Instructor - Contact Lens (Vision Care) - Calgary, Canada - SAIT

SAIT

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Calgary, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

The

School of Health and Public Safety at SAIT prepares students for a dynamic career in the health care sector. We offer specialized training in diagnostic and therapeutic technologies, professional assistant programs, information management, and training for wellness professionals. Our programs are hands on, with students and instructors immersed in living classrooms and simulated training.

The Opportunity
The Vision Care Sciences portfolio within the School of Health & Public Safety has a need for an energetic and resourceful individual with great organizational skills to provide clinical instruction in both theory and laboratory settings in the

NOTE:
This is a temporary salaried position for one year (will consider either

0.75

or

1.00

FTE), with a possibility of extension

The Role:

Prepare and deliver lectures and labs to students enrolled in the Optician Diploma program
Maintain and update curriculum and course outlines as required
Prepare lists of lab supplies required for the Educational Technologist
Evaluate student progress through assignments, exams and lab competencies
Facilitate student achievement and professionalism through mentorship and coaching
Provide feedback for continuous program improvement
Be an active and engaged member of the School to maintain a "team environment"
Participate in all SAIT training, School and program meetings.
Promote and support SAIT and the School of Health and Public Safety's mission, strategic and academic plans.
Remain current and maintain contact with industry sectors to assure technology is relevant
All other duties as required for the position

Qualifications:

Must be:
A Licensed Optician (LO)
and a Registered Contact Lens Practitioner (RCLP) in the province of Alberta (or be able to transfer similar licensing from another province)
Proficient with technology to facilitate delivery of classroom and lab content through the Learning Management System (Brightspace)
Minimum of five years of progressive and diverse handson clinical experience in the optical industry, particularly in optical dispensing and contact lenses fitting
Previous academic background (including teaching experience) is an asset as are additional educational qualifications
Refraction experience and prescribing is an asset
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to thrive in a team environment are required
Involvement in scholarly activity/research is an asset
Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
A high degree of flexibility and adaptability to unexpected and changing conditions
Comfortable speaking in public
Positive & respectful attitude
Requires a VSS

Job Classification:
Instructor

# of positions: 1

Salary Range:
$74,795 - $77,772

Position End Date:
April 30th 2024

Posting End Date:
March 1st, 2023

About SAIT

SAIT is a global leader in applied education. Named one of Alberta's Top Employers, we offer the chance to work with a purpose — preparing the next generation of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, advocates and explorers.

Building on our 100+ year history, we're looking for innovative, bold and collaborative employees who embrace change and deliver world-class customer experiences.

Your future starts now at SAIT.

At SAIT, we understand that experience comes in many forms.

We're dedicated to adding diverse perspectives to SAIT - so if your experience is close to what we're looking for, please consider applying.

SAIT is committed to supporting persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We will work with applicants to provide accommodations upon request to the Talent Advisor.

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