Instructor, Health Care Aide

Established in 1976, the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT) is a First Nation governed post-secondary institution. Recognized under provincial legislation, the Institute has been conferred authority to grant certificates and diplomas. SIIT welcomes over 2400 students into our urban and community programs annually as well as serving over 6000 clients through our nine Career Centres across the province. The Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies is playing a significant role in Saskatchewan's economic future. You can contribute to that success while building your career.

**Nature and Scope**
Instructors report directly to their applicable Program Head and are located across the province of Saskatchewan in various educational settings. The incumbent instructs SIIT students in the classroom, laboratory or shop environments and assists during consultation hours.

**General Accountability**
As the educational leader in the classroom, Instructors will be responsible for delivering SIIT programs and curricula with the purpose of promoting student success. Working collaboratively as a team of educational professionals, Instructors will demonstrate a strong commitment to create and maintain a creative and positive learning environment at SIIT.

**Specific Accountabilities**
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Instruction and Administration_**
- Prepare lesson plans and appropriate delivery methods planning documents for course delivery
- Select, design, update and create related materials including student assessment records, and attendance records
- Maintain program equipment, laboratory facilities and materials to ensure a safe and organized work environment where applicable
- Incorporate current technology advancements within instruction and administration where applicable
- Use appropriate methods of instruction, modeling, and mentoring, etc to facilitate student learning.
- Use appropriate methods of evaluating and recording student progress within set time frames
- Make recommendations to modify course objectives, course outlines, curriculum and evaluation procedures and such instruments
- Seek professional development opportunities to keep current and relevant in applicable teaching areas, educational standards, industry trends, and best practices

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Student Success_**
- Make recommendations as necessary to Learning Services and/or Program Head to assist them in obtaining personal support for academic/non-academic concerns
- Create and maintain a creative and positive learning environment that provides the opportunity for meaningful learning
- Under the direction of the Program Head, organize, supervise and/or monitor work experience practicum's, where required

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Relationship Management & Leadership_**
- Adhere to and promote academic regulations and SIIT policies and procedures
- Support the enhancement of future student enrollment through positive promotion of SIIT programs
- Attend and positively contribute during staff, department, and institute meetings
- Foster a positive, collaborative and professional working relationship among students, coworkers and partners across the institution
- Develops and maintains respectful relations through the use of problem solving and constructive resolution of student issues
- Maintain classroom, shop and/or laboratory discipline and, if necessary, recommend action to applicable supervisor regarding student behavior, including formal student disciplinary action
- Ensures a positive, diverse and inclusive work and learning environment.

**Required Qualifications and Experience**:RN or RPN currently registered and in good standing with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan or the Registered Psychiatric Nurses Association of Saskatchewan; Or, a practical nursing diploma and be registered/practicing as a LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) and be in good standing with Saskatchewan Association of Licensed Practical Nurses (SALPN). An understanding of adult learning theories and principles is considered an asset. For success in this position a genuine commitment to help students learn and succeed is required. Knowledge of First Nations cultures and organizations would be an asset.

**Required Competencies**:Flexible & Adaptable; Effective Communication; Relationship Building; Results Oriented; Student Focus; Communication (Instructional); Knowledge & Expertise; Teamwork.