For over 50 years, the Northern Lakes College vision has been to increase accessibility to educational opportunities. With 25 locations across northern Alberta, program sites throughout Alberta, and a unique Supported Distance Learning model, students can access quality educational opportunities without leaving their community. Students can study from the comforts of home, work, on the road, or from one of the many College locations. Northern Lakes College offers a variety of university transfer, diploma, and certificate programs, including Academic Upgrading, Business & Administrative Studies, Health & Human Service Careers, Pre-Employment & Apprenticeship Trades, Resource Technology, University Studies, and Continuing Education & Corporate Training certificates and courses. The college supports and promotes professional development and wellness opportunities and provides employees with an attractive benefits plan and competitive salaries. The College service region offers numerous recreational activities for the entire family to enjoy!

Northern Lakes College has the following ongoing part-time position available:

Instructor, Social Work
Salary: $36,276 to $55,980 per year
Location: Homebased
August 17, 2026 to Ongoing

Qualifications:

Master of Social Work Degree
Minimum of two years of recent related work experience and demonstrated competence in the occupational/subject area
Knowledge of and experience working in Indigenous communities
Experience teaching adults and developing curriculum
Eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Social Workers
Ability to plan, organize, instruct, and facilitate quality educational programs
Ability to use Microsoft Office
A valid Class 5 driver’s license
Willingness to travel
A clean vulnerable sector criminal record check prior to commencement

Assets:

Knowledge of educational technologies, such as Bongo and Brightspace

Nature and Scope of Work:

Reporting to the Chair, Community Studies, is responsible for supporting student learning utilizing a distance/distributed program delivery model and through developing a relevant and progressive curriculum, designing and implementing effective learning strategies and environments, delivering instruction of high quality, assessing student learning, advising students, and participating in College activities. Competencies and tasks of the position will be met consistent with the educational principles of the College, which focus on meeting the learning needs of students.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop Curriculum

Identify competencies and develop a means of assessing students’ ability to meet these competencies
Establish prioritized goals and objectives/outcomes
Develop instructional materials which meet the needs of diverse learners
Collaborate with non-core instructors and industry representatives to ensure relevance in programming
Provide curriculum that meets College standards for each course.

Plan for Instruction

Identify resources, equipment, facility needs, and operational planning priorities
Assist the program coordinator in scheduling classes to meet the learning needs of students and the instructional demands of the program

Facilitate Student Learning and Deliver Instruction

Deliver, assess, and develop effective curriculum and instruction which meets the needs of diverse and distance students
Inform students of expectations, adapt instructional strategies to meet student needs, and utilize distance education technology and varied media as appropriate

Assess Student Learning

Conduct an ongoing program of student assessment working with other program and general education instructors to ensure student achievement and effectiveness of instruction
Communicate progress with students and appropriate College services
Document student performance over time
Use assessment data to improve course and program delivery
Maintain the standards of achievement that are necessary in meeting the demands of occupations for which students are being prepared

Manage the Classroom Effectively

Meet the assigned schedule
Provide students with course outlines
Establish a safe and respectful learning environment
Maintain accurate student attendance and achievement records
Ensure opportunities for students’ participation, collaboration with peers, and course/faculty evaluation

Establish and Monitor Effective Lab/Practicum Learning Environments

Design, organize, and monitor a safe, well-maintained lab in programs as appropriate
Participate in, monitor, supervise practicum/field placements as required by program area
Work collaboratively with colleagues and participate on instructional and College-wide teams
- Participate in team activities in a collaborative process
- Identify and implement instructional team student retention activities

Assist with Course/Program Evaluation and Continuous Quality Improvement

Provide data for formal and informal course and program evaluations
Conduct semester student evaluations
Modify the curriculum and services as indicated by the evaluations in accordance with program operations

Pursue Ongoing Professional Development

Maintain up-to-date certification and licenses as needed
Develop and implement a professional development plan that incorporates effective innovation in program content and process
Attend all in-service professional development workshops

Assist in Advising Students

Provide academic assistance, program and career information, and referrals to College services to students
Document and follow up student concerns
Post and hold office hours

Assist in Recruiting Students

Conduct orientations
Attend information sessions
Confer with prospective students
Assist in preparation and updating of promotional activities and materials in the program

Assist in Maintaining Industry Contacts External to the College

Act as a program liaison for the purpose of maintaining industry contacts related to practicum/field placements
Program advisory committees and curriculum validation

Communicate with the Internal Northern Lakes College Community

Act as a program liaison regarding the instructional program, changes in programming, and College-wide issues of concern
Communicate with other instructors and support staff as appropriate
Attend program, campus, and College-wide meetings
Initiate and/or respond to College communications in a timely and effective manner

Skills/Knowledge:

Commitment to meeting the learning needs of students
Commitment to the mission, vision, values, and business plan of the College
Willingness to work with students beyond the classroom to ensure their success
Demonstrated positive attitude
Demonstrated commitment to excellence in program/course content and delivery
Understanding of assessment and its role in continuous program improvement
Willingness to take on program ownership and accountability
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Evidence of willingness to take risks, to innovate, and to change to meet evolving program and industry needs
Demonstrated competency in use of technology that supports learning and teaching
Some flexibility in schedule, including availability for evening, weekend, or spring/summer assignment, as appropriate

Contacts (Internal and External):

Internal

Admissions and Student Records
Coordinators and Chairs
Counsellors
Instructors
Student Learning Assistants
Educational Support Staff
Facilities and Ancillary Services
Students

External

Community Leaders
Community Education Committee Members
Prospective Students
Secondary School Teachers and Administrators

Successful candidate must provide College or University transcripts and a clean Criminal Record Check to Human Resources prior to commencement.

This position is covered under the Collective Agreement between Northern Lakes College and the Faculty Association of Northern Lakes College.

Please submit a resume quoting the reference number NLC-2296 to: Northern Lakes College, Human Resources, 1201 Main Street SE, Slave Lake, AB T0G 2A3 or alternatively Fax: 780-849-5881

Closing Date: July 5, 2026

Note: Northern Lakes College thanks all applicants for their interest in employment; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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