Sessional Instructor, Access to Practical Nursing

North Island College

Port Alberni

Hybrid

CAD 70,000 - 113,000

Part time

38 hours ago

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Job summary

North Island College in Port Alberni invites applications for a Sessional Instructor in the Access to Practical Nursing program. The appointment is up to 20% teaching duties including PNS 101 and PNS 105, with face-to-face delivery at the Port Alberni campus, starting 12/28/2026 and ending 04/23/2027.

The successful candidate will apply creative teaching strategies, maintain student progress documentation, and contribute to program goals.

Qualifications

Current LPN/RN/BCCNM license required.
Adult education credential(s) required or in progress.
Minimum three years full-time practice as RN/RPN/LPN.
Current BCCNM registration and Basic Life Support.

Responsibilities

Plan and prepare learning materials for instructional environments.
Teach in assigned subject areas and address varied learning needs.
Direct student learning in a positive, supportive environment.
Maintain office hours and track student progress.
Submit grades timely and keep enrollment records.

Skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Teaching facilitation

Education

LPN/RN/BCCNM license

Adult education credentials

Three years clinical experience

BC Cchnunie w/ BCCNM registration

Tools

MS Office

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Sessional Instructor, Access to Practical Nursing

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Posting Number

Posting Number F1585

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Sessional Instructor, Access to Practical Nursing

Division

Division Health & Human Services

Department

Department Practical Nursing

Supervisor Title

Supervisor Title Dean, Faculty of Health and Human Services

Location

Location Port Alberni(PA)

Posting Type

Posting Type Internal/External Posting

Position Status

Position Status Sessional

If Others, please specify

New Position or Replacement?

New Position or Replacement? New

Position End Date (if temporary)

Position End Date (if temporary) 04/23/2027

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 12/28/2026

Weekly work schedule (please indicate the start and end times for each day of work)

PNS 101
Friday / 0830-1130
PNS 105
Monday / 1230-1530 & Friday (Jan 8-Feb 12) / 1230-1530

% 20%

Pay Grade

Pay Grade The annual salary range is $70,437- $112,872 (at 100% appointment) and is based on qualifications, experience, and the placement criteria of Article 14 of the NICFA Collective agreement.

This sessional instructional assignment, up to 20%, involves teaching the following one or more theory courses within the Access to Practical Nursing program via a face-to-face delivery method at the Port Alberni campus. Consult the Weekly Work Schedule for details on course days and times. PNS 101: Professional Practice Access PNS 105: Pharmacology Access

The successful candidate will implement creative strategies in the preparation and delivery of theory course activities; use initiative in providing documentation and follow-up with regard to student concerns and problem resolution; and, bring facilitation skills to management of conflict. The schedule for this assignment will be flexible to meet the needs of the program.

The teaching faculty of North Island College are responsible for implementing the College’s vision, goals, and objectives as they relate to teaching and learning. To carry out their teaching assignments, faculty use organizational skills, relational skills, and their knowledge of subject matter, pedagogy, and curricular design. In addition, they have a responsibility to serve as role models for students and colleagues.

In accordance with the Criminal Records and Review Act, it is mandatory that faculty hired under the Faculty of Health and Human Services department have a clear Criminal Record. For more information and necessary forms, click on the Criminal Records Check – Immunizations link located on the left menu list.

The responsibilities and typical duties listed below constitute a generic job description for teaching faculty whose responsibility may be for the delivery of scheduled classes, the support of self-paced, on-line, and distance courses, and/or instruction and supervision in laboratories, practicums, etc.:

Creates a Positive Climate and Culture;
Effective Communication Skills;
Effectively Develops Goals & Objectives;
Focuses Effectively on Key Results and Priorities;
Demonstrates a Focus on Continuous Improvement;
Interpersonal Effectiveness.

Duties & Responsibilities

To plan and prepare learning materials for instructional environments;
To use a variety of approaches and materials, as appropriate, in order to address different learning needs;
To teach in assigned subject areas and to include in courses, and in course outlines, all required subject matter or skill activity;
To direct student learning in a positive, supportive, and caring environment;
To be available to students regularly during scheduled office hours and classroom hours, to discuss their progress and other issues that influence their learning. (30 hours/wk.) (See Policy #3-03: Faculty Absence from Class – Cancellation of Classes);
To clearly communicate in writing learning outcomes for programs and courses, and the way in which learners will be evaluated against those outcomes;
To design and conduct evaluations or appraisals of students and to keep students informed of their progress;
To submit grades in a timely manner, in accordance with Policy 4-14, Grade System;
To maintain records of student enrollment and achievement and other records required by the College and affiliated agencies. At the end of employment with the College, to submit marks and student records to the department Chair.

To be aware of, and to work within, College educational policies;
To be aware of the Education and Strategic plans and to contribute to their development and assist in the achievement of its goals and objectives;
To advise the Department Chair, within a reasonable time frame, of items that need to be ordered so that inventories of books, supplies, and equipment are adequate for the courses taught;
To advise the Department Chair regarding enrollment management (recruitment and retention) strategies for their areas of responsibility;
To advise the Department Chair responsible, and the appropriate Administrator and/or Campus Health and Safety Committee, of any health and safety concerns and to assist, where possible, in rectifying the problem;
To demonstrate knowledge of computer applications appropriate to the teaching environment;
To maintain continuous professional development of competencies and qualifications as required in the appropriate discipline;
To participate actively as a contributing member of the College community on College committees and other College-wide activities, where appropriate;
To participate in department meetings and other department activities during normal working hours, when possible;
To undertake other related responsibilities and duties which may be assigned by the College when course load permits.

Required Education & Experience

A current practising license as an LPN , NP, RN or RPN with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives ( BCCNM ).
Faculty who are not licensed by BCCNM may be considered if they have equivalent education and experience.
One of the following credentials in adult education from an accredited post-secondary institution:

Provincial Instructor Diploma ( PID ) (those in progress must have an identified completion date).
A formal educationalequivalent to a PID . Those is progress must have an identified completion date.
Proof of completion of a formal Prior Learning Assessment ( PLA ) conducted by the hiring institution to ensure teaching competencies.

Credential in Adult Education, equivalent, or in progress from an accredited post-secondary institution.
A minimum of three years full-time practice experience (within the last five years) as an RN, RPN , or LPN .
Current registration with BCCNM (inclusive of Criminal Record).
Current BLS (Basic Life Support).

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of BC Practical Nursing curriculum and scope of practice would be an asset.
Experience or interest with Indigenous health and/or global health.
Experience using a variety of creative and motivating approaches to stimulate learning within a distributed teaching-learning environment and classroom is an asset.
Ability to demonstrate effective team behaviours, support cooperative and effective working relationships, and contribute to shared team goals.
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to plan and prioritize and efficiently meet deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Experience with and willingness to learn, online learning management systems, i.e. D2L Brightspace, Kaltura.
Proficiency in the use of computer applications, the internet, and with MS Office software applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams.
Valid BC driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle is required.

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 05/06/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Job Description

Additional Information

The Selection Advisory Committee will begin reviewing applications on May 21, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled.
If you are an internal applicant and you have received advanced notice of layoff in an appointment letter, or if you are currently laid off for all or a portion of your workload, please note this at the commencement of your cover letter, and include the effective day of layoff and the percentage of the layoff.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

This position requires an on campus presence at the applicable campus location(s). This means the successful candidate is responsible to relocate within a reasonable distance of the applicable campus posted. Please select from the following that best describes your situation:
- I currently reside within a reasonable commute to the campus location posted.
- I do not currently reside within a reasonable commute to the campus location posted, however I am planning to relocate if found to be the successful candidate.
- I do not currently reside within a reasonable commute to the campus location posted, and I have no plan to relocate .
Do you self identify as an indigenous person?
- Yes
- No
If you are not a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident, do you currently have a valid Canadian work permit?
- Yes
- No
- Not Applicable
If you have a valid Canadian work permit, please indicate expiry date and the type of work permit you hold. (Type N/A if not applicable).
(Open Ended Question)