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Instructor, Early Learning & Child Care

Portage College • 1h ago

Instructor, Early Learning & Child Care

Faculty of Career Programs

Location:Lac La Biche Campus

Job number:26-018

Position type:Full-time Term until December 23, 2027

Posting date:October 5, 2026

Salary: Commensurate with education and experience

Closing date:We will begin reviewing resumes on October 13, 2026

ABOUT THE POSITION

Portage College is currently looking for an enthusiastic individual with a strong background in education to teach in our Early Learning and Child Care program. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their teaching methods and practices. This role requires evening availability for in-person instruction. Some of the responsibilities include:

·Theory and practical instruction in the College’s Early Learning and Child Care program.

·Preparation and delivery of subjects in both lectures and practicum placements.

·Assist with curriculum development and/or revision.

·Develop exams, quizzes and other evaluation material for students.

·Manage and evaluate student progress in the program.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

·Bachelor Education with a background in special education and early childhood, Masters preferred.

· Previous experience instructing adult learners at a post-secondary institution would be beneficial.

· Excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

· Dynamic and flexible teaching style to work with a variety of learners.

· Knowledge or experience with Moodle or other Learning Management System would be an asset.

· Strong computer skills, especially with MS Office.

· Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings.

· Successful applicant will be required to provide a current police information check.

As a member of the Faculty Association, our instructors have access to a number of benefits that include generous vacation days (42 vacation days/year plus other paid time off), participation in the College pension plan, and access to a strong professional development fund that allows employees to grow and develop professionally by taking college or university courses or attending conferences or workshops. Our employees’ dependents can also apply for tuition bursary discounts if they enroll in a program at Portage College.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE

Portage College has been serving the region for 50 years and is a first choice post-secondary institution for learners in northeast Alberta. You will find that we are a college that combines quality with innovation. In fact, Portage College is considered a leader when it comes to providing students with a flexible first-class educational experience. We offer a wide range of programs in health and wellness, business, human services, university transfer, food sciences, trades and technology, native arts and culture, and in academics for career and education.

HOW TO APPLY

Portage College is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society.

If you have the right qualifications, experience and motivation to do extraordinary things at Portage College, we would love to hear from you. Email your cover letter and resume to careers@portagecollege.ca. If you have any questions, call us at 780-623-5747.

Please note we do not accept third-party resume and cover letter submissions.

The College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.