College and other vocational instructors
College and other vocational instructors teach applied arts, academic, technical and vocational subjects to students at community colleges, CEGEPs, agricultural colleges, technical and vocational institutes, language schools and other college level schools. This unit group also includes trainers who are employed by private training establishments, companies, community agencies and governments to deliver internal training or development courses. College teachers who are heads of departments are included in this unit group.
Good
Market Demand
TEER 1
Skill Level
NL, YK, NU
Top Provinces
What They Do
- Teach students using a systematic plan of lectures, demonstrations, discussion groups, laboratory work, shop sessions, seminars, case studies, field assignments and independent or group projects
- Develop curriculum and prepare teaching materials and outlines for courses
- Prepare, administer and mark tests and papers to evaluate students' progress
- Advise students on program curricula and career decisions
- Provide individualized tutorial or remedial instruction to students who require it
- Supervise independent or group projects, field placements, laboratory work or hands-on training
- Supervise teaching assistants
- May provide consultation services to government, business and other organizations
- May serve on committees concerned with matters such as budgets, curriculum revision, and course and diploma requirements.
Qualifications
- checkA bachelor's degree, a college diploma or demonstrated expertise in the field of instruction is required.
- checkA master's degree in the field of instruction may be required.
- checkA certificate, diploma or degree in adult education may be required.
- checkFor instructors of trades, completion of apprenticeship training and industry or trade certification are required. Additional courses in teaching or a provincial teaching certificate may be required.
Market Outlook by Province
Newfoundland and Labrador
The employment outlook will be Good for college and other vocational instructors (NOC 41210) in Newfoundland and Labrador for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.Several positions will become available due to retirements.There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities may vary depending on the time of the year.Job opportunities should arise as various levels of government continue to support skills upgrading, sustaining the demand for continuing education programs and vocational training. Job opportunities are less abundant in the summer months for instructors working in educational institutions due to the slowdown in activities in the sector during this period. Contract and part-time work are common. Here are some key facts about college and other vocational instructors in Newfoundland and Labrador: Approximately 1,350 people work in this occupation. College and other vocational instructors mainly work in the following sectors: Community colleges and C.E.G.E.P.s (NAICS 6112): 69%Hospitals (NAICS 622): 6% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 90% compared to 83% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 10% compared to 17% for all occupations71% of college and other vocational instructors work all year, while 28% work only part of the year, compared to 56% and 43% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 45 weeks compared to 40 weeks for all occupations.6% of college and other vocational instructors are self-employed compared to an average of 8% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 49% compared to 51% for all occupations Women: 51% compared to 49% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 27% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 8% compared to 17% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 28% compared to 23% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 35% compared to 14% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 25% compared to 7% for all occupations
Good
Outlook
Yukon
The employment outlook will be Good for college and other vocational instructors (NOC 41210) in Yukon for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to several new positions.Several positions will become available due to retirements.There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Demand for this occupation is influenced by population growth, student enrollment, provincial government funding, and revenue from international student fees.In January 2024, the federal government implemented a cap on study permit applications for international students. Declining revenues due to these changes have forced many colleges and universities to cut programs and implement layoffs.Prospects for this occupation in the Yukon remain good, despite national trends.Yukon University is the largest employer of college and vocational instructors in the territory. Yukon University offers over 50-degree, diploma, certificate, trades, and university prep programs.Here are some key facts about college and other vocational instructors in Yukon: Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. College and other vocational instructors mainly work in the following sectors: Educational services (NAICS 61): 66%Public Administration and Defence (NAICS 91): 24%Health care and social services (NAICS 62): 6% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 75% compared to 84% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 25% compared to 16% for all occupations63% of college and other vocational instructors work all year, while 38% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 44 weeks compared to 44 weeks for all occupations.11% of college and other vocational instructors are self-employed compared to an average of 14% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 53% compared to 49% for all occupations Women: 47% compared to 51% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: n/a high school diploma or equivalent: 24% compared to 25% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 43% compared to 20% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 19% compared to 19% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 10% compared to 11% for all occupations
Good
Outlook
Nunavut
The employment outlook will be Good for college and other vocational instructors (NOC 41210) in Nunavut for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to several new positions.Several positions will become available due to retirements.There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.Demand for this occupation is influenced by population growth, student enrollment, provincial government funding, and revenue from international student fees.In January 2024, the federal government implemented a cap on study permit applications for international students. Declining revenues due to these changes have forced many colleges and universities to cut programs and implement layoffs.Prospects for this occupation in Nunavut remain good, despite national trends.The largest employer of college and other vocational instructors in Nunavut is Nunavut Arctic College. Nunavut Arctic College has five campuses and community learning centres in all 25 communities of Nunavut.Here are some key facts about college and other vocational instructors in Nunavut: Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. College and other vocational instructors mainly work in the following sectors: Educational services (NAICS 61): 66%Public Administration and Defence (NAICS 91): 24%Health care and social services (NAICS 62): 6% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 90% compared to 87% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 10% compared to 13% for all occupations70% of college and other vocational instructors work all year, while 30% work only part of the year, compared to 72% and 28% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 45 weeks compared to 44 weeks for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 26% compared to 51% for all occupations Women: 74% compared to 49% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: 9% compared to 37% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 9% compared to 22% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 27% compared to 15% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 18% compared to 10% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 32% compared to 6% for all occupations
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Learning and Teaching Strategies, and Instructing
to teach students in lectures, demonstrations, discussion groups, laboratory work, shop sessions, seminars, field assignments and independent or group projects
Monitoring
to assess students’ performance through assessments, assignments and participation to track progress, identify areas where students may be struggling and provide timely support or intervention
Verbal Ability and Speech Clarity
to explain complex concepts clearly and effectively to students
Written Expression
to create clear and well-organized lesson plans, assignments and exams to explain expectations and learning outcomes to students
Service Orientation
to builds strong instructor-student rapport, promoting active participation and trust, which are key for students to feel supported and motivated in their educational journey
Knowledge in Teaching
to understand teaching principles and techniques to instruct students, provide individualized support and advise on program curriculum or career decisions
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