Lead Instructor - New Westminster, Canada - Justice Institute of British Columbia

Justice Institute of British Columbia

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New Westminster, Canada

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Description

Date:
August 8, 2023

Competition: 23-70****APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING FULL-TIME REGULAR POSITION

Position:
Lead Instructor, Advanced Care Paramedic Program (Position # & #

Division:
Health Sciences Division
**Reporting To: Program Manager, Advanced Care Paramedic Program

Justice Institute of British Columbia:

The Justice Institute of British Columbia (JIBC) is a public, post-secondary institution that provides education and training
to those who'll be there to support British Columbians and others around the world, when a life is at stake or when
health, safety or property is in jeopardy. Work for JIBC and be a part of the big picture - supporting justice and public
safety professionals at all stages of their careers in fields including law enforcement, firefighting, paramedicine, security
and emergency management.

As a JIBC employee you'll play a role in our educational programming, which also includes complementary and related
areas of study - from conflict resolution, mediation, leadership and counselling, to cybersecurity, business intelligence,
and tactical criminal analysis - as well as applied research in the justice and public safety fields. Join our team and help
us prepare JIBC graduates to contribute to safer communities and a more just society.

Position Summary:

The Lead Instructor, Advanced Care Paramedic Program, is responsible for the delivery of ACP Program content in a
blended delivery model, including synchronous online and face-to-face learning. This role supports program quality
assurance by aligning program content with best practice and industry needs. This position also requires leading
sessional instructional faculty to ensure consistent education at all JIBC campuses. ACP Program Lead Instructors will be
supported to contribute to and engage in scholarly and research activities related to paramedicine as assigned.

Primary Responsibilities:

Teaching and Classroom Support:

Teach and be a consistent presence for students and sessional faculty in the classroom in all courses within the

ACP Program.

Supervise and coach sessional faculty who coteach in the program.
Lead online synchronous components of the program. Average teaching load per week when classes are in

session is hours per week as assigned.

Meet and work with students regarding their academic progression and completing Education Plans as required.
Audit competency attainment of students throughout program.
Collaborate with ACP Academic Writing Team and Practice Education Leads (PELS), ensuring consistent and

quality delivery of the ACP Program.

Grading and providing constructive feedback for all program assessments.
Provide ongoing support for students in the ACP Program.

Administrative Activities:

Develop and communicate course schedules and faculty schedules to ensure the seamless delivery of the ACP

Program.

Update student resources, such as Blackboard as required throughout program.
Perform administrative tasks related to program delivery such as exam preparation, equipment preparation,

curriculum development, and quality assurance.

Participate in relevant committee work, including accreditation, program development/redesign, and other

curriculum related projects as assigned.

Scholarly and research activities:

Active participation and/or leadership in Health Science Division research projects.
Promote and support student and graduate research projects.
Actively engage in the review and dissemination of current research within JIBC Health Sciences Division and the

wider paramedic community.

Attend and present topics at conferences as appropriate.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Academic:

Bachelor's Degree, or higher, in relevant academic field (e.g., Health Sciences, Education, Clinical Practice) would

be considered an asset.

Evidence of ongoing work towards gaining academic qualifications will also be considered.
The ACP Program is committed to encouraging ongoing professional development and support will be offered

for appropriate further education undertaken by faculty.

Related Experience:

Recent (within five years) direct work experience in the field as an ACP (or higher) Paramedic.
Experience as an instructor, evaluator, preceptor, or similar role.
JIBC INDC1110 Essential Skills for Training and Facilitation course, or equivalent courses in Adult Education,

and/or instructional design is an asset.

Equivalencies will be considered depending on education, research, and clinical experience.

Other Knowledge/Training:

Have a background in, and knowledge of, concepts and clinical practices associated with paramedicine.
A demonstrated commitment to education (preferably through previous teaching at the postsecondary level).
An interest and aptitude for leading and working in a highly collaborative team environment, as well as

demonstrated adminis