Instructor - Introduction to Health Practices (Smithers Campus)

Job description and duties

CMTN acknowledges the six unceded traditional territories its campuses reside on: Haida, Tsimshian (Ts'msyen), Nisga'a, Haisla, Gitxsan, Wet'suwet'en nations.

Coast Mountain College (CMTN), Smithers campus, invites applications for a non-regular instructor to teach Introduction to Health Practices. The appointment will commence September 3, 2024 and end January 23, 2025 (subject to minimum enrolment). Salary will be in accordance with the BCGEU Instructor Scale, ranging from $36.46 to $47.15 per hour.

Coast Mountain College is committed to increasing the equitable and inclusive participation of marginalized people in all aspects of college life. We welcome and encourage all applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black People, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, and people with disabilities. Individuals who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process, may contact HR in confidence, prior to the closing date.

Duties: The instructor will be responsible for facilitating learning (through in-class and practical skills) and is responsible for ensuring student success. This includes teaching and guiding students, providing feedback, correction, encouragement, and direction in the following program:

  • Introduction to Health Practices – Face-to-face instruction; Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 1:48pm to 3:10pm.
This course will introduce students to careers in various health professions to aid in the development of their academic plans.

Qualifications

A current governed Health Professional belonging to a regulatory body such as the CRNBC, CLPNBC, BCCSW, COTBC, BC Ambulance Service, etc. Consideration will be given to candidates with at least 5 years practice experience in their profession and awareness of Aboriginal issues and culture as it impacts health care.

Preferred skills and abilities include:

  • Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching with the ability to motivate and mentor learners of all ages.
  • Knowledge and enthusiasm for the best practices in equity, diversity, and inclusion in the classroom.
  • Ability to function effectively across cultures, particularly with the Indigenous communities, is an asset.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication and facilitation skills.
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
  • Adaptable and comfortable with change.
  • Preference will be given to those who have taught Intro to Health for high school students.

Application information

Respond in confidence by submitting a cover letter and current resume, quoting competition #24.026B to:                  Coast Mountain College Human Resources

Email: apply@coastmountaincollege.ca

NOTE: Only complete applications (with a cover letter and resume included) received to the above noted email address will be considered.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 
Closing date
April 26, 2024
Competition number
24.026B
Job status
Open
Posting type
Faculty
Audience
Open to both internal and external candidates
Department
  • Health Programs
Campuses
  • Smithers