Instructor, Work Skills (Term)

Job Number:
2020-094

Location:
Winnipeg, Manitoba CANADA

Department:
Workforce Development

Job Type:
Term

Close Date:
05/04/2021

Professional Areas:
Post-Secondary Instructors

Description:
MITT is a post-secondary institute offering industry-driven, student-focused education in the areas of skilled trades, business and information technology, health care, and human services. We provide affordable, timely, skills-based education for learners seeking career entry as well as those looking to acquire relevant, in-demand competencies at any point in life.

Instructor, Work Skills

Term: As soon as possible to August 12, 2021

Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm (35 hours/week)

Location: Main Street Campus and/or remotely as required

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Workforce Development & Community Initiatives, the Instructor, Work Skills, will develop programming, instruct, and assist with the development of the MITT Work Skills (adaptability, collaboration, communication, problem solving, initiative and professionalism). These skills are in high demand from employers and are transferable between jobs and sectors.

The Instructor is responsible for the facilitation of the Work Skills curriculum in-person or blended learning options.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Develops new and enhance existing Work Skills curriculum

Provides instruction and/or supports to students utilizing the Work Skills curriculum.

Prepares, administers, and evaluates assignments and assessments; provides marks and feedback to students on their assessment items in a timely manner to ensure they have time to learn and improve;

Plans lessons and classroom activities, consistently demonstrating preparedness for class;

Fosters accountability, teamwork, and collaboration in students, preparing activities that focus on both individual and group work;

Uses relevant technology to support instruction; including the use of MITT’s Learning Management System and remote learning tools such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams

Communicates and collaborates with other members of instructional staff, either in the same program area or another program.

Required Qualifications and Experience:
A combination of relevant work experience and education will be considered.

Minimum of 3-5 years of recent, related work experience

Completion of Certificate in Adult Education or related discipline

Preference may be given to individuals of Indigenous ancestry

Experience in instructing, training or facilitating

Commitment to ongoing professional development in adult learning principles and methodologies

Commitment to supporting culturally and socio-economically diverse learning environment; experience working with diverse student cohorts and adult learners.

Knowledge and experience relating the skills that employers’ require for workplace success to learning outcomes

Demonstrate ability to communicate and collaborate with various peers and leaders across business functions and departments

Work well independently and with limited supervision

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Word

Experience using a Learning Management System is an asset

Experience delivering content using online learning tools and platforms (i.e. Zoom, MS Teams) is preferred

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions. Underfills may be considered and are encouraged to apply.

Applications will be accepted until Tuesday, May 4, 2021. Submit your resume and cover letter using our online application system.

We are growing, come grow with us.

MITT offers a challenging, team-oriented work environment, competitive income and benefits,

and opportunities for professional and personal growth and development.

MITT is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, applicants are asked to inform us if they require an accommodation. All information received as it relates to accommodation will be kept confidential.

MITT is committed to an employment equity practice that achieves a workforce reflective of the community at large. Applicants are encouraged to self-declare at the time they apply.

This position requires the successful completion of a Criminal Record check including vulnerable sector.

Please do not disclose personal health information or protected personal information through the application process.