Program Instructor for Health Care Assistant (HCA)

Elevare Career Institute; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevare Career Institute is seeking a Healthcare Assistant Instructor in Kelowna, BC. This role allows dedicated professionals to educate learners in a supportive environment, blending theory and practice. With either full-time or part-time options, instructors can contribute significantly to healthcare education while maintaining work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of full-time Canadian nursing experience, preferably 3 to 5 years.
• Experience teaching adult learners and strong references.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 20 to 40 hours of instruction per week on practical and theoretical aspects.
• Evaluate and assess student learning.
• Monitor student progress and supervise during practice placements.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational capabilities

Education

Provincial Instructor Diploma or equivalent education

Current registration with BCCNM

Job description

Job Overview

Elevare Career Institute is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Assistant (HCA) Instructor to join our team in Kelowna, BC. This rewarding role offers flexible scheduling options (full-time or part-time) for registered healthcare professionals passionate about educating the next generation of care providers.

As an HCA Instructor, you'll create dynamic learning environments that blend theoretical knowledge with practical skills, preparing students for meaningful careers in healthcare. The ideal candidate brings clinical expertise with older adults and complex care settings, combined with a talent for engaging adult learners. This position provides an excellent opportunity to shape the future of healthcare education while maintaining work-life balance. Join our mission to empower individuals through innovative educational experiences that transform lives and strengthen our healthcare systems!

Responsibilities

• Under the guidance of Healthcare Program Coordinator, deliver 20 to 40 hours of instruction per week, focusing on practical and theoretical aspects of the HCA program
• Follow lesson plans that adhere to the program curriculum
• Evaluate and assess student learning to ensure comprehension and application of the course material
• Monitor student progress and performance in both classroom and practice education sites, provide support as required
• Supervise students during practice education placements to ensure quality and safety
• Maintain open communication with placement site supervisors and mentors for student progress monitoring
• Conduct and complete comprehensive student evaluations in both classroom and practice education sites
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with the Lead Instructor to ensure cohesive program delivery
• Assist with administrative tasks related to teaching, such as organizing supplemental materials or scheduling lab sessions

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted full registration as a licensed practical nurse, registered nurse or registered psychiatric nurse with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)
• Demonstrated ability to teach adult learners (e.g., completion of Provincial Instructor Diploma or equivalent education or previous teaching experience with satisfactory references or positive performance evaluations and student course evaluations)
• Two or more years (3 to 5 preferred) of full-time Canadian nursing experience (1 year = 1400 work hours) with relevant knowledge of the Canadian health care system, the roles and responsibilities of healthcare team members and current policies and procedures within residential and community care settings. Nursing work experience to include working with older adults with complex health needs, home support, and multi-level/complex care
• Effective communication and organizational capabilities

We ask applicants to also kindly provide us the following information:

• References that can verify your Canadian nursing experience
• BCCNM number for us to verify your registration
• Related credentials in teaching, if any.

Join our passionate team at Elevare Career Institute today and help shape the future of healthcare education while making a meaningful difference in the lives of students embarking on rewarding healthcare careers.

Commitment to Fair Treatment

Elevare Career Institute is committed to ensuring a safe learning and working environment that promotes the respectful and fair treatment of all students, employees, and visitors. While on our premises or engaged in activities hosted by Elevare Career Institute, all community members are entitled to an environment free from any form of discrimination and harassment. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual

Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour, negotiable depending on skills and experience

Expected hours: No less than 30 hours per week

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person