VOA Instructor (Term)
COMPETITION NUMBER: 1422
CLOSING DATE: September 26, 2025 11:59 PM MDT
NorQuesters are difference makers and we’re searching for someone dedicated to making a difference! We are looking for a term instructor to join our Health Administration and Technology team at our downtown campus in our Veterinary Office Assistant (VOA) program. This program teaches skills in veterinary office administration.
As a NorQuest Instructor, you will facilitate learning in a variety of modalities, and this will require the use of technology to deliver engaging learner experiences. Instructors help our learners acquire the knowledge, skills and attitude to be successful in their chosen career. You will need to possess excellent organizational and communication skills and have a passion for providing instruction and feedback that allows our students to apply skills in a safe and inclusive environment.
Our students come to us with the goals of improving their lives and the lives of those around them. Take a step forward with us: Join us and help them achieve their goals.
We have one full time, 6.5 month-term instructor position available at our downtown campus. Instructors will need to teach courses in the Veterinary Office Assistant program and other programs. Instructors must be available to teach classes Monday to Friday, during the day, at our downtown campus.
HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Applicants should have a strong background in a veterinary discipline, working with groups, managing a classroom, and creating engaging and dynamic lessons, utilizing a variety of teaching methods.
Courses for the teaching assignment include:
- Veterinary Office Procedures
- Computer Applications for Veterinary Office Assistants
- Introduction to Communications
Preference will be given to applicants who can teach a variety of courses.
WHAT YOU BRING
- At least two years of recent experience working in the veterinary industry.
- Active membership/registration with a veterinary association (e.g. RVT, DVM)
- Previous teaching experience
- Bachelors Degree in a related discipline is considered an asset.
- Proficiency in using technology; demonstrated experience teaching using Moodle and/or Blackboard Ultra would be a benefit.
WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?
As a difference maker you bring:
- Dependable, team player
- Curiosity, innovation and the willingness to try something new and find ways forward.
- Compassion, honesty and a collaborative approach.
SALARY: Reflective upon what you bring. AKA your education and experience. This is a Faculty role, and the pay range is quite large, check out the Faculty Collective Agreement Appendix A to better understand how pay is determined.
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 recommended 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 Careers@norquest.ca.
Apply to Become a NorQuester: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.
PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.