NLC-2322: Instructor, Health Programs (Health Care Aide)

Additional Information:

For over 50 years, the Northern Lakes College vision has been to increase accessibility to educational opportunities. With 25 locations across northern Alberta, program sites throughout Alberta, and a unique Supported Distance Learning model, students can access quality educational opportunities without leaving their community. Students can study from the comforts of home, work, on the road, or from one of the many College locations. Northern Lakes College offers a variety of university transfer, diploma, and certificate programs, including Academic Upgrading, Business & Administrative Studies, Health & Human Service Careers, Pre-Employment & Apprenticeship Trades, Resource Technology, University Studies, and Continuing Education & Corporate Training certificates and courses. The college supports and promotes professional development and wellness opportunities and provides employees with an attractive benefits plan and competitive salaries. The College service region offers numerous recreational activities for the entire family to enjoy!

Northern Lakes College has the following Temporary Full-Time Position available:

Instructor, Health Programs (Health Care Aide)
Salary: $62,520 to $94,716 per year
Location: Slave Lake
Start Date: October 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027

Qualifications:

• Licensed Practical Nurse; Registered Nurse is an asset
• A valid registration with College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA), College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta (CPRNA), or College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CARNA)
• Minimum one (1) year continuing care clinical experience in a health care facility
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Willingness to travel
• A clean vulnerable sector criminal record check prior to commencement
• A valid Class 5 driver’s license
• A combination of education, training, and experience may be considered

Nature and Scope of Work:

Reporting to the Chair, Practical Nurse and Health Care Aide, this position is responsible for instruction in lab, classroom, and workplace settings, assessing prior learning, tutoring, student recruitment and advising, record keeping, and administration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Instruction, Teaching Strategies, and Learning Environment

• Provide individual and group instruction in classroom, laboratory, and workplace settings
• Become knowledgeable of Health Care Aide Program and program expectations
• Use a variety of teaching techniques and strategies, including educational technology if required, which are appropriate for adult learners
• Provide students with accurate and timely information regarding courses and program
• Ensure that students are familiar with the content of the student handbook
• Establish and maintain a classroom and laboratory environment conducive to learning
• Maintain an inventory of supplies and materials
• Provide access to educational resources
• Demonstrate a respect for individual differences

Student Support, Engagement, and Evaluation

• Build a mutually comfortable working relationship with students including advocating on behalf of students
• Meet/communicate with each student on a regular basis
• Encourage peer support activities
• Provide opportunities for student evaluation of instruction adjusting as needed in response to student feedback
• Monitor student attendance and progress identifying and assisting students experiencing difficulties
• Use probationary/performance contracts as required as well as making probation and termination recommendations
• Organize and facilitate student orientation to the College and Program
• Ensure exam security, co-ordinate exam schedule, and organize and supervise exams as required
• Co-ordinate administration of course, Program and College evaluation forms, withdrawals, and registrations

Liaison, Compliance, Promotion, and Professional Responsibilities

• Liaise with student sponsors/employers
• Assist in promoting College programs
• Projecting a positive image of the College
• Maintain and encourage good public relations
• Display a client service attitude
• Identify and participate in promotional activities
• Assist with the development of promotional materials and activities
• Identify and share promotional ideas
• Maintain confidentiality of information acting in accordance with privacy policies and regulations
• Adhere to College and program policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Participate in professional development, annually identify learning goals, and provide evidence of progress toward achieving goals

Skills/Knowledge:

• Sensitivity to the needs of adult learners
• Flexibility
• Ability to work, at times, with uncertainty
• A balanced approach to the needs of the students and the requirements of the institution
• Ability to make positive contributions to short and long-term planning based on experience with post-secondary learning and adult learners
• A positive, problem-solving approach to the work
• Ability to function well as a member of a team
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Contacts (Internal and External):

• Northern Lakes College Students
• Other Health Program Instructors

The Successful candidate must provide College or University transcripts and a clean Criminal Record Check to Human Resources prior to commencement.

This position is covered under the Collective Agreement between Northern Lakes College and the Faculty Association of Northern Lakes College.

Note: Northern Lakes College thanks all applicants for their interest in employment; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

• Competitive salaries
• Vacation time ranging from three to eight weeks
• Excellent health and dental benefits
• Life and disability insurance
• Pension plans with employer contributions
• Comprehensive employee and family assistance program
• Professional development opportunities