Job Overview Edison College Canada, established in 1973, is accredited and recognized by The Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. Being a student-centered institution, our mandate is to offer in-demand programs with excellent employment outcomes, to which we have now expanded our offerings to include programs in Health Sciences.
The Health Care Assistant Diploma Program Instructor - Theory and Clinical Instructor will be required to contribute to the academic success of students and the program by:
Delivering instruction that meets the course competencies and program objectives as set out in the curriculum.
Evaluate student performance in a timely manner.
Enhance the program by leveraging industry contacts for the benefit of students' practical training and employment.
As a Clinical Instructor, you will be responsible for taking the students on a Multi-Level/complex Care Practicum. The instructor will be involved in teaching clinical skills to students and their evaluation of clinical skills.
Minimum Instructor Qualifications for Theory, Lab and Practice Education Courses:
Current unrestricted (i.e., no conditions on license or provisional registration) full registration as a licensed practical nurse, registered nurse or registered psychiatric nurse with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM); and
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); and
Two or more years of full-time Canadian nursing experience (1 year = 1400 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.
Evidence of completion of course work in Indigenous cultural safety and humility (e.g., San’yas Anti-Racism Indigenous Cultural Safety Training or an alternative training program)39; and
Evidence of completion of the Health Care Assistant Practice in BC course available on the Learning Hub as part of their orientation/onboarding. This will support a current understanding of the role of the HCA within BC.
Notes: Other faculty qualifications may be considered for the Interpersonal Communications course (e.g., an undergraduate degree in a Health or Human Services field). Nursing work experience to include:
Experience in working with older adults with complex health needs; and
Experience or orientation in-home support and multi-level/complex care.
Skills and Abilities:
Relevant industry skills and knowledge relating to the area of instruction, including ongoing professional development and continuous improvement.
Interest in pedagogical and multi-modal education approaches is an asset.
Advanced oral and written communication skills, including presentation and group facilitation.
Ability to motivate and inspire students.
High standards of behavior, a professional attitude and commitment to quality service.
Ability to work cooperatively with other instructors and staff.
Ability to consider and respond appropriately to the needs, feelings and capabilities of students, to provide feedback and to treat students equitably.
Other faculty qualifications may be considered for the Interpersonal Communications course (e.g., an undergraduate degree in a Health or Human Services field).
Job Type: Part-time Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour Benefits: