Instructor, Hospitality & Tourism Management (Hotel Specialization)

SAIT’s School of Hospitality and Tourism is consistently recognized as one of the best hospitality schools in the world. We are proud to be the only institution in Canada to hold a Top 50 hospitality school ranking with both CEOWORLD Magazine and QS University Rankings.

Our prestigious reputation has been built on our progressive curriculum, strong relationships with industry and our unparalleled approach to applied education.

The Opportunity

The School of Hospitality and Tourism (H&T) is proud to be ranked as both as the number one hospitality school and number one culinary school in Canada, and #18 in the world. The school is currently accepting applications for a Hospitality and Tourism Management Instructor specializing in hotel operations.

Reporting to the Academic Chair, Hospitality and Tourism Management you will work with students and faculty in a team-oriented setting to champion innovation, inclusion, and values of belonging. As a leader in your field, you will be accountable for promoting a positive and interactive learning environment with academic lectures and hands-on learning, events, and activities to inspire the future leaders of our industry.

Our school is proud of our ranking and this success is founded upon four things:

1. Our world-class and incredibly passionate faculty and staff.

2. Our strong programs, guided by industry and rooted in the human and practical skills our students need to succeed.

3. Our deep commitment to immersive and real-world learning; and

4. Our alumni who continue to make extraordinary impact as professionals, leaders, and entrepreneurs.

With an entrepreneurial and innovative spirit, the school trains approx. 1,800 students each year, year-round in addition to operating hotel practicums, live-classroom food and beverage venues and North America’s only student-run travel centre, Destinations. Add continuing education, corporate training, and research to the mix, and you’ve got a one-of-a-kind school that attracts top talent from around the world.

Working collaboratively with the school leadership team, faculty, staff, SAIT community and industry, you will help us on our journey to become recognized as one of the world’s preeminent schools in hospitality, tourism, and culinary arts education. Student success is the bedrock of our success, and as such you will be a champion of student experience, program excellence and innovation.

The Role

• Deliver engaging courses in the Hospitality and Tourism Management Program to diploma students using a combination of theoretical content and active applied instructional methods.
• Prepare and present lectures and labs
• Evaluate student progress and facilitate achievement.
• Provide ongoing support, guidance, and advice to learners.
• Create a learning environment in labs and classrooms to ensure inclusivity and access for all learners.
• Perform related duties as assigned to meet the emerging needs of SAIT and its students

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum, Bachelor’s degree in hospitality & tourism management or business/management with a hospitality/tourism focus.
• Minimum 5 years’ of mid-senior management hotel industry experience.
• A master’s degree in hospitality/tourism management or a related field would be an asset.
• International work and/or teaching experience is an asset.
• Previous instructional/facilitation experience at the post-secondary level and/or demonstrated training skills in the workplace are assets.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong network of contacts with other professionals, organizations, and employers.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and learning and to working within a diverse team environment.
• A proven dedication to continual, lifelong learning.
• Knowledge of Opera/Opera Cloud and/or a hotel property management system (PMS) is an asset.
• Demonstrate computer skills are essential, Basic level proficiency in Office 365 including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Job classification: INSTRUCTOR – S4001

Hourly Rate: $45.55

# of positions: 1

Position End Date: April 26, 2025

Posting closing date: October 24, 2024

About SAIT

SAIT is a global leader in applied education. Named one of Alberta’s Top Employers, we offer the chance to work with a purpose — preparing the next generation of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, advocates and explorers.

Building on our 100+ year history, we’re looking for innovative, bold and collaborative employees who embrace change and deliver world-class customer experiences. Your future starts now at SAIT.

Equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) is essential to achieving SAIT’s vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about EDI at SAIT.

At SAIT, we understand that experience comes in many forms. We’re dedicated to adding diverse perspectives to SAIT – so if your experience is close to what we’re looking for, please consider applying.

SAIT is committed to supporting persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We will work with applicants to provide accommodations upon request to the Talent Advisor.

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