Personal Support Worker Program Instructor

at  District School Board of Niagara

Personal Support Worker
Program Instructor
This is a temporary position through the
Adult and Community Education Program
Dates: September 3, 2024 to December 20, 2024
Grade(s): Gr. 11, Gr. 12, Adult Education
Deadline for submission is 4:00 p.m. on Thursday August 29, 2024.

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION:

Provide quality delivery of assigned courses using the appropriate method, including; teaching, demonstrating, and lecturing in compliance with DSBN policies & procedures, and under the requirements of PSWEPA/OCSA accreditation.
Responsible for administration of an assigned course of study within a diploma/certificate program by planning, overseeing, and evaluating the activities of students in the assigned academic program.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse holding current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
A current Ontario College of Teachers Certificate of Qualification (If no candidates with an OCT apply, other RN or RPN candidates will be considered)
3 years’ experience in Nursing
Demonstrated understanding and practice in 21st Century Learning
Working knowledge of Computer applications (databases, word processing, spreadsheets, Google Classroom, D2L)
Hold a valid driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle

PRIMARY DUTIES:

Plan, prepare and deliver quality classroom instruction in lecture and or laboratory format based on the approved curriculum
Select and utilize a variety of approved course materials and teaching methods - using lectures, demonstrations, labs, discussion groups, clinic sessions, and seminars - to ensure the needs of the individual students are met in the program
Inform students about course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance policies
Deliver communications on school policy, financial aid, and academics based on administrators direction
Manage classroom teaching conditions and environment through active instructor presence in order to promote positive classroom discipline and control, and timely class meetings and instruction
Motivate students by demonstrating sensitivity for their concerns and actively involving them in classroom discussions and/or activities
Demonstrate sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of students
Administration

PRIMARY DUTIES:

Contribute actively to the process of curriculum review and accreditation process
Achieve assigned retention rate in accordance with the program, accreditation and DSBN guidelines by maintaining accurate attendance records daily and communicating attendance concerns to the program coordinator or designate
Timely completion of all official academic records, including grade reports, skills reviews,and plans/logs
Implement and manage DSBN policies and procedures such as attendance, grade reports, midterm reports, and all other assigned educational materials on a timely basis
Participate in staff meetings, committee meetings, professional development workshops, graduation ceremonies, and other program functions as requested
Maintain classroom, clinic, and lab areas making certain that all areas are in working condition; request necessary class and clinical supplies