Teaching Assistant - Regional Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing Program at Stenberg College

, British Columbia, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Oct, 26

Salary

38.0

Posted On

04 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Psychiatric Nursing, Student Mentoring, Online Teaching, Grading and Assessment, Course Facilitation, Moodle, Learning Management Systems, Student Engagement, Academic Support, Clinical Practice Supervision

Industry

Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) to join the Regional Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing (RDPN) Leadership Team as a Teaching Assistant (TA). As the Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in mentoring, supporting, and helping develop the next generation of Registered Psychiatric Nurses. Working closely with Didactic Faculty, you'll contribute to a collaborative, engaging, and student-centered learning environment while supporting high-quality educational delivery. Although TAs support all semesters, for TAs supporting Semesters V - VIII, the role also includes facilitating the online RPN Licensing Exam Preparation Course in Semester VIII. About the Program: For the past 19 years, Stenberg College has been an industry leader in providing psychiatric nursing education in British Columbia. The RDPN program is the only psychiatric nursing program in B.C. that is offered province-wide to 7 regions through a hybrid, blended delivery, 8-semester, 147-credit program. Students engage in synchronous and asynchronous learning through online theory courses, complete in-person lab simulation at one of our five regional lab spaces, and in-person clinical practice experiences that expose students to a variety of health status, across the life span, and with varying complexity. * Position Details * Employment Type: Part-time (25 hours/week), Flexible, Online/ Home Office * Start Date: August 4th, 2026 * Compensation: $38.00/hour Key Responsibilities Student Support & Engagement * Track and document student attendance and engagement in online courses. * Monitor student progress and communicate concerns or trends to instructional staff. * Provide timely, consistent grading and constructive feedback on assignments and assessments. * Collaborate with instructors to identify and support students requiring additional academic assistance. Instructional Collaboration * Meet with lead instructors prior to each semester to align roles, expectations, and weekly priorities. * Review grading rubrics, marking guides, and assessments to ensure consistency and fairness in evaluation. * Collaborate on learning activities and assignments, as appropriate. * Support instructional continuity throughout the semester. * Partner with instructors to post course welcome messages and assist with course facilitation. Professional Responsibilities * Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful learning environment. * Maintain confidentiality and uphold academic integrity. * Build collaborative relationships with leadership, faculty, curriculum development, and student services teams when supporting new courses. Qualifications * Active Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) in good standing with the BCCNM * Minimum three years of current psychiatric nursing experience * Bachelor of Science in Psychiatric Nursing (BScPN) * Previous classroom or online teaching experience is considered a strong asset. * Experience using Moodle or a similar LMS is an asset. OUR CORE VALUES: We are guided by values that shape everything we do: * Connectedness and Inclusivity * Collaboration and Innovation * Accountability and Integrity * Adaptability and Responsiveness * Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Stenberg College is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment where all individuals can thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including Indigenous Peoples, People of Color (BIPOC), LGBTQ2S+ individuals, people with disabilities, and others who may face barriers. We believe that diversity strengthens our team, encourages innovation, and fosters a more compassionate workplace. Want to learn more about Stenberg College? Please check out our website at stenbergcollege.com [http://www.stenbergcollege.com] To express your interest, please submit your Resume and Cover Letter by July 17th for consideration. Please note, although we appreciate all applications, only those who are shortlisted will be contacted for an interview.

Responsibilities

The Teaching Assistant supports the RDPN program by mentoring students, grading assignments, and tracking engagement in online courses. They collaborate with lead instructors to ensure instructional continuity and facilitate the RPN Licensing Exam Preparation Course.