Position Summary
Faculty at Red Deer Polytechnic:

Are passionate about teaching, learning, and student success.

Pursue professional learning to continually enhance their practice and their discipline.

Are recognized for their contributions to both local and global communities.

Role Description
As Red Deer Polytechnic’s future takes shape, growing our breadth of credentials (to include our own degrees) and programs, our institution has high expectations of our amazing faculty. But we do recognize that new hires may not have all the skills and experiences when applying. We want you to know that there is some flexibility to develop your talents over time. The initial focus for new faculty will be on teaching and student success with lots of opportunity for professional development, growth and collaboration. Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is committed to all faculty acquiring the identified Key Attributes over time.

Teaching
The faculty member combines discipline expertise with evidence based teaching to facilitate effective and varied learning experiences.

Student Success
The faculty member encourages student success in an engaging, supportive environment by being responsive to student needs and ideas.

Professional Development
The faculty member engages in the continuous pursuit of knowledge to maintain currency in their discipline and their teaching practice.

Research, Scholarly and Creative Pursuits
The faculty member has the opportunity to pursue impactful scholarly and creative activities and disseminate knowledge that advances the discipline, enhances the reputation of Red Deer Polytechnic, and improves communities.

Community Contributions
The faculty member values engagement, contributing knowledge and their own expertise to the betterment of Red Deer Polytechnic and local communities, as well as discipline-based, national, and global communities.

For More Information: Faculty Profile

Position Responsibilities
The School of Trades and Technology is seeking a Full time Probationary Continuous Instructor to teach primarily in the Computer Programming diploma as well as potentially some courses in the Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics and Network Administration diplomas.

Responsibilities of Full-Time Faculty at the School of Trades and Technology include (but are not limited to):





Delivering courses congruent with established course curricula and program outcomes

Supporting the success of students with diverse cultural and educational backgrounds and learning styles

Assessing student learning in ways that both facilitate learning and ensure achievement against appropriate academic standards

Inspiring students by exhibiting enthusiasm for teaching, learning, and subject material

Contributing to course and program curriculum development and renewal

Engaging in scholarly activity within the domains of Ernest Boyer’s model: scholarship of discovery, application, integration, and teaching

Working collegially within department, School, or Institution committees and project teams

Red Deer Polytechnic’s School of Trades and Technology is a multidisciplinary school committed to innovation, applied learning, and student success across a broad spectrum of programs. Our Science and Computing programs are rapidly growing, offering certificates, diplomas, university transfer options, and collaborative degrees that prepare students for careers in research, industry, health, and technology.

In addition to our expanding Science and Computing programs, we are Alberta’s third-largest provider of Skilled Trades Apprenticeship training, offering 17 trades and two Engineering Technology diplomas. RDP is a major sponsor of Skills Canada Alberta and has seen many of our students excel in Skills competitions provincially, nationally, and at World Skills.

Our School’s strength lies in its diversity – where future scientists, engineers, and technology professionals learn alongside apprentices in state-of-the-art facilities, with access to innovation centres and cutting-edge equipment. Faculty across all disciplines prioritize excellence in teaching, industry engagement, and meaningful experiential learning opportunities. Whether in the sciences, computing fields, trades or engineering technology, our graduates are known for being skilled, adaptable,



and ready to contribute to the evolving needs of Central Alberta and beyond.

For further information, contact:
Lisa Verbisky, Associate Dean
School of Trades and Technology
Email: [email protected]

RequiredQualifications

Master’s degree in Computer Science or closely related discipline

A minimum of 3 years related work experience

Post- secondary teaching experience

PreferredQualifications

PhD in related discipline

Demonstrated scholarly activity and career development

Related professional designations or certifications

BenefitsandCompensationInformation
Red Deer Polytechnic offers a comprehensive benefits package including extended health and dental care through Blue Cross, access to a health spending account, pension plan, Employee & Family Assistance Program, generous vacation allotments, credit tuition waivers and opportunities for professional development funding. Additional time off due to Institution closures between Christmas and New Year general holidays.

Eligibility to access the above-mentioned benefits is dependent upon the FARDP Collective Agreement and related RDP policies.

DesiredStartDate
December 9, 2026

NotetoApplicant
Red Deer Polytechnic fosters an inclusive learning and working environment where everyone can bring their full selves and share their unique talents. We are committed to being responsive to the evolving needs and expectations of our diverse community.

To enrich the intellectual, economic, cultural, and social development of Central Alberta, we value the contributions of individuals with diverse perspectives and experiences. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, individuals of all sexual orientations, and persons of any gender identity or expression.

Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code. To request an accommodation, please contact [email protected].

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

SpecialInstructionstoApplicants

This position will remain open until filled; however, the first review of applications will begin on October 5, 2026.

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