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Halifax, NS

Education and Training

Experienced

Full-time

Competition Number: 2627-110

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Health Insurance

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Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Pension plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

Faculty - Adult Learning Program

Education

IT Campus

Halifax, Nova Scotia

School of Access, Business, Creative Industries and Education

Continuing Full Time Position: Commencing approximately August 17, 2026

Application deadline is 11:59PM, July 23, 2026

Competition No. 2627-110

The salary scale for NSCC Faculty is based on steps that range from $78,771.88 - $104,267.58. Faculty may receive up to a maximum of five steps for full-time equivalent years of instructional experience (instructional experience is defined as teaching high school Grade 10 and above) and may receive up to an additional four steps for the relevant occupational experience. The maximum a new Faculty can expect to receive is nine steps or $97,388.02.

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What you'll do

Responsibilities

As a member of the School of Access, Business, Creative Industries and Education faculty team, you will provide theoretical and practical instruction in the Adult Learning Program (ALP). This can include English as an Additional Language learners. This position is expected to initially teach the following courses: Human Biology, Math, Digital Technology, Strategies for Academic Success, and Psychology. Courses may be reassigned by the Academic Chair, based on operational requirements. Collaboratively design and deliver educational experiences for a diverse group of learners. This will include preparation, instruction, assessment, and evaluation of students using a broad range of flexible teaching and learning practices and technologies such as Learning Management Systems (e.g., Brightspace) and classroom technology. Ensure health and safety practices and procedures are followed in your classroom, shops, and labs. Maintain currency with the latest industry practices relevant to your program and to continually develop your understanding of 21st century teaching and learning practices. This position may involve different delivery modalities (e.g., in-class, online, blended online/in-class), off-site instruction and alternate work hours such as weekends and evenings. Related duties include but are not limited to academic and career advisement, participating on committees, program marketing, curriculum revision/development through collaborative practice within faculty working groups, supporting, and monitoring work placements, liaising with business and industry, representing the College as required and upholding NSCC policies and procedures.

What you'll need

Qualifications

Qualifications and Occupational Experience

The minimum educational qualification for this position is

A Bachelor degree in Secondary Education; Or a Bachelor degree in Math, English, Communications, Social Sciences, or the Sciences (e.g., Biology, Physics, or Chemistry); Or a relevant Bachelor degree in the field related to the subjects to be taught. The recognized equivalency of a Bachelor degree in the Humanities (e.g., Arts, History, Philosophy, etc.), or a Masters degree in Education, would be considered an asset. You have a minimum of five (5) years (full time equivalent) of recent experience teaching at the high school or post-secondary level. Preference will be given to candidates with the teaching experience qualification, educational qualification, and assets relevant to the courses this position will be teaching. Experience in a team-teaching environment and a strong track record of working collaboratively. Experience in curriculum and resource development. Previous experience teaching online and/or using e-learning technology in a blended format is an asset You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite, E-Mail You possess basic internet skills to search for information coupled with internet information skills to evaluate the information you find. Above all, you are comfortable working in a digital environment; you take responsibility for acquiring knowledge about advancing technology; and you are committed to using technology in support of an exceptional student experience. You have demonstrated experience liaising with business and industry in your field. Ideally, you have related experience in delivery of educational programs or training to adults. You have knowledge and experience in applying WHMIS, Occupational Health and Safety and occupation-specific safety practices. You are comfortable using multi-media technologies and a variety of platforms that will serve to engage students in online and blended learning capacities. The ability to teach effectively in an online/blended environment which includes building knowledge of best practices for the delivery and management of courses delivered whole or in part online, using a course management system to communicate with students and to foster and support a collaborative online learning community with and between students will be an important factor in your success. Candidates who do not have previous online/blended teaching experience must be open to and willing to participate in training for this delivery model.

Relevant Skills And Knowledge

You demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility and anti-racism You possess excellent presentation skills and are able to facilitate content effectively and engagingly to a variety of audiences. You are known for your superior interpersonal skills and are able to manage interpersonal relationships and issues effectively. Your superb team-building skills will enable you to develop a positive classroom dynamic and productive, collegial relationships. Your commitment to excellence, to life-long learning and community involvement, make you an ideal candidate for Faculty at NSCC.

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A Little Bit About Us

Nova Scotia Community College

We value Diversity and Inclusion

The College values diversity and inclusion and is committed to employment equity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including Mi'kmaq, Aboriginal/Indigenous Persons, Black/African Nova Scotians, members of racially visible communities, persons with disabilities, persons of a minority sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, and women. Applicants from these communities wishing to self-identify may do so by completing the online questionnaire within the application.

NSCC is organized into six campus regions and one stand-alone campus. Each region and stand-alone campus is led by a designated Principal and regional management team which supports NSCC's commitment to accessible, high-quality education across the province.

Eastern Region: Includes Pictou Campus, Strait Area Campus, and Wagmatcook Learning Centre Northern Region: Includes Truro Campus, Cumberland Campus, and Amherst Learning Centre Metro Region: Includes Akerley Campus and IT Campus Southwest Region: Includes Lunenburg, Shelburne, Burridge Campuses, and Digby Learning Centre Valley Region: Includes Kingstec Campus, Annapolis Valley Campus, and the Centre of Geographic Sciences (COGS) Sydney Waterfront and eCampus Region: Includes Sydney Waterfront Campus and eCampus

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As a condition of employment, Faculty at NSCC must complete a part-time adult education program delivered by NSCC. This adult education program is a significant investment on the part of NSCC in the learning and development of new employees. To achieve regular status, all probationary, full or part-time Faculty of the College must successfully complete the program within their probationary period. Term full-time Faculty whose term appointment is twelve or more months are also required to participate in this program.

Candidates selected for interviews will be expected to provide at least three recent occupational references. The successful candidate will be expected to provide official transcripts to show proof of academic achievements.

NSCC is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. As part of this commitment, NSCC will ensure that applicants are provided reasonable accommodations, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact Nikki Berrrigan HR Talent Consultant (nikki.berrigan@nscc.ca). Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here: Employee Workplace Accommodations Policy | NSCC

Unfortunately, we cannot accept late or paper applications.

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