Background

Northwestern Polytechnic, Canada’s newest polytechnic, aspires to be the most entrepreneurial polytechnic in Canada by 2034. We are recruiting individuals who spark creativity, drive innovation, are highly engaged and are eager to embrace our core values: innovation & responsiveness. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit, one who is willing to turn risk into opportunity, Northwestern is your employer of choice. A recently aligned strategic plan identifies 1, 3, 5, and 10-year goals, tactics and actions that will ensure Canada’s newest polytechnic will be the most entrepreneurial in Canada.

The Department

The Department of Nursing Education and Health Studies offers the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program, the Practical Nurse Program and the Health Care Aide Program.

The Role

The Nursing Education and Health Studies department is seeking one part-time instructor to teach within the Nursing Program . This is a leave replacement position until March 31, 2023.

To learn more about the Academic Staff, please click here: https://www.nwpolytech.ca/departments/asa/

What We Offer

NWP offers lifelong learning opportunities through professional development & wellness programs, a competitive salary and compensation package and a student-centered culture that is vital to our community. Consider joining Canada’s newest polytechnic, committed to be the most entrepreneurial polytechnic by 2034.

The Department

The School of Health, Wellness and Career Studies offers certificates, diplomas, university transfer, and some degree completion routes for students. Credit programs offered are in the areas of Physical Education, Fitness Trainer, Early Learning and Child Care, Educational Assistant, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Unit Clerk, Perioperative Nursing, Business Administration and Office Administration. Classroom based instruction is also extended to several other communities, as part of the College’s stewardship region to Hinton, Edson, Jasper and Grande Cache through videoconference and distance delivery methods. The highly qualified faculty and staff, and small class sizes attracts students from a wide service area, as does the varied program mix.

The Role

The Department of Nursing Education and Health Studies requires a Full-Time Sessional Instructor from (dates). Some of the courses of instruction may include (courses)

This is a tenure track position based on favourable evaluations and budget.

What We Offer

GPRC offers lifelong learning opportunities through professional development/wellness programs, a competitive salary and compensation package and a student centered culture that is vital to our community. Join our team, grow with us and connect your skills and abilities to our vision, mission and values.

A Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree, current registration with C.A.R.N.A., and two years of full-time experience in nursing practice in medical/surgical nursing areas are required. A Master’s Degree in Nursing or a related discipline is preferred. Previous experience in teaching or supervision of students is desired. Experience with student-centered learning approaches would be an asset. Equivalent education and experience will be considered. Successful candidates will be professionals with a positive attitude towards education; have excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with students; be able to work independently and work collaboratively with colleagues; and demonstrate the ability to be self-directed and motivated. You will be able to give guidance and direction to others, creatively find solutions to challenges, and be aware of goals and vision of nursing education. Working knowledge with computers, word processing programs and Outlook would be an asset.

Candidates must be registered, have a current practice permit and be in good standing with the applicable health professional regulatory college in accordance with the Health Professions Act. The candidates who are notified for an interview will be required to provide their registration and practice permit at the time of the interview.

Final candidates for this position will be asked to undergo a security screening.

How to Apply

Only applications received electronically will be considered.

Upon submission of CVs, please also include:

• a cover letter;
• reference list;
• a copy of unofficial academic transcripts;
• proof of credential; and
• a teaching philosophy statement.

To apply, go to http://www.gprc.ab.ca/careers and select the job posting. All job postings close at 11:59pm on the specified posting date.

We review all applications to select candidates whose qualifications and experience most closely meet our needs.

Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. For general inquiries, please contact HR at humanresources@gprc.ab.ca.

Thank you for applying to GPRC!