HCAF Lead Instructor

MaKami College; Calgary; On-site; CAD 41,328 - 55,104; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Spending & Lifestyle Accounts

Educational Allowance for Professional Development

Emergency Allowance for Unexpected Needs

Free Massages at Our Student Clinic

Discounts on College Programs & Courses

Staff Discount in College Store

On-Site Gym Access

Free Parking

Job summary

MaKami College in Calgary, Alberta is seeking a part-time Health Care Aide Instructor responsible for providing quality academic instruction to students. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year of teaching experience, be a Registered LPN in good standing, and possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

This role offers a supportive environment and the opportunity to positively impact students' learning experiences. Benefits include health spending accounts, professional development allowances, and discounts on programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of teaching experience at a post-secondary level.
• Experience developing curriculum.
• Experience with adult learners.

Responsibilities

• Provide intellectually stimulating instruction to students.
• Prepare lesson plans according to College standards.
• Supervise students during practicum placements.
• Utilize various instructional methods.
• Prepare, administer, and mark assignments and exams.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to explain concepts

Patience

Education

Registered LPN in good standing in Alberta

Teaching experience or qualification in adult education

Tools

NETcare

Job description

Work in a purpose driven career with MaKami College, a public post‑secondary college that has been helping students for over 20 years, with locations in Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta. MaKami College offers in‑person, online, and blended programs in Massage Therapy, Health Care Aide, Business Administrative Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, and more. Rapidly growing, we are expanding our campuses across Canada and continuously adding programs to our course catalogue. Our team members develop professionally in areas they are passionate about, guided by our MaKami Pillars – Leadership, Professionalism, Helpfulness, and Inspiration. The college provides a supportive environment for staff to positively impact students and families.

Due to continued growth in our Health Care Aide programs, we are excited to offer a part‑time opportunity for experienced Health Care Aide Instructors. The primary responsibility of this role is to provide quality academic instruction to students, ensuring that each student in their class has an enjoyable, productive, challenging, and meaningful experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide appropriate, intellectually stimulating instruction in each class by taking into account the unique abilities of each student
• Prepare lesson plans according to College standards/guidelines, with approval from the Department Head
• Supervise students on practicum placements
• Utilize a variety of instructional methods to present course material to students (lectures, demonstrations, hands‑on training, independent and group projects)
• Provide individualized instruction when needed
• Prepare, administer and mark student assignments and exams
• Utilize effective classroom management techniques that keep students organized, orderly, focused, attentive, on task and academically productive during class
• Work with the Student Advisory Services Team, Student Academic Learning Team, and the Teaching Assistant to monitor classroom operations and track student performance
• Other duties as assigned to support colleagues or the College in achieving its goals and objectives

Requirements

• Registered LPN in good standing in Alberta
• A minimum of 1 year of teaching experience at a post‑secondary level or a qualification related to adult education is essential
• Previous experience using NETcare is an advantage
• Experience developing curriculum
• Experience teaching within an adult learner population

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Able to explain concepts to others effectively
• Able to work with students with a variety of academic abilities and backgrounds while remaining patient
• Familiar with classroom routines
• Able to work evenings and Saturdays

Benefits

• Health Spending & Lifestyle Accounts
• Educational Allowance for Professional Development
• Emergency Allowance for Unexpected Needs
• Free Massages at Our Student Clinic
• Discounts on College Programs & Courses
• Staff Discount in College Store
• On‑Site Gym Access
• Free Parking