Part-Time Business Instructor - FINS 4200 (Winter)

Red Deer Polytechnic -
Red Deer, AB

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Job details

Part-time | Full-time | Fixed term contract
2 days ago

Qualifications

Doctoral degree
Post-secondary education
Master's degree
Chartered Professional Accountant
CFP
Bachelor's
Business
Accounting
Communication skills
Teaching

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Position Information

Position Title

Part-Time Business Instructor - FINS 4200 (Winter)

Faculty/Instructor Profile

Faculty at Red Deer Polytechnic:

Are passionate about teaching, learning, and student success.

Pursue professional learning to continually enhance their practice and their discipline.

Are recognized for their contributions to both local and global communities.

Role Description

As Red Deer Polytechnic’s future takes shape, growing our breadth of credentials (to include our own degrees) and programs, our institution has high expectations of our amazing faculty. But we do recognize that new hires may not have all the skills and experiences when applying. We want you to know that there is some flexibility to develop your talents over time. The initial focus for new faculty will be on teaching and student success with lots of opportunity for professional development, growth and collaboration. Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is committed to all faculty acquiring the identified Key Attributes over time.

Teaching

The faculty member combines discipline expertise with evidence based teaching to facilitate effective and varied learning experiences.

Student Success

The faculty member encourages student success in an engaging, supportive environment by being responsive to student needs and ideas.

Professional Development

The faculty member engages in the continuous pursuit of knowledge to maintain currency in their discipline and their teaching practice.

Research, Scholarly and Creative Pursuits

The faculty member has the opportunity to pursue impactful scholarly and creative activities and disseminates knowledge that advances the discipline, enhances the reputation of Red Deer Polytechnic, and improves communities.

Community Contributions

The faculty member values engagement, contributing knowledge and their own expertise to the betterment of Red Deer Polytechnic and local communities, as well as discipline-based, national, and global communities.

For More Information: Faculty Profile

Position Responsibilities

The Donald School of Business is seeking a part-time instructor to teach Retirement Planning, FINS 4200 in the Winter semester.

Please note: This is an on-campus, in-person, course offering.

FINS 4200 identifies how to synthesize learning in the development of comprehensive retirement planning strategies. Assess government, employer, and private retirement support and shortfalls. Receive credit towards Certified Financial Planning (CFP) designation.

Candidates should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills that allow them to teach this course to a wide range of learners. The successful candidate will also have a passion for teaching theory using applied learning strategies in a flexible learning environment. A desire to innovate in the achievement of learning outcomes is required.

Winter Term: January 6, 2027 to April 13, 2027

FINS 4200: Retirement Planning
On Campus | TR | 18:30 – 19:50

Please note the contract start dates allow for instructor prep time. The contract end dates allow for grading and submission of final marks.

Winter Contract: December 16, 2026 – April 30, 2026

The Donald School of Business at Red Deer Polytechnic is a growing, learner-centered community that advances the mission of Red Deer Polytechnic to strengthen and enrich the intellectual, economic, cultural, and social development of Central Alberta. The Donald School of Business contributes to the vitality and strength of the economy and businesses of Central Alberta through the development of graduates that work and excel in the region.

The DSB contributes to Red Deer Polytechnic’s comprehensive mix of programming, offering learners a range of credentials including certificates, post-diploma and graduate certificates, diplomas, university transfer programs, and collaborative degrees. We continue to evolve as a School, seeking opportunities to offer innovative new programs and credentials to serve our learners. Our priority is to deliver an exceptional learning environment for our students by focusing on excellence in teaching in learning and experiential opportunities both inside and outside the classroom that contribute to their future success.

The Donald School of Business programs:

Advanced Accounting
Aviation Certificate
Business Certificate
Business Diploma
Bachelor of Business Administration Degree
Legal Assistant Diploma

For further information contact:
Lisa Henderson, Acting Dean
Donald School of Business
Email: [email protected]

Required Qualifications

Graduate degree in relevant discipline (i.e. MBA)
CPA designation
Record of relevant business experience
Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, team environment

Preferred Qualifications

Combination of:

Post-Secondary teaching experience
Doctorate degree in relevant discipline

Salary or Hourly?

Salary

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Benefits and Compensation Information

Part-time instructors receive an additional 14% of the gross salary in lieu of benefits and vacation pay.

About Red Deer Polytechnic

Focused on advancing the economic and social priorities of Alberta, Red Deer

Polytechnic (RDP) provides more than 100 industry-relevant credit and non-credit programs to approximately 11,000 credit, non-credit and apprenticeship students. With modern teaching and learning spaces, and state-of-the-art research and innovation centres, RDP provides education and applied research opportunities in partnership with industry and communities.

Red Deer Polytechnic’s main campus is located on Treaty 7, Treaty 6 and Métis ancestral lands. This is where we will strive to honour and transform our relationships with one another..

Whatever brings you to Red Deer Polytechnic, we are glad you are here. And we look forward to having you as a valued member of our polytechnic community.

Posting Detail Information

Competition Number

2026-F-032

Faculty Employment Type

Term-Certain Part-Time

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

12/16/2026

Position End Date (if term-certain)

04/30/2027

FTE

Hours of Work

Open Date

06/01/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Note to Applicant

Red Deer Polytechnic fosters an inclusive learning and working environment where everyone can bring their full selves and share their unique talents. We are committed to being responsive to the evolving needs and expectations of our diverse community.

At RDP, we are committed to a merit-based hiring process, and we believe in an inclusive workplace that is fair, equitable, supportive, welcoming and respectful. We recognize, value, and leverage differences in identifies, abilities, background, cultures, skills, experiences, and perspectives. Our practices are guided by the principles of the Alberta Human Rights Act and support the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action. If you believe you have the skills and equivalent experience and potential to contribute to this role, we encourage you to apply.

Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code. To request an accommodation, please contact [email protected].

Special Instructions to Applicants

Required Documents

Resume

References Names and Contact Information

Cover Letter

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