Casual Instructor, Health Care Aide

​COMPETITION NUMBER: 1691
CLOSING DATE: August 24, 2026 @11:59 PM MDT

School of Applied Health Sciences

NorQuesters are difference makers and we’re looking for multiple casual Instructors to join our School of Applied Health Sciences team at our Edmonton & Wetaskiwin campuses in our Health Care Aide program.

Graduates of NorQuest College’s Health Care Aide program are also Difference Makers in terms of the health care that Albertans receive. Our students prepare for their clinical experiences with theory and hands-on learning in multiple modes of delivery, and we are proud of the varied and robust learning experiences in our programs. We utilize low and high fidelity simulation to augment the learner experience, providing students with a safe learning environment to practice and reflect. 

Our instructors take pride in making a positive impact on the lives of the students they teach. You will join a collaborative academic community that thrives on energy, motivation, and dedication to the successes of both our students and colleagues. 

Our students come to us with the goals of improving their lives and the lives of those around them. Join us and help them achieve their goals. 

 

 

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

 

• Plan for and develop materials for instruction in class. 

• Carry out instructional duties and deliver instruction in class, lab, and clinical settings. 

• Demonstrate professional conduct and attitudes, maintaining a facilitative and supportive learning environment. 

• Adhere to health and safety, program, and college policies and procedures. 

• Adapt the physical environment to establish an effective climate to support learning. 

• Provide formative and summative feedback to learners in compliance with college and program policies. 

• Provide initial skill demonstrations, supervise skill practice, and assess skills for competency using Health Care Aide curriculum materials.

• Plan, modify, and implement individual educational plans. 

• Attend case conferences for students. 

• Input grades in PeopleSoft. 

• Maintain appropriate program and student records/reports of student progress in classroom, lab and, clinical settings. 

• Develop knowledge and skills through participation in courses, workshops, professional meetings, interaction with colleagues, and through independent study of current literature. 

• Implement Learning Improvement Plan after consultation with Program Chair or Associate Chair. 

• Provide clinical oversight in SL and LTC settings following Clinical Instruction Guide. 

• Make initial contact with facility after receiving notification from Chair or Associate Chair prior to students’ first day. 

• Arrange student orientation to clinical setting. 

• Assign clients to students to meet expected program outcomes. 

• Maintain student progress notes throughout clinical. 
• Comply with appropriate filing and documentation practices following College policies and provincial legislation.

• Assess students based on the GLOs, SLOs, and Health Care Aide Curriculum for clinical practicum. 

• Maintain all required certifications as required for the registration of your professional designation.

 

WHAT YOU BRING

• Designation as an RN (with active registration with CRNA) or LPN (with active registration with CLPNA) with no conditions in Alberta is required.
• Three years of full-time experience in clinical nursing and/or nursing education is preferred, including at least one year of clinical nursing or nursing education experience in Canada.
• A bachelor’s degree in nursing or health related field is preferred.

If your education was received internationally we recommend you obtain an international education assessment through IQAS, WES, or one of the other nationally designated organizations. 

• Anyone with LPN designation would need 1 year minimum of adult teaching experience required OR completion of a bachelor’s degree in education OR completion of an adult teaching/learning program.
• In the Health Care Aid program, we ask that you commit to between 2 to 4 weeks full-time to take students out to clinical placements (Monday to Friday rotating days and evenings) at least twice in an academic term. There is a possibility of occasional Saturday and evening shifts. 
• Travel is required for clinical/practicum and some instances lab instruction.

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?

As a difference maker you bring experience in

• Application of equity, diversity, and inclusion in practice.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to teach individuals at different skill levels.
• Ability to establish and maintain an interactive learning environment with skill practice and be able to apply the basic principles and practices of adult education.
• Ability to evaluate student performance through various academic methods.
• Advanced skills in conflict resolution and problem solving.
• Ability to develop different classroom strategies to keep learners engaged.
• Strong oral communication and writing skills.
• Passionate about Nursing and teaching technical skills to individuals interested in joining the Health Care industry.
• Previous formal or informal teaching experience is an asset. 

Compensation: HCA Lab Course or HCA Clinical Course are 2 to 5-credit courses that are compensated at a course casual rate per credit. An additional 11.2% is paid in lieu of benefits and vacation. This role falls under the NorQuest College Faculty Association. Please reference the NorQuest College Collective Agreement Appendix A to better understand how pay is determined. Hourly: Compensation: This is an hourly casual role, and the pay rate is determined based upon qualifications met. An additional 11.2% is paid in lieu of benefits and vacation. This role falls under the NorQuest College Faculty Association. Please reference the NorQuest College Collective Agreement Appendix A to better understand how pay is determined.

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

Additional Information: Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.

For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is recommended they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:

• International Qualifications Assessment Service https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment
• World Education Services https://www.wes.org/ca/

We encourage applicants to include the assessment certificate as part of their application.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.

NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.

NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

Accessibility: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to Careers@norquest.ca.

Apply to Become a NorQuester: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.

PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.