Community Adult Learning Program (CALP)
Instructor
Faculty of Education
Location: Saddle Lake Cree Nation
Job number: 25-045
Position type: Sessional
Posting date: June 2, 2026
Salary: Commensurate with education and experience
Closing date: Until a suitable candidate is found
Portage College is actively seeking a Community Adult Learning Program (CALP) Instructor to implement community adult learning programming reflective of both the needs of the community and participants enrolled in the program. The primary responsibilities of the CALP Instructor are to strengthen foundational adult skills in an environment that supports and fosters growth and self-confidence and to enhance community-based partnerships that support the development of literacy, numeracy, and foundational skills. The successful candidate will provide instruction at the Saddle Lake campus on a part-time basis, working two days per week.
Responsibilities include:
- Develop and deliver literacy, numeracy and foundational skill-related activities, including workshops and courses that strengthen abilities and provide adults with confidence and a bridge to academic upgrading in their community.
- Liaise with community organizations/agencies and other government and not-for-profit agencies to increase awareness of CALP, but also to learn about other programs/training in area.
- Attend interagency meetings, career days and other community events; Assist in planning and hosting events.
- Ongoing training and research to increase knowledge of program and to ensure a successful Community Adult Learning Program.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor of Education degree is preferred. Applicants with a diploma or certificate as an Education Assistant or in the Human Services field may be considered.
- Preference will be given to applicants with previous experience successfully working with adults in academic upgrading or literacy programs.
- Applicants should have a friendly personality that is consistent and builds trust with learners and staff.
- Knowledge of Indigenous culture and ideally previous experience working in Indigenous communities.
- A thorough understanding of adult learning.
- Self-motivation to learn, to be flexible, and to be open to constructive feedback.
- A strong ability to network.
- Successful applicant will be required to complete mandatory training relating to the Community Adult Learning Program.
- Strong computer skills, specifically with MS Office Suite.
- Willingness to travel.
- Successful applicant will be required to provide a current vulnerable sector police information check.
HOW TO APPLY
Portage College is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society.
If you have the right qualifications, experience and motivation to do extraordinary things at Portage College, we would love to hear from you. Email your cover letter and resume to careers@portagecollege.ca. If you have any questions, call us at 780-623-5747.
Please note we do not accept third-party resume and cover letter submissions.
The College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.