Practicum Instructor
- AB, Canada
- Edmonton, AB, Canada
Full-time
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- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- Minimum 2-5 years of experience in teaching or mentoring students in early learning and child care programs
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Brief Description
Work in a purpose driven career with MaKami College, a public post-secondary college that has been helping students for over 20 years, with locations in Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta.
MaKami College offers students in-person, online, and blended programs in Massage Therapy, Health Care Aide, Business Administrative Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, and more. Rapidly growing, we are working to expand our campuses and are continuously working to add programs to our course catalogue. We work with our team to grow and develop in areas they are passionate about, focusing on our MaKami Pillars - Leadership, Professionalism, Helpfulness, and Inspiration. MaKami team members are provided with many opportunities for professional career growth in a fulfilling and dynamic work environment.
The MaKami team is passionate about creating generational change through education, and we provide the tools and a safe environment for our staff to change the lives of our students and their families.
Key Accountabilities (key Duties & Desired Outcomes
Work in a purpose driven career with MaKami College, a public post-secondary college that has been helping students for over 20 years, with locations in Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta.
MaKami College offers students in-person, online, and blended programs in Massage Therapy, Health Care Aide, Business Administrative Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, and more. Rapidly growing, we are working to expand our campuses and are continuously working to add programs to our course catalogue. We work with our team to grow and develop in areas they are passionate about, focusing on our MaKami Pillars - Leadership, Professionalism, Helpfulness, and Inspiration. MaKami team members are provided with many opportunities for professional career growth in a fulfilling and dynamic work environment.
The MaKami team is passionate about creating generational change through education, and we provide the tools and a safe environment for our staff to change the lives of our students and their families.
Key Accountabilities (key Duties & Desired Outcomes
- Teach practicum content and facilitate workshops to support practicum completion and student learning.
- Support students with online practicum course content and provide guidance throughout their placement.
- Conduct scheduled site visits to licensed child care centres to observe and assess student performance in practicum settings and build relationships with daycare hosts.
- Provide ongoing, constructive feedback and mentorship to students, including virtual check-ins as needed.
- Collaborate with the Practicum Coordinator to address any student or site-related concerns promptly.
- Document student progress and participate in the evaluation process, including grading practicum assignments.
- Ensure that practicum learning outcomes are achieved in alignment with curriculum objectives and provincial standards.
- Develop and update instructional materials related to practicum preparation and completion.
- Participate in curriculum review meetings and contribute to enhancements of practicum course content.
- Assist in coordinating orientation and debrief sessions for practicum students to reinforce learning and gather feedback.
- Diploma or Degree in Early Learning and Child Care, Education, or equivalent experience
- Minimum Alberta Government ECE Level 3 certification
- Qualification related to Adult Education preferred
- Teaching and instructional delivery
- Assessment and evaluation of practicum student performance
- Strong communication and mentoring abilities
- Relationship building with students and external practicum sites
- Problem-solving and issue resolution
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance and childcare standards
- Use of technology to support student learning and communication, including LMS such as Moodle
- Minimum 2-5 years of experience in teaching or mentoring students in early learning and child care programs
- Experience conducting site visits and student assessments in practicum or field placement settings
- Knowledge of ELCC practicum standards, licensing, and certification processes
- Experience providing constructive feedback and supporting student success during practical learning experiences
- Experience working collaboratively with educational staff and external partners
- Background in documenting and evaluating student progress in alignment with learning outcomes
- Office and childcare centre settings for site visits
- Regular travel required for site visits to practicum locations
- Health Spending & Lifestyle Accounts
- Educational Allowance for Professional Development
- Emergency Allowance for Unexpected Needs
- Free Massages at Our Student Clinic
- Discounts on College Programs & Courses
- Staff Discount in College Store
- On-Site Gym Access
- Free Parking
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Responsibilities
Teach practicum content, support students throughout placements, conduct site visits, assess performance, and provide ongoing feedback and mentorship. Document and grade student progress, collaborate with the Practicum Coordinator and childcare sites, and contribute to practicum curriculum and instructional materials.
Requirements
Requires a diploma or degree in Early Learning and Child Care, Education, or equivalent experience, along with at least Alberta Government ECE Level 3 certification; adult education qualifications are preferred. Candidates should have 2–5 years of relevant teaching or mentoring experience, including practicum site visits and assessments, and knowledge of ELCC standards, licensing, and certification processes.
Skills
- Teaching and Instructional Delivery
- Practicum Assessment and Evaluation
- Communication
- Mentoring
- Relationship Building
- Problem-Solving
- Issue Resolution
- Regulatory Compliance
- Childcare Standards
- Learning Management Systems
- Moodle
- Curriculum Development
- Constructive Feedback
- Site Visits
- Adult Education
Benefits
- Health Spending Account
- Lifestyle Account
- Educational Allowance for Professional Development
- Emergency Allowance
- Free Massages at Student Clinic
- Discounts on College Programs and Courses
- Staff Discount in College Store
- On-Site Gym Access
- Free Parking
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Categories
- Education
Keywords
- Early Learning and Child Care
- ECE Level 3 Certification
- Adult Education
- Practicum Instruction
- Student Mentoring
- Practicum Assessment
- Student Evaluation
- Site Visits
- Childcare Centres
- Childcare Licensing
- ELCC Practicum Standards
- Provincial Standards
- Regulatory Compliance
- Learning Management System
- Moodle
- Curriculum Development
- Instructional Materials
- Constructive Feedback
- Field Placement
- Orientation Sessions
- Debrief Sessions