Job Description

COMPETITION NUMBER: 1570

CLOSING DATE: December 22, 2025 @ 11:59 pm MDT

NorQuest College employees are difference makers in the work we do for our college and community. We transform lives together. We work together in the spirit of Wahkohtowin (togetherness) in good relations--Miyo Wahkohtowin.


We're searching for someone dedicated to making a difference to join our University Transfer - Dual Credit team. We offer a vibrant, inclusive, diverse, and student-centered learning environment that seeks to transform lives and strengthen communities by offering students pathways into a wide variety of careers. We invite applications from instructors excited about teaching and passionate about the subject matter.


We are looking for an experienced casual instructor to join the Dual Credit - University Transfer Instructional Team for the Winter 2026 semester to teach Health Education (HEED) 1000 "Individual Health and Wellness" in person with our dual credit partner at Maskwacis Education Schools Commission.


Dual credit programming provides high school students with the opportunity to take university transfer courses through NorQuest, earning high school and post-secondary credit at the same time.


This position requires in-person teaching at Maskwacis Education Schools Commission from February - May on Tuesdays 1230-3:30pm weekly. Compensation for eligible travel expenses is available.


The course description can be found here.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Plan and prepare for the instructional delivery of HEED 1000. Instruct and evaluate students in HEED 1000. Maintain student and program records for your section of HEED 1000. Collaborate with and contribute to the instructional team as needed.

WHAT YOU BRING

Master's degree or higher in a health or education related field. If your education was received internationally we recommend you obtain an international education assessment through IQAS, WES, or one of the other nationally designated organizations. Experience teaching under-represented student populations, such as Indigenous students. Experience using Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Moodle (misiwe), Blackboard Ultra and/ or other educational technologies considered an asset.

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?

As a difference maker you bring:

Commitment to student-prioritized and student-led learning; a willingness to put students and the student experience first. Experience teaching Health Education at the post-secondary level. Demonstrated commitment to supporting a wide variety of learners with varying goals and needs. Experience supporting Indigenous and high school learners an asset.

SALARY: HEED 1000 is a 3-credit course that is compensated per the NorQuest College faculty agreement course casual rate per credit.


We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

Additional Information:

Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate's suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.


For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is recommended they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:

International Qualifications Assessment Service https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment World Education Services https://www.wes.org/ca/

We encourage applicants to include the assessment certificate as part of their application.


This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:

We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers - we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.


NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.


NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Metis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution's work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

Accessibility

: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to Careers@norquest.ca.

Apply to Become a NorQuester

: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.

PSST

: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we'll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.