Established in 1976, the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT) is a First Nation governed post-secondary institution. Recognized under provincial legislation, the Institute has been conferred authority to grant certificates and diplomas. SIIT welcomes over 2400 students into our urban and community programs annually as well as serving over 6000 clients through our eight Career Centres across the province. The Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies is playing a significant role in Saskatchewan's economic future. You can contribute to that success while building your career.

Nature and Scope

Instructors report directly to their applicable coordinator and are located across the province of Saskatchewan in various educational settings. The incumbent instructs SIIT students in the classroom, laboratory or shop environments and assists during consultation hours. This position will positively promote and create an environment that demonstrates SIIT's vision, mission, and mandate.

General Accountability

As the educational leader in the classroom, instructors will be responsible for delivering SIIT programs and curricula with the purpose of promoting student success. Working collaboratively with a team of educational professionals, instructors will demonstrate a strong commitment to create and maintain a creative and positive learning environment at SIIT.

Specific Accountabilities

Instructors are required to keep current with developments in their subject area, instructional resources and methods, and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities to suit the individual needs of their students.



The incumbent will be required to organize the curriculum to create a learning setting that guides and promotes student success. These include the following broad areas of accountability:

Instruction and Administration

- Deliver course related material
- Complete all course-related materials including attendance records and course evaluations
- Maintain program equipment, shop facilities and materials to ensure a safe and organized work environment
- Incorporate current technology advancements within all aspects of instruction and administration
- Use appropriate methods of instruction, modeling, coaching, etc. to facilitate student learning
- Use appropriate methods of evaluating and recording student progress within set time frames
- Seek professional development opportunities to keep current and relevant in applicable teaching areas, educational standards, industry trends, and best practices

Student Success

- Under the direction of the Manager, organize, supervise and/or monitor work practicum experiences
- Make recommendations to modify course objectives, course outlines, curriculum and evaluation procedures

Relationship ManagementLeadership

- Adhere to and promote academic regulations and SIIT policies and procedures




- Attend and positively contribute during staff, department, and institute meetings
- Foster a positive, collaborative and professional working relationship among students, coworkers and partners across the institution
- Develop and maintain respectful relations through the use of problem solving and constructive resolution of student issues
- Maintain classroom, shop and laboratory discipline and, if necessary, recommend action to applicable supervisor regarding student behavior, including formal student disciplinary action
- Ensure a positive, diverse and inclusive work and learning environment

Required Qualifications and Experience

Journeyman certification in carpentry is preferred, with related work experience in the construction industry. For success in this position a genuine commitment to help students learn and succeed is required. Prior teaching experience would be preferred. Knowledge of First Nations culture and organizations is an asset. An understanding of adult learning theories and principles is considered an asset.

As this position is considered safety sensitive, the incumbent will be subject to testing as per SIIT's Alcohol and Substances policy.

Required Competencies

In addition to the knowledge gained from years of experience, the following performance competencies are considered essential to this position. Flexible and Adaptable, Effective Communication, Relationship Building, Results Oriented, Student Focus, Communication (Instructional), Knowledge and Expertise, Teamwork.

Term Dates: February 11, 2027- March 22, 2027

📌 Instructor, Residential Framing (Prince Albert)
🏢 SIIT
📍 Prince Albert