Equine Instructional Assistant – Hands-On Lab Support

Olds College of Agriculture & Technology; Olds; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Olds College Of Agriculture & Technology is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Equine Programs on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will assist instructors, help manage labs, care for horses, and ensure a safe learning environment for students.

Responsibilities include setting up labs, organizing materials, and coordinating with the Associate Dean on workload priorities. A minimum of three years in related equine work is expected, with RVT or post-secondary education considered an

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of direct equine massage therapy or related equine industry experience.
• Experience with horse care and handling.
• RVT designation or post-secondary education is an asset.
• Strong interpersonal, time management and organizational skills.
• Solid computer skills including Google Suite and willingness to learn new programs.
• Proven ability to collaborate and work in a team environment.
• Clear communication and problem-solving abilities with attention to accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Assist instructors and students in the classroom and hands-on labs across equine courses.
• Set up and take down lab activities and demonstrations.
• Organize and maintain models, equipment and horses used in courses.
• Coordinate materials/supplies and prepare lab resources for instruction.
• Order, purchase and inventory materials for assigned classes.
• Support safety of students in various teaching scenarios.
• Maintain email communication and coordinate with the Associate Dean on priorities.
• Participate in Instructional Support Teams and College groups; weekend work may be required.

Skills

Equine Massage Therapy

Horse Care

Teamwork

Customer Service

Google Suite

Education

Post-secondary education

RVT designation asset

Job description

Olds College Of Agriculture & Technology is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Equine Programs on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will assist instructors, help manage labs, care for horses, and ensure a safe learning environment for students.

Responsibilities include setting up labs, organizing materials, and coordinating with the Associate Dean on workload priorities. A minimum of three years in related equine work is expected, with RVT or post-secondary education considered an