Instructor - Interdisciplinary Therapy Assistant Diploma – Speech Language Pathologist

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Job Description

About Bow Valley College

For 60 years, Calgary’s college has grown to prepare 14,000 students annually for meaningful careers in health care, social services, business, technology, and creative industries. Every program has a Work Integrated Learning requirement, ensuring students contribute to the workplace before they graduate. With a strong focus on advanced simulation training and Alberta’s evolving needs, Bow Valley College’s new Health Care Centre of Excellence is working to expand space and programs, aimed at graduating four-times as many health professionals annually by 2036.

Proudly recognized as one of Canada’s Top 50 Research Colleges, we combine innovative learning with hands-on experience. Home to Alberta’s only major e-sports arena and a state-of-the-art digital production hub. Learn more about the opportunities Bow Valley College creates for students, Calgary, and Alberta at bowvalleycollege.ca.

Position Summary

Instructors in the School of Health and Wellness are responsible for providing instruction to students; evaluating student progress, designing and developing curriculum and instructional materials, and supporting students in meeting the learning outcomes of their courses and programs.

We are looking for an Interdisciplinary Therapy Assistant Diploma – Speech Language Pathologist to teach on a casual basis.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Deliver Quality Instruction and Assessment
• Deliver engaging, student-centered instruction in assigned courses across a variety of learning environments, including classroom, online, simulation, and clinical settings. Select and apply instructional strategies that support diverse student needs, develop lesson plans, and create meaningful learning experiences that foster the achievement of course and program outcomes.
• Evaluate student performance on an ongoing basis, provide timely and constructive feedback, communicate student progress to students and administrators, and maintain all required academic records. Collaborate with the Program Chair to develop, review, and update curriculum, instructional materials, learning guides, and assessment rubrics to ensure content remains current, relevant, and aligned with program requirements.
• Support Student Success and a Positive Learning Experience
• Support students throughout their educational journey by fostering an inclusive, respectful, and supportive learning environment. Provide guidance related to attendance, conduct, academic performance, and professional expectations while identifying and addressing concerns that may impact student success.
• Refer students to the Program Chair when additional follow-up is required and connect students with appropriate institutional resources, such as tutoring, counselling, and accessibility services. Ensure approved accommodations are implemented in accordance with individualized accommodation plans and contribute to student recognition initiatives, including scholarship and bursary processes. Participate in departmental and College events, such as orientation and graduation that promote student engagement, achievement, and success.
• Build Relationships and Promote the Program
• Build and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support program quality, student success, and industry engagement. Remain current with emerging trends, regulatory requirements, and best practices, incorporating relevant changes into teaching and curriculum activities.
• Support student mobility initiatives, including articulation and transfer opportunities, and participate in advisory committees, community meetings, and industry engagement activities as required. Promote the School of Health and Wellness and the College through participation in recruitment events and maintain strong relationships to support student learning and workforce connections.
• Contribute to Continuous Improvement and Professional Practice
• Contribute to the ongoing success of the School of Health and Wellness by adhering to college policies, procedures, and professional standards. Complete required training and professional development activities to maintain instructional excellence and support evolving institutional and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in applied research opportunities and special projects that enhance teaching, learning, and program effectiveness. Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement by contributing to departmental initiatives, maintaining professional competence, and undertaking other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Masters in Speech – Language Pathology
• 5 years of experience in Speech – Language Pathology
• Member of the Alberta College of Speech – Language Pathologists and Audiologists
• Police information check including a vulnerable sector.
• Ability to work to full scope of practice
• An equivalent combination of directly related education and experience may be considered

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience an asset

• Curriculum development an asset

• Industry relationship an asset

• Strong understanding of the role of the Therapy Assistant

Closing Date: November 25, 2026

Please note all successful candidates will be required to provide copies of government issued identification and proof of educational qualifications upon hire and may be required to provide an enhanced police information check.

If your education was received internationally, we will require you to provide an international education assessment through IQAS, WES, or one of the other nationally designated organizations upon hire.

Union :

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment
Bow Valley College is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who would contribute to the further diversification of our employees including, but not limited to, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.