Health Care Assistant Instructor

Job summary

Teach and support students in laboratory and clinical settings using the approved Health Care Assistant curriculum, including demonstrating and evaluating practical healthcare skills. Monitor student progress, provide constructive feedback, promote safe clinical practice, and collaborate with program coordinators and healthcare facility staff.

Job details

Discovery Community College offers a truly close-knit team of people who are passionate about changing lives. As a member of this team, you will Discover all the best of Community, in both work and life. About the Role: Discovery Community College is seeking a dedicated and experienced HCA Instructor to teach Onsite Lab and Clinical at Courtenay, BC. This position offers an opportunity to mentor and shape the next generation of nursing professionals through engaging and comprehensive instruction. This part time role and has the potential to lead to future instructional opportunities, advancing your career in education. Start date: December 8, 2026 Rate Range: $34- $45 for LPN (based on years of experience and levels of care) $40-$60 for RN (based on years of experience and levels of care) Schedule for Labs: Monday to Friday (8:00am to 4:00pm) Plus 1 hours per day Student Support hours) Current Instruction hours subject to change depended on class schedule Key Responsibilities: Deliver high-quality instruction and facilitate student learning in both laboratory and clinical settings. Implement and evaluate lesson plans using the approved HCA curriculum, ensuring compliance with PTIRU and program requirements (comprehensive orientation and curriculum training provided). Demonstrate, supervise, and evaluate practical healthcare skills in lab and clinical environments. Monitor student progress, assess competency development, and provide timely, constructive feedback. Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment that promotes student success and professional growth. Ensure safe clinical practice by reinforcing healthcare standards, policies, and best practices. Collaborate with program coordinators, healthcare facility staff, and fellow instructors to support student learning outcomes. Maintain current knowledge of healthcare practices, industry standards, and developments relevant to Health Care Assistant education. Qualifications: Minimum 2,800 hours of nursing experience, inclusive of either maternity or mental health or Acute Care. Current full registration with the BCCNM as an LPN, RN, or RDPN – required. Previous instructor experience is an asset. Experience with Office 365 and Student Information Systems (SIS) is an asset. Strong communication and mentorship skills. Ability to adapt teaching methods to diverse learning styles. Commitment to fostering a positive educational experience. Ability to travel to local sites withing region. Required Experience: In a Long-term Care facility in Canada within the last two years, or relevant experience. Diversity and Inclusion: Discover Community College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment. We celebrate the unique contributions of individuals from all backgrounds and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented communities. Discovery Community College values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.It’s your time – make the change today!

What you’ll do

Teach and support students in laboratory and clinical settings using the approved Health Care Assistant curriculum, including demonstrating and evaluating practical healthcare skills. Monitor student progress, provide constructive feedback, promote safe clinical practice, and collaborate with program coordinators and healthcare facility staff.

Requirements

Applicants must have at least 2,800 hours of nursing experience, including experience in maternity, mental health, or acute care, and current full registration with BCCNM as an LPN, RN, or RDPN. Recent Canadian long-term care experience or relevant experience is required; instructor experience, Office 365, and Student Information Systems experience are assets.

Listed skills

• adaptability · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Instruction
• Student Mentorship
• Lesson Planning
• Curriculum Implementation
• Practical Skills Demonstration
• Student Assessment
• Constructive Feedback
• Clinical Supervision
• Healthcare Safety
• Communication
• Adaptability
• Office 365
• Student Information Systems
• Long-Term Care

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Education