Contract Position: Instructor, University Studies (Computer Systems Technology)

The Opportunity

Keyano College’s University Studies department is currently seeking Contract Instructor to teach the following course:
Winter 2027 semester (January 7 – April 26, 2027)
- COMSC 299 - Web Based Internet Technology
Note: this is not a remote or hybrid work opportunity, you will be required to work on campus and relocate to Fort McMurray, AB.

About Us

Keyano College is a comprehensive post-secondary educational institution located in Fort McMurray, nested in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo on traditional Treaty 8 territory. We are a strategic community partner that meets both the training and talent upgrading needs of industry, as well as the personal enrichment and cultural needs of the Wood Buffalo community. We take pride in offering a safe work and study environment that embraces Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging. Our students and customers come from all walks of life and so do we. That is why we are committed to hiring great people from a variety of backgrounds because it makes our employee community stronger.

Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be required to:
• Primarily teach their specific courses across the curriculum
• Maintaining office hours and student mentorship/engagement
• Maintaining professional competence and knowledge of subject matter

Qualifications

• Minimum: Master’s degree in Computer Science or a closely related field.
• Strong foundational knowledge across:
- Web development principles, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, responsive design, and the creation of interactive web applications.
- Web-based programming concepts, including client-side and server-side technologies, website architecture, and internet communication protocols.
- Database integration, web content management, cybersecurity fundamentals, accessibility standards, and current web development best practices.
- Applying industry-standard tools and frameworks to design, develop, test, troubleshoot, and deploy web-based solutions in a collaborative and project-based learning environment.
• Experience teaching undergraduate courses is preferred.
• Proficient with the use of learning technologies.
• Excellent classroom management and instructional skills.
• Demonstrated excellent communication, planning, time management, and organizational skills.
• Dependable and resourceful team member with a proven track record of managing multiple competing priorities with a calm professional approach.
• Commitment to inclusion and diversity
Please note that if your education was received internationally, upon hire we will require you to provide an international education assessment completed through WES, IQAS or one of the other IRCC approved designated organization.

Compensation and Benefits

• Placement on the wage grid is reflective upon educational and experiential qualifications.

Additional Information

At Keyano College, we are committed to fostering an equitable, caring and resilient environment where everyone feels valued and connected to the common goal and the college community. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage candidates who will contribute to the diversity of the College to apply.
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue through the selection process will be contacted.