Term Instructor, Health Administration and Technology

NorQuest College•Edmonton, AB

34d•Hybrid

About The Position

NorQuest College is seeking a term instructor (Cover Off) for their Health Administration and Technology team at the downtown campus to teach in the Dental Office Assistant (DOA) program. This program focuses on teaching skills in dental office administration. As an instructor, you will facilitate learning in various modalities, utilizing technology to deliver engaging learner experiences. The role involves helping learners acquire the skills, knowledge, and attitude necessary for success in their chosen careers. The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational and communication skills, a passion for instruction and feedback, and the ability to create a safe and inclusive learning environment. The college aims to support students in achieving their goals of improving their lives and the lives of those around them. This is a full-time, term position covering from August 2026 until January 2027, with a possibility of extension. Instructors will teach courses in the Dental Office Assistant program and potentially other programs, with availability required Monday to Friday, during the day, both on campus and online. Applicants should have a strong background in dental administration, experience working with groups, classroom management, and creating engaging lessons using diverse teaching methods.

Requirements

At least two years of recent experience working in the dental industry preferably in an administrative role
At least three years of teaching experience
Proficiency in using technology
The ability to communicate clearly and professionally through exceptional written and verbal communication skills
A collaborative mindset that fosters teamwork, partnership, and shared success
A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism, and supporting the success of diverse learners
Experience building and sustaining respectful, supportive, and inclusive learning and professional environments
A flexible and innovative approach, with a willingness to embrace new ideas and continuously improve practices
A positive, solutions-focused mindset that effectively addresses challenges and identifies opportunities for growth
A strong learner-centered philosophy, applying diverse instructional strategies to engage, motivate, and support learners
Proficiency in leveraging a variety of technologies to enhance the learner experience, improve outcomes, and solve problems creatively

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience teaching using Moodle and/or Kaltura
Active membership/registration with a dental association (e.g. RDH, RDA)
Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline
Ability to teach a variety of courses

Responsibilities

Deliver instruction in Dental Office Procedures, Computer Applications for Dental Office Professionals, Dental Terminology, and other courses within the Office Assistant and Unit Clerk programs as required.
Plan and develop instructional materials and learning activities aligned with course learning outcomes.
Create engaging and dynamic lessons utilizing a variety of teaching methods to support diverse adult learners.
Foster a supportive, inclusive, and respectful learning environment that promotes student success.
Leverage educational technology and learning tools to enhance learning experience.
Assess, monitor, and evaluate student performance and provide timely formative and summative feedback.
Support student success by identifying learning challenges, communicating progress concerns, and developing learner improvement plans as needed.
Maintain positive relationships with students, colleagues, and other stakeholders while upholding professional responsibilities and teaching excellence.