Background
Northwestern Polytechnic, Canada’s newest polytechnic, aspires to be the most entrepreneurial polytechnic in Canada by 2034. We are recruiting individuals who spark creativity, drive innovation, are highly engaged and are eager to embrace our core values: innovation & responsiveness. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit, one who is willing to turn risk into opportunity, Northwestern is your employer of choice. A recently aligned strategic plan identifies 1, 3, 5, and 10-year goals, tactics and actions that will ensure Canada’s newest polytechnic will be the most entrepreneurial in Canada.
The Role
Northwestern Polytechnic is looking for patient driving instructors to teach our learners how to drive Class 1 and/or Class 3 commercial vehicles. The driving instructor's responsibilities include planning and delivering lessons that promote learners theoretical and applied driving skills.
Continuing Education is currently seeking instructors to teach the following:
- Class 1 Learning Pathway
- Tier 2: Core Learning Program
- Tier 3: Competence Building Program
- Class 3 to 1 Experience and Equivalency
- Class 3 Driver Training
- Alberta Air Brakes (Q Endorsement)
Responsibilities
- Driver Instruction & Vehicle Safety
- Deliver Class 1 Learning Pathway training (Tier 2, Tier 3, Experience and Equivalency) and Class 3 driver training.
- Teach vehicle parts, functions, and on-road regulations.
- Maintaining vehicle control during emergency vehicle situations.
- Ensure vehicles are inspected, fueled, clean, secure, and maintained before and after use.
- Report mechanical issues and equipment maintenance needs.
- Ensure proper use and care of institutional vehicles.
- Enforce institutional, provincial, and OH&S safety standards.
- Instructional Delivery & Assessment
- Deliver both classroom/theory and practical/road training.
- Prepare lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments.
- Adapt instruction to diverse learner needs and learning styles.
- Administer and grade knowledge and skills evaluations.
- Provide constructive feedback to build learner confidence.
- Compliance & Record Keeping
- Maintain accurate records of training hours, competencies, attendance, and student progress.
- Ensure compliance with Alberta Transportation and other regulatory requirements.
- Collaboration & Professionalism
- Coordinate with Continuing Education staff for scheduling and equipment use.
- Contribute to curriculum updates and program evaluation to align with industry standards.
- Exhibit strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Show flexibility to teach evenings, weekends, or intensive programs.
What We Offer
NWP offers lifelong learning opportunities through professional development & wellness programs, a competitive salary and compensation package and a student-centered culture that is vital to our community. Consider joining Canada’s newest polytechnic, committed to be the most entrepreneurial polytechnic by 2034.
The successful candidate must possess:
- Valid Class 1 driver's license with at least three years professional driving experience
- Certification as a licensed Driving Instructor in Alberta (or willingness to obtain)
- Acceptable driving abstract (no more than 6 demerits, and no license suspensions within the preceding two-year period)
- Thorough knowledge of the Traffic Safety Act, Provincial Hours of Service, Cargo Securement, Weights & Dimensions, and Pre-trip Inspection
- Criminal Record Check may be requested prior to hire
The successful candidate will be provided internal training to achieve Alberta Transportation Professional Driver Training Instructor status if required.
How to Apply
Only applications received electronically via the NWP website will be considered.
We review all applications to select candidates whose qualifications and experience most closely meet our needs.
Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. For general inquiries, please contact HR at humanresources@nwpolytech.ca