Casual LINC Instructor

​COMPETITION NUMBER: 1205
CLOSING DATE: APRIL 13, 2025 @ 11:59PM MST

FACULTY OF SKILLS AND FOUNDATIONAL LEARNING  

At NorQuest College, the LINC program fulfills the “we’ll meet you where you’re at” commitment to students by offering a wide variety of programming and scheduling options as well as delivery modes that meet the varied needs of our diverse student population. 

The program offers a variety of language, settlement, and essential skills training and support services in a range of modalities to help students develop language proficiency, settlement knowledge, and essential skills.  
 
The program offers a wide variety of CLB 0 to CLB 8 courses including a small, part time LINC ASL class for newcomers who are deaf. 
 
Our program also offers students the opportunity to connect with their community through a variety of opportunities including community partner presentations, resource fairs, community service learning and special field trips. Another major focus from our program is building relationships with Indigenous community groups and allowing students to experience and learn about Truth and Reconciliation, Indigenous culture and ways of knowing. These activities help develop leadership skills, build self-confidence, resilience, sense of community and conversational English as well as decrease loneliness and help students meet new friends, in addition to support services such as digital navigation for students struggling with technology and basic computer skills and flexible scheduling options and delivery modes all facilitate LINC learners’ access to a high caliber learning experience. 
 
Further, services for students with disabilities are available. The LINC ASL class provides language and settlement training with focus on expressive and receptive skills, followed by English reading and writing skills, with topics ranging from basic settlement to those of special interest to deaf and hearing-impaired students. Outside of the LINC American Sign Language class, blind/low-vision students are supported to allow them to access/remain in school.  

POSITION DESCRIPTION: 

We are looking for casual instructors to fill positions in our Part-Time Evening classes. Part-Time Evening classes are on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6pm to 9pm. Our term begins May 6, 2025. This will be a one-year casual contract with a strong possibility of extension of assignment/s. If you have demonstrable expertise, formal qualifications, and a passion for teaching and learning and demonstrable skills to support language and settlement training within national and college frameworks, we invite you to connect with us by applying for this exciting opportunity. 

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE:

• Provide language, settlement, and essential skills training to assist newcomers in transitioning to life, employment, or further education 

• Design, develop, and share resources appropriate for online and in-person teaching and learning 

• Use PBLA practice to develop task-based learning assessments 

• Actively support college, faculty, and IRCC and program priorities  

WHAT YOU BRING:

• Bachelor’s Degree with a TESL certificate or a Degree in TESL; additional Ed Tech and/or Information Technology expertise would be a strong asset 
• Training, experience, and expertise in online teaching and learning, with particular focus on e-standards; Moodle related experience would be an asset 
•  Proficiency with Microsoft Office 
• Proficiency with e-learning development apps such as Articulate or H5P would be an asset
•  Previous teaching experience is an asset but not required

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER? 

As a difference maker you bring: 

• Strong and active commitment to college, faculty, and IRCC and program priorities  

• PBLA certification an asset 

• Ability to effectively and efficiently work within a team as well as independently 

• Passion for and commitment to ongoing professional growth 

• On campus presence required 

SALARY:  Reflective upon what you bring AKA your education and experience. Plus an additional 11.2% in lieu of benefits and vacation. This is a Faculty role therefore the pay range is quite large, the Faculty Association agreement outlines how pay is determined.

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

Additional Information: Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.

For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is recommended they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:

• International Qualifications Assessment Service https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment
• World Education Services https://www.wes.org/ca/

We encourage applicants to include the assessment certificate as part of their application.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.

NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.

NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

Accessibility: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to Careers@norquest.ca.

Apply to Become a NorQuester: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.

PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.