Instructor - Disability Support Worker - Continuing Education Contract (PERS 103 - Basic Care Skills)

Contract position: September 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027. Rate: $60 per hour. Hours vary based on student enrolment (3 hrs per student).

About the role

Instructor for the Continuing Education course PERS 103 – Basic Care Skills. Courses run subject to student enrolment; additional dates may be required. Each offering includes a mandatory in-person lab (dates TBA). Available offerings:

• September 28 – December 18, 2026
• January 18 – April 9, 2027

Responsibilities

• Verify course content and links, updating resources as necessary.
• Evaluate and record student progress using assessments, assignments, and observations in accordance with program and institute guidelines.
• Adapt instructional methodologies to support a blended learning experience and respond to learner needs.
• Provide evaluation, assessment, and feedback to students on the required learning platform (Brightspace).
• Work cooperatively in an interdependent team environment.
• Follow policies and procedures adopted by Saskatchewan Polytechnic.

Requirements

• Diploma in nursing or practical nursing.
• Two years of recent and relevant work experience providing services to individuals with varying abilities.
• Able to function as a team member in an ever-changing environment.
• Demonstrated competence and recent experience using the internet, email, MS Office Suite, and the ability to learn and adapt to changing technology.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Effective instructional ability.
• Demonstrates valuing diversity.