Faculty Educator

FACULTY EDUCATOR - CRITICAL CARE PARAMEDIC (CCP) PROGRAM

Reference #: 2025-165

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Position Title

Faculty Educator - Critical Care Paramedic (CCP) Program

Department/Section

Clinical Affairs

Employment Status

Permanent Full Time

Targeted Salary Range

$83,767.56-$115,000/year

Work Mode

Hybrid (2 Days Per Week)

Existing Vacancy

Yes

Location

Thunder Bay / Mississauga (preferred)
- Hours of Work

Monday-Friday 37.5 hours/week

Posting Open Date

Wednesday, December 31

Posting Close Date

Friday, January 16, 2026

Uplifting Your Career at Ornge

The Faculty Educator - Critical Care Paramedicine (CCP) is an education role responsible for the design, development, delivery, assessment, and evaluation of the Initial Education program for Critical Care Paramedicine.

This position focuses on the CCP Initial Education program and supports the preparation, progression, and assessment of learners entering Critical Care Paramedic practice. The Faculty Educator works collaboratively with others, to ensure educational quality, consistency, and alignment with Accreditation Canada standards, Ornge policies, and evidence-informed academic best practices.

Key Accountabilities:
**Initial Education - Critical Care Paramedicine**:

- Lead the **design, development, delivery, and ongoing refinement** of assigned CCP Initial Education curriculum.
- Facilitate **didactic, simulation-based, and applied learning activities** aligned with CCP program learning outcomes and scope of practice.
- Conduct **formative and summative learner assessment**, including written, simulation-based, and performance-based evaluations.
- Evaluate learner progression and provide timely, constructive academic feedback.
- Provide **academic guidance, coaching, and direction** to learners throughout the CCP Initial Education program.
- Support the Program Lead and the Manager of Paramedic Education in ensuring that:

- Program design, delivery, and assessment **meet or exceed Accreditation Canada requirements.**:

- Educational practices align with adult learning theory and academic best practices.
- Provide academic direction and support to Adjunct Faculty Educators (AFEs), Paramedic Practice Mentors (PPMs) and Clinical Practice Leads (CPLs) involved in CCP Initial Education delivery.
- Participate in **curriculum review, program evaluation, and quality improvement initiatives** related to CCP Initial Education.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of **simulation-based education and assessment** within the CCP program.
- Foster **psychologically safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environments** for all learners.

**Professional Accountability**:

- Maintain an **annual Professional Development Plan**, reviewed with the Manager of Paramedic Education and Clinical Simulation.
- Maintain **clinical and professional currency** in accordance with professional designation requirements.
- Participate in faculty mentorship, peer development, and education quality initiatives related to CCP Initial Education.
- Uphold Ornge values, educational standards, and learner-centred teaching practices.

Qualifications:
**Qualifications (required)**:
Post-secondary education in at least one of the following:

- Critical Care Paramedic
- Registered Nurse (L&D, NICU, PICU, ICU, ER)
- Registered Respiratory Therapist
- Anesthesia Assistant
- Clinical Research

**Assets (preferred)**:

- Bachelor’s degree and/or Graduate-level education
- Minimum **five (5) years of independent clinical practice** in a relevant discipline.
- Minimum **two (2) years of experience teaching health professionals**.
- Education and/or experience in **adult education and/or healthcare simulation**.
- Experience using **low
- to medium-fidelity simulation equipment**.
- Maintenance of professional certification and clinical activity.
- Formal education in **simulation, debriefing, or instructional design**.
- Experience in curriculum design, academic program delivery, or accreditation environments.
- Knowledge of Ontario’s ambulance system and Base Hospital framework.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and audiovisual teaching technologies.

Total Rewards:

- Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Benefit Plan.
- 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- Premium Defined Benefits Pension Plan Automatic Enrollment.
- Three Paid Personal Days (Pro-Rated for Year 1).
- Accrued vacation time starting at three weeks per year.
- PERKS Employee Promotional Programs relating to pe