Health Care Assistant Program Development - Subject Matter Expert

Langara College • Redmond, WA

10d

About The Position

This position is an instructional position in the role as a subject matter expert in the development of our Health Care Assistant program currently in development. Future instructional opportunities will be available in the the approved program. Develops and/or revises curriculum in consultation with the Program Coordinator as required Updates the course structure, teaching methods and evaluation tools as necessary Selects and applies appropriate resources to enhance curriculum delivery Delivers the curriculum in accordance with the course outline Maintains a comprehensive and current knowledge of assigned subject areas Facilitates the achievement of course learning outcomes and the educational goals of the students Creates an environment conducive to purposeful learning and positive interaction Monitors student performance and provides constructive feedback to the students throughout the duration of the learning process Records student attendance Ensures that all furniture and equipment in a classroom is returned to its original position at the end of class Administers the Course Evaluation Form by the students according to stated procedures Submits reports and records, including final grade breakdown, timesheets and attendance registers on time and in accordance with prescribed procedures Input final grades into Langara’s student management system within 10 business days of the final class/exam. Sets and models a high standard of professional behaviour and appropriate appearance Adheres to the Policies and Procedures of Langara College Establishes and maintains effective relationships with administrators, peers, support staff, students and the community at large Participates in scheduled meetings and appropriate college-related activities as requested by the Program Coordinator.

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted full registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as an LPN, RN, or RPN
• Minimum two years of full-time Canadian nursing experience (1 year = 1,400 hours)
• Knowledge of the Canadian health care system and interdisciplinary team roles
• Experience working with older adults with complex health needs
• Experience or orientation in home support, assisted living, or multi-level/complex care settings
• Completion of Indigenous cultural safety and humility training (e.g., San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training or equivalent)
• Completion of the Health Care Assistant Practice in BC course (LearningHub)
• Demonstrated ability to teach adult learners, evidenced by one of the following: Completion of a Provincial Instructor Diploma (PID) or equivalent, or Previous teaching experience (health / human services) with satisfactory references and positive teaching or student evaluations
• Demonstrated ability to develop content aligned to the learning outcomes of HCA courses
• Specialized training or exposure to program area for which the position is responsible.
• Minimum 2 years teaching experience in a similar course or related subject in a post-secondary institution.
• Experience in developing course materials/curriculum
• Sound knowledge of contemporary adult education principles.
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written.
• Ability to develop and implement new strategies, policies and procedures.
• Ability to interpret and apply College, government, agency, and departmental policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to exercise a high level of initiative and responsibility.
• Ability to use tact and discretion to deal with or settle complex requests or complaints.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people who have limited English language proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develops and/or revises curriculum in consultation with the Program Coordinator as required
• Updates the course structure, teaching methods and evaluation tools as necessary
• Selects and applies appropriate resources to enhance curriculum delivery
• Delivers the curriculum in accordance with the course outline
• Maintains a comprehensive and current knowledge of assigned subject areas
• Facilitates the achievement of course learning outcomes and the educational goals of the students
• Creates an environment conducive to purposeful learning and positive interaction
• Monitors student performance and provides constructive feedback to the students throughout the duration of the learning process
• Records student attendance
• Ensures that all furniture and equipment in a classroom is returned to its original position at the end of class
• Administers the Course Evaluation Form by the students according to stated procedures
• Submits reports and records, including final grade breakdown, timesheets and attendance registers on time and in accordance with prescribed procedures
• Input final grades into Langara’s student management system within 10 business days of the final class/exam.
• Sets and models a high standard of professional behaviour and appropriate appearance
• Adheres to the Policies and Procedures of Langara College
• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with administrators, peers, support staff, students and the community at large
• Participates in scheduled meetings and appropriate college-related activities as requested by the Program Coordinator.

Benefits

• Extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• Generous vacation package plus paid time off during college winter closure (1 week in December)
• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
• Potential eligibility for educational, training, and developmental programs
• Access to on-site daycare subject to availability
• Tuition waivers for courses at Langara College, subject to space availability
• Course/program tuition reimbursements
• Wellness classes and campus engagement events

What This Job Offers

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