Lead Instructor - Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) Vancouver Island Campus

at  Justice Institute of British Columbia

Campus Location: Victoria
Employment Type: Full-time Regular
Closing Date: This posting will remain open until filled with a first review of candidates on November 4, 2024.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are currently seeking a Lead Instructor, Primary Care Paramedic, to deliver the Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) Program at our Vancouver Island Campus. In this role, you will ensure program quality by aligning content with industry best practices and overseeing sessional faculty to maintain consistent educational standards. You will deliver the PCP curriculum using a variety of instructional methods, collaborating closely with faculty to ensure the program is engaging, effective, and meets the needs of our students.
Your leadership will be essential in managing the day-to-day program delivery, mentoring new faculty, and ensuring the care and organization of program equipment. A consistent presence for students, you will provide personalized feedback, conduct evaluations, and facilitate tutorials and retests as needed. You’ll also play a key role in supporting students’ academic progression, identifying those at risk, and connecting them with appropriate resources. As the primary link between students and program management, you will work with Regional Training Coordinators and Program Managers to support student success.
Beyond teaching, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to program development, curriculum review, and accreditation processes. Collaborating with other program leads, you’ll ensure that the PCP program remains at the forefront of paramedic education. If you have extensive experience as a Primary Care Paramedic, strong leadership skills, and a passion for teaching and mentoring the next generation of paramedics, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field (e.g., Health Sciences, Education, Clinical Practice).
• Recent experience as a Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) or higher within the past five years.
• Demonstrated competency in adult education and instructional design, with familiarity in learning technologies and supervision models. Completion of JIBC INDC-1110 Essential Skills for Training and Facilitation course, or equivalent is an asset.
• Experience as an instructor or evaluator, delivering PCP, EMR, FR, and/or FA courses.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, web browsers, mobile devices, and Blackboard.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage pressure and respond to student needs.
• Sound judgment and sensitivity when handling complex issues.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Proven ability to collaborate with Program Managers, Instructors, and other key interest holders.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.

Please refer the Job description for details