Instructor - Veterinary Assistant

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Job Description

About Bow Valley College

For 60 years, Calgary’s college has grown to prepare 14,000 students annually for meaningful careers in health care, social services, business, technology, and creative industries. Every program has a Work Integrated Learning requirement, ensuring students contribute to the workplace before they graduate. With a strong focus on advanced simulation training and Alberta’s evolving needs, Bow Valley College’s new Health Care Centre of Excellence is working to expand space and programs, aimed at graduating four-times as many health professionals annually by 2036. Proudly recognized as one of Canada’s Top 50 Research Colleges, we combine innovative learning with hands-on experience. Home to Alberta’s only major e-sports arena and a state-of-the-art digital production hub. Learn more about the opportunities Bow Valley College creates for students, Calgary, and Alberta at bowvalleycollege.ca.

 

Position Summary

Bow valley College is currently recruiting for a casual instructor to teach in the Veterinary Assistant Certificate program.

All instructors in the Chiu School of Business are responsible for supporting the delivery of courses and providing instruction to students in multiple delivery modalities, while integrating current practices, techniques, and assessment methods. The duties of an instructor also include facilitating inclusive student engagement, evaluating student progress, and supporting students in meeting learning outcomes of their courses and programs. Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders of the school and institution is essential to supporting continuous, instructional, and program improvement. This includes other faculty, schools, departments, and industry partners. Participation in Professional Development activities is expected in this role.

Curriculum Development

• Creates learning activities and authentic assessments that encourage experiential learning and promote work-ready skills.
• Utilizes innovative curriculum and assessment methods to integrate adult teaching methodologies.

Quality Instruction and Facilitation

• Inspires student engagement through innovate assessments and learning opportunities.
• Provides a positive learning experience for students.
• Researches resources to keep current with industry trends.
• Prepares and delivers course(s) as assigned (includes lesson plans, assessments, learning activities, course schedule, resources, etc.).
• Evaluates student performance on an ongoing basis; identify areas of concern and refer to Program Chair for follow up as necessary.
• Addresses academic honesty concerns among students (identify, report, complete paperwork, etc.); refer to Program Chair for follow up as necessary.
• Refers students to other institutional supports and campus services (i.e.: tutoring, counselling, academic advising, accessibility services, career and employment services, financial aid, technology support, etc.).
• Ensures academic accommodations are met for learners with disabilities (i.e.: assistive technology, modified course load, additional time on exams/assignments, incorporate Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles, use of testing services, etc.).
• Validates that course content among offerings within LMS is ready for release at the beginning of each semester.
• Supports students in meeting learning outcomes and facilitate inclusive student engagement.
• Meets with students as necessary.
• Maintains official records as required.

Professional Duties and Program Support

• Shares resources (i.e. assignments, assessments methods, course deliverables, marking guides, rubrics, best practices, etc.) with colleagues and other faculty.
• Recognizes and nominate students for scholarships and bursaries.
• Participates in College-wide, departmental, community, student, and industry events (i.e. Open House, Info Night, New Student Orientation, Graduation, networking events, etc.).
• Attends and participate in department and program area meetings.
• Provides expertise in your area of discipline and serve as a professional resource.
• Participates in special projects related to the College, Chiu School of Business, and the program. Promote and encourage students to complete Learner Experience Feedback evaluations to support course/program improvement.
• Engages in professional development and share learnings with peers.

Building and Maintaining Stakeholder Relations (internal/external)

• Promotes student and industry events for the Chiu School of Business.

• Professionally represents the Chiu School of Business.

• Collaborates with other Schools and departments in joint initiatives.

Professionalism and Organizational Behavior

• Embraces continuous improvement; commitment to achieving a standard of excellence with work processes and organizational outcomes.
• Commitment to collaboration, team oriented, and ability to work successfully in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude while fostering strong working relationships and a respectful work environment.
• Complies with College policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Completes instructional and industry related training.
• Ability and willingness to participate in Applied Research.
• Responsibilities encompass all faculty professional duties related to instructional delivery, including teaching preparation; program and course development; evaluation; student support such as remediation and consultation; participation in special projects and College committees; and other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in related discipline.
• 2 years’ instructional experience at the post-secondary/adult education/corporate training level or combination thereof.
• Specific certifications and/or designations may be required.
• Evidence of lifelong learning and additional professional education and/or experience.
• Police information check including a vulnerable sector may be required.
• An equivalent combination of directly related education and experience may be considered.

Preferred

• Master’s Degree in a related field.
• Instructional experience in a post-secondary environment an asset.
• Curriculum development and design experience an asset.
• Instructional skills in multiple delivery modalities with a diverse student population an asset.
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal); dedication to keeping others informed.
• Strong work ethic, resourceful, and motivation to take initiative.

If your education was received internationally we will require you provide an international education assessment through IQAS, WES, or one of the other nationally designated organizations upon hire.

Closing Date: Until Filled

This opening is a casual (faculty) position. Please note all successful candidates will be required to provide copies of government issued identification and proof of educational qualifications upon hire and may be required to provide an enhanced police information check.

Union :

BVCFA

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment
Bow Valley College is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who would contribute to the further diversification of our employees including, but not limited to, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.