Instructional Assistant - Massage Therapy Program

Lethbridge Polytechnic; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A Canadian polytechnic institution is hiring an Instructional Assistant for its Massage Therapy Program. This casual role involves guiding and supervising students during their practical sessions and community-based work experiences. Applicants must be a Registered Massage Therapist with at least two years of clinical experience. The position requires excellent communication and organizational skills. Successful candidates will be expected to provide oversight and constructive feedback to students in a professional environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Massage Therapist in good standing with a provincial association.
• Minimum of 2 years full-time massage therapy experience.
• Basic Life Support and Standard First Aid certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Guide and correct students at the massage clinic.
• Supervise students in community work experiences.
• Provide constructive feedback on student performance.

Skills

Registered Massage Therapist in good standing

Clinical massage therapy experience

Basic Life Support and Standard First Aid

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology

Proficiency in client assessments

Knowledge of rehabilitative massage techniques

Clinic administrative practices

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Communication skills

Job description

Position Information

Job Title: Instructional Assistant – Massage Therapy Program

Appointment Type: Casual

Position Dates: January 2026 – April 2026

Hours per week/FTE: up to 20 hours

About the Position

The Massage Therapy program is looking for individuals to fill a casual position for the winter semester. The responsibilities include guiding and correcting students at Lethbridge Polytechnic’s Student Massage Clinic, Community Based Work Experiences, and Open Lab practice. The candidate will assist students in utilizing practical and technically correct methods to deliver massages effectively and safely while ensuring professional conduct at all times. Administrative duties include maintaining equipment, handling money, and other duties to the operation of a massage clinic.

Position Details

• Provide oversight to students in the student massage clinic and labs.
• Supervise students in Community based work experience opportunities (off campus).
• Supervise students in the Lethbridge Polytechnic student massage clinic on weekdays, evenings and Saturdays.
• Provide guidance and support to students.
• Complete observation and performance tools and provide constructive feedback.
• Report students to the program Practicum Coordinator.
• Supervise financial transactions and cash reconciliations during the clinic.
• Review electronic client records.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Registered Massage Therapist in good standing with a provincial professional massage therapy association.
• Minimum of 2 years full time massage therapy experience in a clinical setting.
• Basic Life Support and Standard First Aid.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology and pathology as related to massage.
• Proficiency with completing client assessments and evaluations.
• Knowledge of rehabilitative massage techniques.
• Good understanding of clinic administrative practices.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Salary AUPE Class Level 7 Step 1 $24.04/hr

Working Here

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number: C25-00453

Open Date: 01/06/2026

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

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Documents Needed To Apply

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation