Instructional Assistant, Casual

​COMPETITION NUMBER: 1925
CLOSING DATE: November 19, 2026 @ 11:59 PM ABT

FACULTY OF HEALTH

Reporting to the Manager, Olson Centre for Health Simulation, the Instructional Assistant provides interdisciplinary instructional support to the simulation centre through simulation facilitation, learner support, technical operations, and simulation resource development. This role supports the delivery of simulation-based learning experiences across the Faculty of Health Studies while helping to create safe, confidential, and engaging learning environments that foster reflective practice and learner success.

The Instructional Assistant works closely with faculty, students, simulation stakeholders, and external partners to support simulation activities, maintain specialized equipment and resources, facilitate learning experiences, and contribute to the ongoing development of simulation materials. This role also supports the day-to-day operation of the Olson Centre, including technology, equipment maintenance, inventory management, and continuous improvement initiatives.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

• Participate in the development, evaluation, facilitation, and debriefing of interdisciplinary simulation-based learning experiences.
• Facilitate safe and confidential learning environments that support reflective practice and student success.
• Collaborate with faculty on lab set-ups, equipment troubleshooting, and the effective utilization of simulation technology.
• Demonstrate required knowledge related to simulation scenarios and support interdisciplinary simulation-based learning.
• Assist with student supervision, skill development, remediation activities, and learner feedback during simulation experiences.
• Create and maintain simulation learning materials utilizing appropriate technologies and educational resources.
• Assist in scheduling, timetabling, and coordinating simulation lab usage across Faculty of Health Studies programs.
• Support interprofessional learning activities, events, and initiatives as a member of interdisciplinary teams.
• Order, maintain, and monitor simulation supplies, instructional resources, mannequins, audiovisual equipment, virtual reality equipment, and other simulation technologies.
• Prepare and maintain simulation labs, equipment, and supply areas while ensuring resources are organized, functional, and ready for instruction.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Diploma or degree in Nursing or a related health discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current registration and good standing as an LPN with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides of Alberta or as an RN with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta.
• Minimum three years of discipline-specific experience in acute care, long-term care, community, pharmacy, or related healthcare settings.
• Experience working within interdisciplinary team environments and supporting learners in educational settings.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, collaboration, and customer service skills.
• Experience working with simulation equipment, educational technologies, or a demonstrated willingness to develop simulation expertise.
• Knowledge and experience on equity, diversity, and inclusion; trauma-informed care training, project management experience, simulation lab experience, and technological expertise are considered assets.
• Abilty to pass a Vulnerable Sector Check.

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?

As a difference maker you:

• Create and maintain safe, confidential, and supportive learning environments that foster student engagement and reflective practice.
• Provide timely feedback to learners, identify areas for improvement, and support remediation activities when required.
• Apply clinical expertise, trauma-informed practices, and simulation debriefing techniques to facilitate meaningful learning experiences.
• Exercise sound judgment when responding to student behaviours, learner concerns, and simulation-based learning challenges.
• Build collaborative relationships with faculty, students, simulation stakeholders, vendors, technology support teams, and external partners.
• Independently assess simulation centre operational needs, including equipment readiness, technology maintenance, inventory requirements, and lab preparation.
• Escalate equipment, technology, maintenance, and learner concerns appropriately while supporting the efficient operation of the simulation centre.
• Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and a commitment to ongoing learning, innovation, and simulation best practices.

SALARY: AUPE Band Level 7 | Instructional Assistant II | $31.32 - $40.69 hourly reflective upon what you bring AKA your education and experience. This is an hourly casual position with the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE). For more information regarding the AUPE Collective Agreement, please check out this link. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures.

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

Additional Information: Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.

For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is required they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:

• International Qualifications Assessment Service https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment
• World Education Services https://www.wes.org/ca/

We encourage applicants to include the assessment certificate as part of their application.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.

NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.

NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

Accessibility: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to [email protected].

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