Program Coordinator/ Instructor- Term

Job description and duties

Internal

Coast Mountain College (CMTN), Terrace campus, invites applications for a Program Coordinator/Instructor in the Health Programs: Access to Practical Nursing, Practical Nursing and Health Care Assistant. The appointment will be commencing January 17, 2026, and ending on July 17, 2027, for an 18-month term (subject to a leave). The salary will be in accordance with the BCGEU Instructor salary scale, ranging between $2,752.72 and $3,560.23 plus a comprehensive benefit plan.

CMTN is dedicated to employment equity and diversity by providing a workplace that is inclusive and welcoming. It is our aim to reflect the diversity found in our unique region throughout CMTN’s workforce.

Our team is committed to Indigenization, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Internationalization. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. Individuals who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process, may contact HR in confidence, prior to the closing date

Duties: Reporting to the Associate Dean of Health Programs and working closely with the Chair/Coordinator of Health Programs, the Program Coordinator will ensure program evolution and play a collaborative and leading role in ensuring program quality, effectiveness, efficiency, accreditation, and student success.

Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Instructor hiring and scheduling
  • Program and curriculum development
  • Budget development and maintenance
  • Educational liaison and articulation
  • Student recruitment/retention and advocacy, community outreach, and program promotion
  • Chairing meetings and participating in committee work
  • Contributing to record keeping and timely report writing, including for accreditation bodies
  • All other related duties of similar scope and complexity

As an instructor, responsibilities will encompass facilitating student academic achievement in the APN, PN, and HCA programs, including course preparation, teaching, assessing student work, and providing constructive feedback, guidance and support.

Qualifications

  • A current practicing license as a Practical Nurse (PN), Registered Nurse (RN), or Nurse Practitioner (NP)
  • 3 – 5 years of recent and relevant practice experience including clinical experience
  • One of the following credentials in adult education from an accredited post-secondary institution (those in progress must have an identified completion date)
    • Masters in Adult Education
    • Provincial Instructor’s Diploma
    • Provincial Teaching Certificate 
  • Clinical-site requirements such as CPRC, First Aid, up-to-date vaccinations (including COVID vaccination), etc. or willingness to obtain the requirements (prior to clinical placements)
  • Experienced in curriculum development and/or teaching in a variety of formats, including online & face to face
  • Clear commitment to excellence in teaching with a focus on Indigenization and experiential place-based learning
  • Demonstrated ability to supervise programming
  • Demonstrated ability to recruit and retain students in a post-secondary setting
  • Knowledge and enthusiasm for the best practices in equity, diversity, and inclusion in the classroom
  • Ability to function effectively across cultures, particularly with Indigenous communities, is an asset
  • Strong organizational, teamwork, and problem-solving skills

Application information

To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter (quoting competition #25.073B) outlining how your background and beliefs will enable you to become a successful educator along with an updated resume to Coast Mountain College, Human Resources, Email: apply@coastmountaincollege.ca

NOTE: Only complete applications (with a cover letter and resume included) received to the above noted email address will be considered.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Closing date
September 11, 2025
Competition number
25.073B
Job status
Open
Posting type
Faculty
Audience
Internal BCGEU Faculty
Department
  • Health Programs
Campuses
  • Terrace