The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation of Alberta, Districts 5 and 6.
Position Description
University of Calgary Continuing Education (ContEd) houses one of Canada's largest and most successful continuing education departments. It is a multi-disciplinary unit, offering diploma, certificate and non-degree programs in the classroom and online through technologies for course delivery.
In support of the University of Calgary's core principles and financial objectives, Continuing Education is an academic unit with a mandate to respond to the needs of the community through the design, development and delivery of high-quality lifelong learning opportunities.
Each year, ContEd serves over 20,000 adult learners and offers more than one thousand courses taught by hundreds of instructors—all experts in their fields. It is expected to fund, through revenue generation, the majority of its operational costs while contributing financially to the university.
The success of University of Calgary Continuing Education in meeting its business target in a competitive environment is dependent upon effectively serving students and by providing high-quality instruction and programs.
Position Description
University of Calgary Continuing Education is currently recruiting for a number of instructors (contract (term) position) to teach any one of the following courses in the Technology Programs for Online and Classroom Delivery (during evening / daytime) in 2022-2023.
These instructional positions are non-credit teaching appointments and, as such, are contract positions without benefits (other than those required by Employment Standards).
Course details:
Online or Classroom Delivery in Downtown campus
ICT 705 Gathering Requirements for BI Projects
ICT 701 Business Intelligence Self-Service
ICT 706 Data Preparation and Dimensional Modeling
ICT 774 Visual Analytics
ICT 760 Blockchain: Value, Impact and Application
Microsoft Certification Courses (MB-910, MB920, PL-900, MS-900, SC-200, SC-300, SC-900, SC-400, AZ-104, AZ-204, DP-203, DA-100, AZ-500, AZ-700, AZ-303, AZ-304, DP-100, AI-102)
CompTIA Certification Courses (Network+, Security+, Cloud+, Linux+, CySA+, PenTest+)
Cisco Certification Courses (CCNA, Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate)
EC-Council Certification Courses (CEH, ECSA, ECIH, CTIA, CSA)
(ISC)2 Certification Courses (CISSP, CCSP, SSCP)
ISACA Certification Courses (CISA, CRISC, CISM)
In your application cover letter, please indicate to which course your specialty applies and that you are qualified to teach.
Scope of Responsibilities (high level)
- Create effective lessons plans, develop content, learning activities, presentations, assignments, evaluations.
- (If classroom): Utilize Desire2Learn for all course materials, assessment and, student communication.
- (If online) Utilize Desire2Learn (D2L) and Zoom to facilitate synchronous and asynchronous course delivery including all course materials, experiences and student communication.
Qualifications
- Applicants must have a minimum of 3 years of relevant industry work experience in the field as well as education such as industry certifications and/or academic qualification.
- Adult learning certificate or equivalent is an asset.
- Previous teaching experience is essential; post-secondary teaching experience is preferred.
- Previous experience utilizing Learning Management Systems such as Desire2Learn, Zoom, Blackboard or Moodle, is preferred.
Application Deadline: Jan 15, 2022.
Please submit your application online via the 'Apply Now' link. Please be aware that the application process allows for only four attachments
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy in line with the foundational goals of Eyes High, committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.
The University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)
Additional Information
To view a listing of all available academic opportunities and to find out more about what the University of Calgary has to offer, please visit our Academic Careers website.
COVIDSafe Campus Strategy
The University has implemented a new Vaccination Directive that requires all faculty and staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by January 1, 2022. You will be required to upload proof of vaccination prior to commencing your duties. Please review the COVIDSafe Campus website for further information and access to additional resources.
About the University of Calgary
The University of Calgary is Canada’s leading next-generation university – a living, growing and youthful institution that embraces change and opportunity with a can-do attitude. Located in the nation’s most enterprising city, the university is making tremendous progress on its Eyes High journey to be recognized as one of Canada’s top five research universities, grounded in innovative learning and teaching and fully integrated with the community it both serves and leads. The University of Calgary inspires and supports discovery, creativity and innovation across all disciplines. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.
About Calgary, Alberta
Calgary is one of the world's cleanest cities and has been named one of the world's most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders - in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour's drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.
