Equine Programs Lab Assistant – Temporary

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

Job summary

Olds College Of Agriculture & Technology in Alberta seeks a temporary Instructional Assistant for Equine Programs to support instructors and students in hands-on labs, organize equipment and horses, and help prepare materials for instruction. You will assist with lab setup, safety, and student discussions, coordinating with the Associate Dean on priorities and timelines.

The role requires experience in equine massage or related work, strong communication, and teamwork, with a commitment to

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of directly related experience in Equine Massage Therapy or Bodywork Industry or other relevant Equine industry experience.
• Experience with horse care and handling.
• An RVT designation or other post secondary education is considered an asset.
• Strong interpersonal, time management skills, and organizational abilities are vital.
• Solid computer skills are required, (Familiarity with Google Suite, and the willingness to learn specialized programs are an asset).
• Proven capability for collaborative partnership development and teamwork.
• Adept communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Must be able to process and compile information with a strong degree of accuracy.
• Presents a positive, professional image and possesses strong interpersonal, customer service and communication skills.
• Display honesty, integrity, and a strong sense of ethics in all decisions and actions.

Responsibilities

• Assist instructors and students with hands-on instructional support in Olds College Equine programming.
• Set up and take down of lab activities; organize and maintain models, equipment and horses.
• Coordinate collection and preparation of materials and supplies for instruction; manage inventory.
• Develop Lab Guides as resources for courses; maintain materials for student study.
• In consultation with the Associate Dean, assist in exam and practical lab assessment monitoring as needed.
• Play a key role in ensuring the safety of students in various situations.
• Provide assistance to students in daily course activities and discussions.
• Meet with the Associate Dean regarding task, project and workload priorities.
• Maintain email communication; participate in Instructional Support Teams and College groups.
• Availability outside regular hours and on weekends may be required.

Skills

Equine Massage Therapy

Horse Handling

Google Suite

Communication

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Ethics

Interpersonal Skills

Education

RVT designation

Job description

Olds College Of Agriculture & Technology in Alberta seeks a temporary Instructional Assistant for Equine Programs to support instructors and students in hands-on labs, organize equipment and horses, and help prepare materials for instruction. You will assist with lab setup, safety, and student discussions, coordinating with the Associate Dean on priorities and timelines.

The role requires experience in equine massage or related work, strong communication, and teamwork, with a commitment to