Casual Instructional Assistant

**COMPETITION NUMBER: 1270** **CLOSING DATE: June 27, 2025** **FACULTY OF HEALTH STUDIES** NorQuesters are difference makers and we’re searching for someone dedicated to making a difference to join our Faculty of Health Studies team as a casual instructional assistant in our Therapeutic Recreation program. If you are someone who is looking to join a dynamic team of individuals who practice a we>they approach to delivering quality education, then the TR instructional assistant (IA) position is for you. Reporting to the Program Chair, the IA will work alongside like-minded individuals dedicated to helping our learners acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies required for future practice in Therapeutic Recreation. This position requires someone who is dependable, possesses excellent communication skills, likes to work with people, and has a desire to play at work & work at play. Our IA’s take pride in making a positive impact on the lives of the students they work with. You will join a collaborative academic community that thrives on energy, motivation, and dedication to the success of both our students and colleagues. **SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST HAVE**: - A diploma in therapeutic recreation - Current professional member of ATRA - Minimum of three years clinical experience working as a recreation therapy assistant (or equivalent) - Prior formal or informal facilitation experience is an asset - Experience with technology and online learning systems is an asset. **HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE** As a NorQuest Instructional Assistant, you will facilitate learning in a variety of methods including coaching, mentoring, modeling in a laboratory setting. You will work collaboratively with the instructional team to provide ongoing monitoring, and feedback to the students to facilitate the successful completion of their diploma program. Instructional Assistants help our learners acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to be safe and successful healthcare practitioners. You will bring your creativity and passion for therapeutic recreation to the classroom. **General Responsibilities**: - Demonstrates effective human relations skills - Demonstrates professional conduct - Adheres to policies and procedures of the program and college - Participates in professional development - Contributes to the achievement of divisional and program unit goals - Carrying out other duties as assigned **Classroom and Lab Responsibilities**: - Organization and maintenance of lab space, equipment, and materials. - Assist in the preparation and delivery of instructional material for both theory and lab courses (under the direction of the course instructor) - Provide instructional support for both online and in-person classes - Supervision of students in a lab setting - Monitor and provide feedback on student performance and progress - Modelling professional behaviour at all times - Maintaining appropriate student records and reports - Liaise with other instructional team members **WHAT YOU BRING** - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Experience coaching, mentoring, and/or implementing curriculum - Computer skills and experience with online learning management system preferred - If your education was received internationally we recommend you obtain an international education assessment through IQAS, WES, or one of the other nationally designated organizations. **WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?** - A Police Information Check within the last ninety days - A Vulnerable Sectors Check within the last thirty days - Up-to-date immunization records including COVID-19 vaccinations - Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to support individuals at different skill levels - Ability to establish an interactive learning environment to support the basic principles and practices of adult education - Ability to assess and provide feedback on student performance through various methods - Advanced skills in conflict resolution and problem-solving - Ability to develop different classroom strategies to keep learners engaged - Strong oral communication and writing skills - Culturally sensitive and have an ability to work with a diverse population - Passionate about Therapeutic Recreation **SALARY**: Reflective upon what you bring. AKA your education and experience. Plus, immediate access to our great pension and benefits program. This is an AUPE role therefore the pay range is quite large, the AUPE Collective agreement outlines how pay is determined. **We offer flexible work options.**We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities. **_ Difference Makers._** If we were to describe what NorQuest College is, we’d say these two words. We are so fundamentally driven in our mission to make a difference to our students, our community, and to our fellow NorQuesters, that it guides what