Term Instructors – Health Care Assistant Clinicals (Terrace, BC)

Nicola Valley Institute of Technology; Terrace; On-site; CAD 77,182 - 92,449; Part time

Job summary

Nicola Valley Institute of Technology is seeking multiple Term Instructors for the Health Care Assistant program based in Terrace, BC. Qualified candidates will teach various courses designed for Indigenous adult learners.

The ideal candidates should hold an RN, LPN, BScN, or MSN degree and have significant experience both in nursing and teaching. This role emphasizes community engagement and a positive contribution to the educational environment.

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess an RN, LPN, BScN, or MSN degree with teaching and research experience.
• At least 3-5 years of recent nursing experience, specifically in continuing care.
• Experience in teaching Indigenous adult learners is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach courses in the Health Care Assistant program.
• Engage with students to enhance learning experiences.
• Contribute positively to the community and school environment.

Skills

Teaching Indigenous adult learners

Strong human relation skills

Classroom teaching experience

Education

RN, LPN, BScN, or MSN degree

BC Provincial Instructor's Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Employment Opportunity

Term Instructors – Health Care Assistant Clinicals (Terrace BC)

Type: Term

Opening Date For Accepting Applications: June 9, 2026

Resume Review: July 1, 2026

Position Start Date: August 2026

Salary: $7,600 per section

Contact: Human Resources

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

Address: NVIT, 4155 Belshaw St., Merritt, BC, V1K 1R1

NVIT anticipates a need for multiple Term Instructors within the Health Care Assistant program and invites applications from qualified candidates. This will be a sessional term opportunity offered in Terrace BC. Applicants should indicate which courses they are qualified for and interested in teaching.

Course listings with specific course details can be found: https://www.nvit.ca/programs/courses/#sec-6

Courses

• HTCA 169 – Clinical I (September 8-17, 2026)
• HTCA 179 – Clinical II (September 21 – October 23, 2026)
• HTCA 159 – Community Practicum (October 26 – November 6, 2026)

Qualifications & Requirements

• Possess an RN, LPN, BScN, or MSN degree with relevant teaching and research experience.
• Current BCCNM registration.
• 3-5 years’ recent experience in nursing, with 2 recent years in continuing care settings (work experience in community-based settings are a definite asset).
• Experience teaching Indigenous adult learners.
• BC Provincial Instructor’s Diploma or equivalent, or willingness to complete the PID or NAID program (some Prior Learning Assessment Recognition may be available) is an asset.
• Courses in geriatric nursing and/or gerontology would be an asset for all applicants.
• Experience in classroom teaching and learning practices with Indigenous adult learners at a college or university level.
• Strong team player with excellent human relation skills – faculty members are expected to contribute positively to the life of the school and community.
• Demonstrated understanding of Indigenous ways of knowing.