Sessional Instructor, Access to Practical Nursing

Sessional Instructor, Access to Practical Nursing Overview

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Posting Number F1491

Position Information

Position Title Sessional Instructor, Access to Practical Nursing

Division Health & Human Services

Department Practical Nursing

Supervisor Title Dean, Faculty of Health and Human Services

Location Regional

Posting Type Internal/External Posting

Position Status Sessional

If Others, please specify

New Position or Replacement? New

Position End Date (if temporary) 08/28/2026

Desired Start Date 04/13/2026

Weekly work schedule (please indicate the start and end times for each day of work)

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Pay Grade The annual salary range is $70,437- $112,872 (at 100% appointment) and is based on qualifications, experience, and the placement criteria of Article 14 of the NICFA Collective agreement.

The successful candidate will implement creative strategies in the preparation and delivery of theory activities; use initiative in providing documentation and follow-up with regard to student concerns and problem resolution; and, bring facilitation skills to management of conflict. The schedule for this assignment will be flexible to meet the needs of the program.

The teaching faculty of North Island College are responsible for implementing the College’s vision, goals, and objectives as they relate to teaching and learning. To carry out their teaching assignments, faculty use organizational skills, relational skills, and their knowledge of subject matter, pedagogy, and curricular design. In addition, they have a responsibility to serve as role models for students and colleagues.

In accordance with the Criminal Records and Review Act, it is mandatory that faculty hired under the Faculty of Health and Human Services department have a clear Criminal Record. For more information and necessary forms, click on the Criminal Records Check – Immunizations link located on the left menu list.

The responsibilities and typical duties constitute a generic job description for teaching faculty whose responsibility may be for the delivery of scheduled classes, the support of self-paced, online, and distance courses, and/or instruction and supervision in laboratories and practicums.

Responsibilities

• Creates a Positive Climate and Culture;
• Effective Communication Skills;
• Effectively Develops Goals & Objectives;
• Focuses Effectively on Key Results and Priorities;
• Demonstrates a Focus on Continuous Improvement;
• Interpersonal Effectiveness.

Responsibilities & Duties

1.0 INSTRUCTIONAL

• Plan and prepare learning materials for instructional environments;
• Use a variety of approaches and materials to address different learning needs;
• Teach in assigned subject areas and include in courses, and in course outlines, all required subject matter or skill activity;
• Direct student learning in a positive, supportive, and caring environment;
• Be available to students regularly during scheduled office hours and classroom hours, to discuss their progress and other issues that influence their learning. (30 hours/wk.)
• Clearly communicate in writing learning outcomes for programs and courses, and the way in which learners will be evaluated against those outcomes;
• Design and conduct evaluations or appraisals of students and keep students informed of their progress;
• Submit grades in a timely manner, in accordance with Policy 4-14, Grade Systems;
• Maintain records of student enrollment and achievement and other records required by the College and affiliated agencies.

2.0 TYPICAL PROFESSIONAL DUTIES OF INSTRUCTIONAL FACULTY

• Be aware of, and work within, College educational policies;
• Be aware of the Education and Strategic plans and contribute to their development and achievement of goals;
• Advise the Department Chair of items that need to be ordered to ensure inventories of books, supplies, and equipment are adequate for the courses taught;
• Advise enrollment management (recruitment and retention) strategies for areas of responsibility;
• Advise health and safety concerns and assist in rectifying problems;
• Demonstrate knowledge of computer applications relevant to teaching;
• Maintain continuous professional development of competencies and qualifications as…