Business Administration Management Instructor

About NAIT

NAIT is passionate about building a team of talented, dedicated professionals who share our commitment to excellence and innovation. Your skills and experience can shape the future of education and make a real impact in our community. If this opportunity feels like the right fit for you, we encourage you to apply and join us in creating a brighter future – together.

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The JR Shaw School of Business

The JR Shaw School of Business harnesses the power of a polytechnic education approach by providing relevant, multi-disciplinary business education integrated with industry partnerships and technology. We offer a range of credentials, from diplomas and post-diploma certificates to baccalaureate degrees, that are fully recognized by professional industry bodies and post-secondary partners alike.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will be an energetic, empathetic, and student-focused instructor with a demonstrated commitment to motivating learners and supporting academic achievement. They will bring strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, along with proven experience delivering adult education in a postsecondary or skills-based learning environment. Proficiency with a variety of computer programs and systems, as well as the ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively, is essential. The successful candidate will also possess solid, relevant industry experience and be committed to championing student success through academic excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Instruct assigned courses using case-based learning, problem-based learning, technology-supported learning, and other instructional and assessment strategies.
• Provide qualitative and quantitative feedback to students on a variety of authentic assessments.
• Inspire students to become business and community leaders.
• Leverage industry expertise to develop and deliver curriculum as part of a subject area team.
• Incorporate emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, to enhance teaching effectiveness, curriculum relevance, and student engagement.
• Follow and adhere to NAIT policies, procedures, and academic regulations.
• Perform non-teaching professional administrative duties such as course coordination, assessing transfer credits, and contact with current/potential students.
• Contribute to program and school efforts, including program curriculum review and renewal, participation at meetings or town halls, support for recruitment and marketing events, and generally helping to build a high-functioning team founded upon collaboration and respect.
• Research and build communities of professional practice.
• Engage in scholarly activity that involves the intentional creation, integration, and dissemination of knowledge that is subject to polytechnic peer review.
• Liaise with business and community stakeholders.
• Promote the program to prospective students and other stakeholders.
• Support the school by engaging in institutional service as required.

Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrate a desire to contribute to NAIT and the JR Shaw School of Business.
• Excellent instructional skills with a commitment to teaching undergraduate students through a variety of delivery modes.
• Passion for teaching and dedication to student engagement and success.
• Well-developed communication, interpersonal, organizational, and classroom management skills.
• Commitment to scholarly activity, applied research, and innovation.
• Collaborative team player who values collegiality, respect, and continuous improvement.
• Proficient in MS Office and learning management systems, with the ability to adapt to new educational technologies and integrate AI responsibly to enhance teaching and learning.
• Dedicated to life-long learning and NAIT’s Values of Creativity, Collaboration, Accountability, Celebration, and Respect.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in educational practice and curriculum design.

Qualifications

• A related Doctoral or Master’s degree with considerable related industry experience is required. A combination of academic credentials and discipline-specific professional certifications will also be considered.
• Previous instruction and/or curriculum development experience at the post-secondary level may be an asset.
• Evidence of scholarly or applied research activity, or a strong commitment to pursuing research within a teaching-focused environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in leadership, organizational theory and design, public administration, and/or indigenous studies with the ability to connect theory to practice in real-world business contexts.
• Comprehensive understanding of current and emerging trends in management, including approaches that advance organizational effectiveness, leadership, reconciliation, and inclusive organizational development.
• Equivalencies may be considered: a combination of academic credentials and discipline-specific professional certifications will also be considered.
• Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services (WES), International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS), or the Comparative Education Services (CES).

Remuneration

Will be commensurate with education and experience. Refer to the salary range noted on this posting, plus a comprehensive benefits package. Note: Starting salary for new instructor hires averages mid-range based on education and experience.

Classification: Instructor This position is covered by the NAIT Academic Staff Association (NASA) Collective Agreement. The compensation range for this job posting is : $69,189.78 - $120,361.23

About NAIT

We are known as one of Alberta’s top employers. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients, and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability. People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience. For eligible positions, we offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth. In addition to excellent vacation time, eligible employees receive paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s.

NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.

NAIT is committed to fostering a safe environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Centre for Community and Belonging (CCB) and our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any accommodations, please connect with us at careers@nait.ca.

Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.

Key skills/competency

• Business Administration
• Management
• Instructional Design
• Curriculum Development
• Adult Education
• Higher Education
• Student Success
• Industry Experience
• Scholarly Activity
• AI Integration