Mathematics Fundamentals Instructor

SAIT’s [**Academic Services**](https://www.sait.ca/sait-schools/academic-services) team is dedicated to serving SAIT’s schools and learners by providing training in essential and transferable skills. Join a team passionate about creating transformative learning environments that provide access to, and support post-secondary journeys. **The Opportunity** **Job classification**: S4001 - Instructor **# of positions:** 1 **Hourly Rate:**$80 **Position End Date:** April 30, 2027 **Deadline to apply:**until position is filled At the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT), we are the shapers. The makers. The originals, driven by a passion for excellence and impact. We offer action-based learning, solution-focused research and enterprising collaborations with partners from around the world. We are a global leader in applied education, an Alberta Top Employer and a destination workplace for people empowered to make a difference in the lives of students. Now is an exciting time to join this one-of-a-kind place…SAIT. **Academic Services** is focused on supporting SAIT’s schools and departments in their pursuit of SAIT’s strategic priorities. Academic Services brings together several academic development, delivery, and quality assurance units with a common goal: student success. Academic Services provides unique, flexible support programing designed to help learners succeed in their chosen SAIT career program. We are seeking an experienced Instructor with outstanding teaching contributions and a collaborative team and a student-centered attitude. Reporting to the Academic Chair in Academic Upgrading, you will be responsible for teaching a course in Math 007 (Grades 5 to 8) to students in the Indigenous Foundations Program (IFP). If you have a passion and aptitude for teaching, are knowledgeable in this course area, strive to contribute to applied education, and enjoy coaching diverse students, we encourage you to apply and join a great place to work! Course: MATH 007, Mathematics Fundamentals Program Term: 2 January 2027 – 30 April 2027 Course Dates/Times: Mondays 1-2.50 PM, Wednesday 9-10.50 AM, Thursday 1-2.50 PM ### How you'll contribute • Implement innovative teaching methods that promote student engagement and inclusivity. • Utilize trauma-informed teaching practices to create a safe and supportive learning environment. • Demonstrate cultural competence and sensitivity in teaching Indigenous students. • Incorporate Indigenous perspectives into the curriculum and create an inclusive learning environment. • Incorporate applied learning strategies to enhance student understanding, engagement, and application of concepts. • Evaluate students' progress and provide timely, formative feedback. • Provide ongoing academic support, guidance and advice to learners. • Familiarize students with available SAIT supports and make referrals as needed. ### What you bring • Experience teaching or working in Indigenous settings or completion of studies in Indigenous Education. • Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.), Bachelor of Science (.), or related discipline; a Master’s in Education (M.Ed.) is considered an asset. • Experience teaching math to adult learners is essential, particularly at lower grade levels (lower than grade 10). • Minimum of 3 years post-secondary teaching experience teaching high school equivalency courses. Experience teaching in high school is an asset. • Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills. • Excellent ability to manage time and prioritize responsibilities.