and become an art of Canada's leading polytechnic.

Reporting to the Department Head, Construction department in the School of Skilled trades, the position is responsible for the day to day maintenance and operations of our lab/shop spaces.

The position will also deliver technical lessons in the lab/shop environment independently, under the guidance of instructors, using existing rubrics and assessments tools provide by instructors, to evaluate students.

Key Responsibilities:

Lab/Shop:

Maintain and calibrate lab/shop equipment
Ensure lab security
Manufacture specialized items when required
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
Obtain quotes when ordering new equipment
Catalogue equipment manuals and technical literature

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
Assist instructional staff when require to ensure the safe and correct use of equipment
Assist instructors in the development of new lab/shop exercises

Student Support:

Provide tutorial/remedial
Assist students in the development and execution of technical projects in cooperation with other staff members
Ensure students are working in a safe condition

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

Qualifications:

Trades journeyperson certification and/or related technical diploma

years post journeyman completion

Class 5 drivers license required
Forklift training an asset
Manlift training an asset
Fall Arrest an asset

Remuneration:
$2, $3,012.40 biweekly, plus a comprehensive benefits package. (Classification - Instructional Assistant II).

This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement._

Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.

About NAIT
At NAIT, people matter.

We're proud to have been named one of Alberta's Top Employers for 12 consecutive years. Developing an engaging, supportive and rewarding work culture is something we take seriously. We know that people are our biggest asset - they are what makes NAIT a great place to work.

What we offer
We've created a benefits package that focuses on health and wellness, professional and personal growth, recognition and work-life balance.

NAIT is a flexible workplace and depending on the nature of your role, you may request flexible work arrangements with respect to where and when you work, including being on-campus full-time, working off-site, or a combination of the two.

Employees also have access to excellent vacation time, paid time off between Christmas and New Year's, a strong recognition program, learning opportunities, 2 annual all-staff professional development days and so much more.

Health and safety

NAIT continues to encourage everyone coming to our campuses to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and to get their booster shots as soon as they are eligible.

Vaccination against COVID-19 remains the best way to prevent severe illness and death, and third doses can boost immunity to improve protection and limit spread.

Additional requirements
Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada who have not had them previously assessed should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)

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