Instructor, Disability Support Professional - Saskatoon Campus

Job summary

The instructor is responsible for preparing and delivering lessons, designing training materials, and supervising students in classrooms and labs. They must evaluate student progress and adapt instructional methodologies to meet diverse learner needs and accessibility requirements.

Job details

Job Content (SDF) Details Job Content (SDF) Details Competition Number P17903 Posting Title Instructor, Disability Support Professional - Saskatoon Campus Classification Instructor Location Saskatchewan Polytechnic Saskatoon Campus Other Location(s) Building Saskatoon Campus, Ave. W. Other Building Date Posted 09/15/2026 Closing Date 09/23/2026 JIQ # Start Date 10/01/2026 End Date 06/30/2027 Open Until Filled No Ongoing No Category of work Part Time Bargaining Unit Faculty Association Hours of Work To be Assigned Salary Range As per Academic Salary Grid Temporary Market Stipend Incumbent Total Assigned days (AC) / Total Hours per biweekly pay 0.5 FTE 100 days Posting Status Open Special Instructions to Applicants Saskatchewan Polytechnic is committed to building a diverse and representative workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We recognize that First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples have been historically underrepresented in the labour market due to systemic barriers, and that advancing reconciliation includes addressing these inequities within our own institution. Strengthening Indigenous representation among employees is a priority in Sask Polytech’s Inclusive Excellence: Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Reconciliation Strategy 2025–2030. In alignment with Section 48 of The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, and in partnership with the Saskatchewan Polytechnic Faculty Association, we will prioritize candidates who meet the qualifications for this position. Applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify during the application process. Self-identification information is kept confidential and supports our reconciliation commitments and efforts to foster inclusive and culturally grounded learning and working environments. Choosing not to self-identify will not negatively impact an applicant’s consideration. Job Duties Job Duties/Qualifications, Skills and Abilities(QSA) Job Duties Prepare and deliver lessons, lectures, and demonstrations for educational purposes to students and/or staff as may be required. Select, design, update, and/or construct training aids/materials. Supervise students in classrooms, labs, tours, work placements, etc., following institute, trade, and safety guidelines. Evaluate and record student progress with the use of assessments, assignments, and observations in accordance with program and institute guidelines. Be flexible and responsive to learner needs through the use of appropriate instructional methodologies. Manage the classroom to ensure an optimum learning environment. Plan and deliver content and learning activities that reflect the values, beliefs, needs, and contributions of a culturally diverse community. Provide appropriate evaluation, assessment, and feedback to students. Respond to curriculum/course demands and make necessary adjustments according to learner needs such as adult learning principles. Develop new curriculum as needed. Maintain and up-date online curriculum materials as part of instructor duties. Be reflective of and responsive to accommodation of special learning needs including equity groups and diverse learners. Where required, develop working relationships with appropriate external partners and employers, supporting students in working experience. Engage in professional development opportunities to keep current with employer and educational requirements. Work cooperatively in an interdependent team environment. Follow policies and procedures adopted by Saskatchewan Polytechnic. Attend program and school meetings. Qualifications, Skills, Abilities And Experience Specific Accountabilities Duties Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities (QSA) Recognized four-year degree Bachelor of Education Degree, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Two years recent and relevant work experience working with services to individuals with varying abilities. Effective interpersonal skills. Effective communication skills. Effective instructional ability. Able to function as a team member in an ever-changing environment. Demonstrated competence and recent experience in the use of the internet, e-mail, MS Office Suite software and the ability to learn and adapt to changing technology. Demonstrates valuing diversity. Desired QSA Required Competencies Posting Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How did you hear about this position? Saskatchewan Polytechnic Careers Site Newspaper LinkedIn Workopolis SaskJobs.ca Social Media Personal Referral Other If you answered 'Other' above, please specify source here: (Open Ended Question) Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter List of Reference Contacts

What you’ll do

The instructor is responsible for preparing and delivering lessons, designing training materials, and supervising students in classrooms and labs. They must evaluate student progress and adapt instructional methodologies to meet diverse learner needs and accessibility requirements.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Education degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A minimum of two years of recent work experience providing services to individuals with varying abilities is required.

Listed skills

• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Classroom management · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Instructional Ability
• Curriculum Development
• Classroom Management
• Student Assessment
• Interpersonal Skills
• Communication Skills
• MS Office Suite
• Adult Learning Principles
• Disability Support
• Diversity Valuing

Job areas

• Education
• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector