Program Chair

Position Summary

Reporting to the Associate Dean, the Program Chair of the Interdisciplinary Therapy Assistant Program provides academic and operational leadership to support program excellence, learner success, and faculty engagement within the school. This role is responsible for developing, planning, implementing, and administering goals and objectives related to the assigned program(s), while ensuring alignment with the Bow Valley College strategic plan and commitment to learner‑centered education.

The Program Chair works collaboratively with the Associate Dean, faculty, internal departments, and external stakeholders to support high‑quality curriculum delivery, effective program operations, accreditation and quality assurance activities, and positive learner experiences. The role also provides leadership in curriculum development, faculty mentorship, student support, applied research initiatives, and stakeholder engagement while fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative learning environment. This position is ideal for a collaborative and learner‑focused leader who is passionate about academic excellence, curriculum innovation, faculty support, and advancing health education programming.

Provide operational and academic leadership to faculty, staff, and learners within the Interdisciplinary Therapy Assistant program. The Program Chair fosters a collaborative and positive team environment by building strong relationships, supporting communication and coordination across the program and College, and mentoring faculty and staff to support teaching excellence and learner success. The role chairs program and team meetings, supports faculty orientation and onboarding, contributes to recruitment and selection activities, and works closely with the Associate Dean to address operational priorities and support program goals.

The Program Chair also promotes effective collaboration among faculty, Program Chairs, Associate Deans, and internal departments to ensure alignment, consistency, and strong program delivery.

Contribute to the ongoing maintenance, development, evaluation, and continuous improvement of the program in collaboration with the Associate Dean and faculty. This includes supporting curriculum reviews, accreditation processes, program evaluations, certification and licensure requirements, and ensuring accurate record keeping and program documentation. The Program Chair develops timetables and teaching assignments, supports course coverage planning, monitors program quality and retention factors, and promotes instructional best practices and innovation in teaching and learning.

The role also contributes to academic planning initiatives, curriculum approvals, pathway development, and inter‑professional education opportunities to ensure programs remain current, responsive, and aligned with industry and educational standards.

Support learner engagement, achievement, and success by maintaining a strong presence within the program and fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The Program Chair provides guidance and support to learners, collaborates with faculty and the Associate Dean to address learner concerns and appeals, and promotes awareness of available support and services. The role also supports learner onboarding, transfer credit and PLAR processes, academic integrity initiatives, learner recognition activities, and career development opportunities that enhance the student experience and contribute to learner retention and success.

Promote excellence in curriculum design, delivery, and assessment by ensuring courses and program learning outcomes align with best practices in adult education and program accreditation requirements. The Program Chair collaborates with faculty, curriculum committees, subject matter experts, and instructional design partners to support curriculum development, review course offerings, and ensure consistency and quality across the program.…