Instructor, Paramedic Programs

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Alumni; Regina; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Polytechnic Regina Campus is seeking an Instructor for Paramedic Programs to plan and deliver courses across all levels, including labs and practical sessions, and to evaluate outcomes.

The role requires ACP/EMT-P experience, active licensure, ITLS and BLS instructor certifications, and ACLS/PALS or PEPP, along with strong communication and collaboration skills to support practicum sites.

Qualifications

• ACP program completion from an approved school.
• Minimum EMT-Paramedic experience (2 years) or EMT experience (5 years).
• Valid Practicing License with Saskatchewan College of Paramedics.
• ITLS Instructor certification and BLS instructor certification.
• ACLS and PALS or PEPP certification.
• Ability to apply adult education principles to teaching.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience facilitating students in a precepted practicum.
• Experience with internet, e-mail, MS Office; adaptable to tech.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Plan/facilitate delivery of Paramedic Programs across all levels, including labs, scenario practice, and lectures; evaluate teaching outcomes.
• Develop and maintain community/agency partnerships.
• Manage learning environments in classroom and practicum settings.
• Participate in program and school initiatives.
• Serve as practicum liaison for students and preceptors, assisting with paperwork and evaluations.
• Maintain external relationships with institutions, vendors, and health education leaders.

Skills

ITLS Instructor

BLS Provider

ACLS

PALS/PEPP

Adult Education

Teamwork

Education

ACP program

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Content (SDF) Details

Competition Number P17816 Posting Title Instructor, Paramedic Programs Classification Instructor Location Saskatchewan Polytechnic Regina Campus Other Location(s) Building Other Building Main Campus Date Posted 08/07/2026 Closing Date 08/31/2026 JIQ # Start Date 09/01/2026 End Date Open Until Filled No Ongoing Yes Category of work Full Time Bargaining Unit Faculty Association Hours of Work 825 hours (825 hours of student contact/1442.75 hours per year) Salary Range As per Instructor salary grid Temporary Market Stipend $520.83 Semi-Monthly Incumbent Total Assigned days (AC) / Total Hours per biweekly pay 199 assigned days

Posting Status

Open

Special Instructions to Applicants

Saskatchewan Polytechnic is committed to building a diverse and representative workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We recognize that First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples have been historically underrepresented in the labour market due to systemic barriers, and that advancing reconciliation includes addressing these inequities within our own institution. Strengthening Indigenous representation among employees is a priority in Sask Polytech's Inclusive Excellence: Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Reconciliation Strategy 2025-2030.

In alignment with Section 48 of The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, and in partnership with the Saskatchewan Polytechnic Faculty Association, we will prioritize candidates who meet the qualifications for this position. Applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify during the application process. Self-identification information is kept confidential and supports our reconciliation commitments and efforts to foster inclusive and culturally grounded learning and working environments. Choosing not to self-identify will not negatively impact an applicant’s consideration.

Job Duties / Qualifications, Skills and Abilities (QSA)

• Plan/facilitate the delivery of a learning program or course at all three levels within the Paramedic Programs including: providing tutorial, counselling assistance; facilitating labs, scenario skill practice, small groups and lectures; evaluating course/program and result of teaching process; and revising/maintaining curriculum. Responsibilities may also include Practicum Coordination for both hospital and ambulance practicum sites.
• Develop and maintain community/agency partnerships.
• Manage the learning environment in both classroom and practicum settings.
• Participate in Program and School related initiatives.
• Act as a practicum liaison for Paramedic students and preceptors, assisting with completion of paperwork or evaluation.
• Establish and maintain external relationships with counterparts from other educational institutions, simulation lab professionals, vendors, representatives of the community, health industry and health education leaders, nationally and internationally.
• Establish and maintain internal relationships within Saskatchewan Polytechnic.

Qualifications, Skills, Abilities And Experience

• Completion of an ACP (advanced Care Paramedic) program from an approved school.
• A minimum of two years’ experience as an EMT-P/ACP or five years’ experience as an EMT/PCP
• Valid Practicing License with Saskatchewan College of Paramedics.
• Current Instructor level certification in International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) and Basic Life Support (Heart and Stroke Foundation).
• Current Provider level certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Pediatric Education for Pre-hospital Professionals (PEPP).
• Understanding of an ability to apply basic principles and practices of adult education to assist learners with the required emergency health care knowledge and skills.
• Well developed interpersonal and communication skills including excellent written and oral presentation skills and an ability to develop and maintain productive working relations with instructors, program administrators, employers, students, other clients and the public.
• Experience facilitating students in a precepted practicum.
• Demonstrated competence and recent experience in the use of the internet, e-mail, MS Office Suite software and ability to learn and adapt to changing technology.
• Ability to function as a team member in an ever-changing environment.
• Demonstrates valuing diversity.

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Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• List of Reference Contacts