Instructional Assistant - Massage Therapy Program
- Lethbridge, AB, Canada
Preferred Qualifications Salary AUPE Class Level 7 Step 2, $27.43/hr. · Full-time
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- Preferred Qualifications Salary AUPE Class Level 7 Step 2, $27.43/hr.
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- Minimum of 2 years full-time massage therapy experience in a clinical setting
- Posting language
- English
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Lethbridge Polytechnic is committed to inclusive recruitment practices by providing reasonable access and accommodations to applicants. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact hiringaccommodations@lethpolytech.ca. Private information received in relation to the request will only be used to facilitate the recruitment process and will be kept confidential and shared only as needed with the selection committee.
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Position Information
Job Title Instructional Assistant - Massage Therapy Program Appointment Type Casual Position Dates October 2026 - April 2027 Hours per week/FTE About the Position
The Massage Therapy Program is looking for individuals to fill a casual position. The responsibilities include guiding and correcting students at Lethbridge Polytechnic’s Student Massage Clinic, Community Based Work Experiences, and Open Lab Practice. The candidate will assist students in utilizing practical and technically correct methods to deliver massages effectively and safely while ensuring professional conduct at all times. Administrative duties include maintaining equipment, handling money, and other duties to operation of a massage clinic.
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Culture of Care
A Culture of Care at Lethbridge Polytechnic embraces a workplace that both protects and empowers employees by creating an environment that promotes psychological, cultural and physical safety. All employees play an important role in building a safe and supportive campus dedicated to learning and growing.
Why choose Lethbridge and Lethbridge Polytechnic
Lethbridge Polytechnic is learner-focused, with an emphasis on experiential and flexible learning experiences and work-integrated learning.
We have a strong connection to our community and the land. We also promote a work environment that supports professional development and employee wellness, including flexible work arrangements and schedules that allow for work-life balance. In addition, we prioritize equity, diversity, and inclusion across all areas of our campus community.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number C26-00485 Open Date 09/25/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Lethbridge Polytechnic is committed to inclusive recruitment practices by providing reasonable access and accommodations to applicants. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact hiringaccommodations@lethpolytech.ca. Private information received in relation to the request will only be used to facilitate the recruitment process and will be kept confidential and shared only as needed with the selection committee.
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Required Documents
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Lethbridge Polytechnic is committed to inclusive recruitment practices by providing reasonable access and accommodations to applicants. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact hiringaccommodations@lethpolytech.ca. Private information received in relation to the request will only be used to facilitate the recruitment process and will be kept confidential and shared only as needed with the selection committee.
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title Instructional Assistant - Massage Therapy Program Appointment Type Casual Position Dates October 2026 - April 2027 Hours per week/FTE About the Position
The Massage Therapy Program is looking for individuals to fill a casual position. The responsibilities include guiding and correcting students at Lethbridge Polytechnic’s Student Massage Clinic, Community Based Work Experiences, and Open Lab Practice. The candidate will assist students in utilizing practical and technically correct methods to deliver massages effectively and safely while ensuring professional conduct at all times. Administrative duties include maintaining equipment, handling money, and other duties to operation of a massage clinic.
Position Details
- Provide oversite to students in the student massage clinic and labs.
- Supervise students in the Community Based Work Experience opportunities (Off Campus)
- Supervise students in the Lethbridge Polytechnic Student Massage Clinic on weekday, evenings and Saturdays.
- Provide guidance and support to students.
- Complete observation and performance tools and provide constructive feedback.
- Report students to the program Practicum Coordinator.
- Supervise financial transactions and cash reconciliations during the clinic.
- Review electronic client records.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Registered Massage Therapist in good standing with a Provincial Professional Massage Therapy Association.
- Minimum of 2 years full-time massage therapy experience in a clinical setting
- Basic Life Support and Standard First Aid
- Knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology, and Pathology as related to massage.
- Proficiency with completing client assessments and evaluations.
- Knowledge oh rehabilitative massage techniques
- Good understanding of clinic administrative practices
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Communication Skills
Culture of Care
A Culture of Care at Lethbridge Polytechnic embraces a workplace that both protects and empowers employees by creating an environment that promotes psychological, cultural and physical safety. All employees play an important role in building a safe and supportive campus dedicated to learning and growing.
Why choose Lethbridge and Lethbridge Polytechnic
Lethbridge Polytechnic is learner-focused, with an emphasis on experiential and flexible learning experiences and work-integrated learning.
We have a strong connection to our community and the land. We also promote a work environment that supports professional development and employee wellness, including flexible work arrangements and schedules that allow for work-life balance. In addition, we prioritize equity, diversity, and inclusion across all areas of our campus community.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number C26-00485 Open Date 09/25/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Lethbridge Polytechnic is committed to inclusive recruitment practices by providing reasonable access and accommodations to applicants. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact hiringaccommodations@lethpolytech.ca. Private information received in relation to the request will only be used to facilitate the recruitment process and will be kept confidential and shared only as needed with the selection committee.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Letter of Recommendation
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Responsibilities
Supervise and support students in the massage clinic, labs, and off-campus community work experiences, guiding them in safe, effective massage practice and professional conduct. Review client records, assess student performance and provide feedback, oversee clinic financial transactions, and help maintain clinic equipment and operations.
Requirements
Applicants must be a Registered Massage Therapist in good standing with a provincial professional massage therapy association and have at least two years of full-time clinical massage therapy experience. Required qualifications also include Basic Life Support and Standard First Aid, knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and rehabilitative massage techniques, and proficiency in client assessments and clinic administration.
Skills
- Massage Therapy
- Student Supervision
- Student Guidance
- Performance Observation
- Constructive Feedback
- Client Assessment
- Client Evaluation
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Pathology
- Clinic Administration
- Equipment Maintenance
- Cash Handling
- Cash Reconciliation
- Electronic Client Records
- Organization and Time Management
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- Education
- Healthcare
- Administrative
Keywords
- Registered Massage Therapist
- Provincial Professional Massage Therapy Association
- Basic Life Support
- Standard First Aid
- Massage Therapy
- Student Massage Clinic
- Community-Based Work Experience
- Open Lab Practice
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Pathology
- Client Assessments
- Client Evaluations
- Clinic Administration
- Electronic Client Records
- Cash Reconciliation
- Equipment Maintenance
- Student Performance Tools
- Professional Conduct