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Internal NAIT Employees Current NAIT employees are welcome to apply for this prospect.

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. Some weekend availability may be required.

The term of these contracts will vary in length of time and duration.

Contract Instruction Deliverables

Utilize appropriate tools & equipment to instruct students & provide practical hands-on learning

Facilitate the learning process by utilizing instructional strategies that ensure efficient and effective delivery of course materials

Utilize appropriate educational technology for communications and presentations

Maintain professional ethical relationships with students and colleagues; respond professionally to student issues and concerns





Maintain student attendance and other documentation as required

Apply protected work practices to butcher and process game

Separate quarters of game into primal, sub-primal and retail cuts

Prepare handmade fresh and smoked sausages

Skills And Knowledge

Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive, respectful relationships with diverse learners and colleagues

A strong commitment to student success, including motivating learners and supporting academic achievement

Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, suitable for instructional, advisory, and collaborative settings

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and related educational technologies

Qualifications

Professional Meatcutting and/or Butchering Certification

Instructional experience considered an asset

Strong English verbal and written communication skills

Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel

Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills

Excellent classroom management and instructional skills

A high level of independence is required.

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).

NAIT is committed to a transparent, fair, and human-centered hiring experience. All candidates are assessed directly by our recruitment and hiring teams.

About NAIT We are known as one of Alberta’s top employers. 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.

People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience.

Benefits

For eligible positions, we offer advantages and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and qualified 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 environment, 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.

If you require any assistance or accommodations, please connect with us at [email protected].

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📌 Contract Instructor – Meatcutting/Butcher (Winnipeg)
🏢 NAIT (Northern Alberta Institute of Technology)
📍 Winnipeg