Instructor, Paramedicine Programs

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The Opportunity

Job classification: S4001 - Instructor

Salary range: $102,963 - $113,332. Placement within the range is typically based upon a review of skills, experience, and internal equity. 

Hours per week: 37.5

Paid leave: 43 days vacation per year

Deadline to apply: 9AM, Monday, November 23

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP) to join SAIT's Life Sciences team as a full-time Instructor supporting our Paramedic programs.

Reporting to the Academic Chair, Life Sciences, you will bring your clinical expertise, professional experience, and enthusiasm for teaching into the classroom, simulation lab, and clinical learning environments. In this role, you will help prepare the next generation of paramedic professionals by delivering engaging, learner-centered experiences that connect theory to real-world practice.

As part of a collaborative instructional team, you will support students throughout their learning journey, contribute to curriculum development and continuous quality improvement initiatives, and help ensure our programs remain aligned with evolving industry standards and professional practice. Instruction may occur in classroom, laboratory, simulation, online, and practicum settings.

We are looking for an educator who is committed to student success, values collaboration and inclusivity, and is excited to contribute to the advancement of paramedic education at SAIT.

Note: SAIT, as a post-secondary institution, serves a diverse student population. Therefore, instructional duties may occasionally be required during early mornings, evenings, and weekends. If selected, specific scheduling arrangements will be discussed between you and the leader.

\nHow you'll contribute

• Deliver high-quality instruction in classroom, laboratory, simulation, online, and practicum environments.
• Develop, review, and revise curriculum, course outlines, and instructional materials.
• Create supplementary learning resources to support student success.
• Assess and evaluate student learning, performance, and competency development.
• Provide academic guidance, coaching, mentorship, and support to learners.
• Support program accreditation activities and requirements.
• Participate in team meetings, program planning, quality assurance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote and support SAIT's values, strategic priorities, and commitment to student success.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What you bring

Qualifications

• Current Advanced Care Paramedic certification and active practice experience is required.
• Minimum 3-5 years of professional experience as an Advanced Care Paramedic.
• Registered, or eligible for registration, with the Alberta College of Paramedics (ACoP).
• Previous teaching, coaching, preceptorship, or instructional experience is an asset.
• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field is considered an asset.

Skills and Attributes

• Passion for teaching, mentoring, and developing future paramedic professionals.
• Strong facilitation and public speaking skills, with the ability to engage diverse learners and adapt to different learning styles.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building abilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to collaboration, professionalism, and student success.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with educational technology and learning management systems is considered an asset.

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We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. We understand how important communication is, and we are committed to following up with every candidate. Please know that each application is thoughtfully reviewed, and you will hear from us either way.

Together, we build bold futures 

At SAIT, we equip you with the resources you need to shape bold futures for yourself and our communities. We offer a comprehensive package including:

• Defined Benefit pension through LAPP to help you retire with confidence

• Free access to our fitness facilities and group fitness classes

• Generous time off to pursue other passions and support your wellbeing

• SAIT paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision benefits so you, and your family, are well supported

• Access to a Health Spending or Taxable Spending Account

• Benefits supporting mental health and access to Greenshield + for virtual therapy at a reduced rate

• Professional development opportunities through our Free Seat Program, tuition support, access to LinkedIn Learning and discounted Continuing Education & Professional Studies courses

• Excellent dining options on campus

And the perks keep on coming!  

About SAIT 

At SAIT, we’re building bold futures. We’re a community of tenacious problem-solvers, inventive thinkers, and passionate collaborators who believe in doing work that matters.

Named one of Alberta’s Top Employers, we’re driven by a desire to create an impact in our community. If you’re looking for a place where purpose meets possibility, you’ve found it here.

We’re committed to community and belonging  

Community and belonging is essential to achieving SAIT's vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about Community and Belonging at SAIT.