At NAIT, we’re passionate about building a team of talented, dedicated professionals who share our commitment to excellence and innovation. Your skills and experience can shape the future of education and make a real impact in our community. NAIT’s Department of Continuing Education is seeking a Contract Instructor to teach Meatcutting/Butchering and is willing and capable of teaching specifically in Indigenous communities across Alberta, Saskatchewan, British Columbia, Yukon, Nunavut, and the Northwest Territories.

The role involves travel and accommodation in remote areas, with daytime availability required from Monday to Friday. The term of these contracts will vary in length of time and duration.

Contract Instruction Deliverables

Facilitate the learning process by utilizing instructional strategies that ensure efficient and effective delivery of course materials Apply safe work practices to butcher and process game Separate quarters of game into primal, sub-primal and retail cuts A strong commitment to student success, including motivating learners and supporting academic achievement Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and related educational technologies Professional Meatcutting and/or Butchering Certification Instructional experience considered an asset Strong English verbal and written communication skillsBasic computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services (WES), International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)



or the Comparative Education Services (CES). Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability. For eligible positions, we offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth.

In addition to excellent vacation time, eligible employees receive paid time off between Christmas and New Year's. NAIT supports a flexible work workplace, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.

NAIT is committed to fostering a safe environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Centre for Community and Belonging (CCB) and our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion. At NAIT, our people help shape careers, industries, and communities.

Explore our open roles, discover our culture, and see how your work can help transform lives through education and innovation. We're committed to creating a workplace that fuels passion, values inclusion, supports wellbeing, and encourages continuous growth. When you join NAIT, you become part of a community dedicated to making a meaningful difference for students, colleagues, industry partners, and the broader community.

📌 Contract Instructor - Meatcutting/Butcher (Edmonton)
🏢 Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
📍 Edmonton