Job Description

NOC: 41210 Instructor Technology Institute

Yukon Learn Society

Whitehorse, YT
Full Time

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  Education And Child Care

Duration

Permanent

Job Level

N/A

Intended job posting audience

Anyone who can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, the employer will not consider your job application.
About the Yukon Learn Society The Yukon Learn Society is a dynamic and growing non-profit literacy organization that offers free adult literacy programs and services to assist clients in achieving their literacy goals, and enriching their lives. We work at a grassroots level, developing programs and services to meet the current literacy needs of Yukon adults. Yukon Learn has a mission to bring literacy to learners, and promotes lifelong learning and wellness. Job Summary:
This position includes some travel to Yukon communities and is primarily responsible for providing technological and computer literacy instruction to adult learners for the Yukon Tech Talks and Yukon Tech Roadshow. The Technologies Instructor will work specifically in the topic of technologies (such as smartphones, tablets, and other devices) as well as with the internet, Microsoft Office, and other related duties. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Technologies Instructor will assist clients in becoming technologically literate. Primary Duties:

• Coordinate, plan, organize, conduct both theoretical and practical lessons in areas of technologies, smart device and computer related instruction
• Instruct/develop programs and courses, both in-person and via Zoom
• Consult and liaise with other instructors as needed, to integrate program/ course content or to team-teach
• Client case management including maintaining accurate records of student assessment, progress reports, attendance, background information, and final reports
• Assign and review work of students
• Research and maintain effective curriculum through reviewing, writing instructional materials, learning material aids, and assessing audiovisual resources for content and accuracy
• Work closely, and maintain excellent relations with Yukon University
• Work closely and maintain excellent relations with program contributors
• Assist YLS staff and/or contractors, instructors and/or facilitators
• Interview and assess clients

Other Duties:

• Report status and progress of program and make recommendations
• Plan the course schedules and assignments, and ensure that the appropriate administrative practices are followed
• Stay current in the latest technologies and in adult education
• Ensure program/course relevance by participating in relevant professional activities and liaising with other instructors/institutions
• Provide support to tutors, volunteers and clients
• Provide information on Yukon Learn Society
• Review literacy materials and tools for use recommendations
• Research technologies that will be useful to learners
• Attend meetings as required
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Educational background and/or experience and/or training in Adult Basic Education or Information Technology
• Strong knowledge of technology, education, and literacy issues related to adults
• Excellent understanding of popular devices (such as smartphones, tablets, computer software, and other emerging technologies)
• Strong knowledge of issues surrounding learning disabilities
• Knowledge of the social conditions and dynamics prevailing in Yukon communities
• Experience with Zoom and other video conferencing technologies considered an asset.

Job Requirements:

• Travel to the Yukon communities on occasion

Conditions of Employment:

• Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector clearance
• Valid Class 5 Yukon Driver\'s License

Additional Application Instructions
If you are interested in putting your name forward as a candidate, please submit your resume and cover letter, addressed to Julie Anne Ames, to julie.anne.ames@yukonlearn.com or drop it off in person to Yukon Learn, 301-309 Strickland Street in Whitehorse. We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.