Personal Support Worker Instructor

**Personal Support Worker Instructor**

**Stanford College is hiring instructors**

At Stanford we provide our students with a learning environment that is positive, comfortable, and interactive. Our certificate programs include hands-on learning, methodologies and processes that are currently being used by today’s leading employers.

Our Certificate career training programs are designed to provide students with the skills, knowledge and practical experience needed to excel in today’s workplace.

Stanford College instructors are responsible for developing engaging learning environments and providing quality programming for all students.

**Personal Support Worker Program**

This program trains students to offer **personal care and home management services to clients in community or institutional settings**. Personal support workers provide services to clients with **physical, cognitive, emotional and behavioral challenges**. Learn hands-on in the classroom, on community placements and in the home environment simulation lab equipped with high-end fidelity audio/visual equipment and interactive mannequins. PSWs are highly sought after as health care providers, working collaboratively as part of the health care team or in a supported independent living environment.
- **What You’ll Be Doing**_
- Develop and deliver course content in classroom and online when required, this incudes preparing, organizing and implementing course materials, using appropriate educational approaches and techniques: adult learning methodologies, multi-media presentations and incorporating technology into learning process according to college standards.
- Establish and communicate clear course objectives for all learning modules; instruct and evaluate student progress and achievement, develop students’ skills, and encourage a positive learning environment according to the program.
- Observe and evaluate student’s work to determine progress, provide feedback and make suggestions for improvement; maintain accurate and complete records of student’s development.
- Establish and enforce classroom rules and procedures; instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
- Track student attendance; report absenteeism to the campus administrator and input grades according to the colleges protocols.
- Ensure adherence to all safety standards and practices, including oversight, care and maintenance of any equipment used in the classroom.
- Participate in various administrative events this includes attending staff meetings, graduation ceremonies, professional development trainings and keeping up to date with industry developments.
- To be successful in the Instructor position, individuals must be committed to developing, maintaining and demonstrating the following: _

**Education and Experience**:

- Registered Nurse (RN) with current registration and no practice restrictions with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
- Minimum of two (2) years current, relevant work experience in a Canadian clinical environment preferably in a long-term care/community/chronic care setting
- Teaching PSW courses.

About You:

- Relevant industry skills and knowledge relating to the area of teaching.
- Eagerness for sharing knowledge and experience with others to the advancement of your field.
- Interest in academic and multi-model education approaches is an asset.
- High standards of behavior, a professional attitude and commitment to quality service.
- Regards students with respect and equity; creating an inclusive environment while providing constructive feedback.
- Strong oral, written and technological skills, including presentation and group facilitation.
- Ability to motivate and inspire students.
- Ability to work cooperatively with other instructors and staff.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Fixed term contract

**Salary**: $1.00-$2.00 per year

**Experience**:

- Teaching: 2 years (preferred)