Job Details

True North

As the largest post-secondary institution in northern Alberta, Northwestern Polytechnic is a natural point of convergence for knowledge, skills, creativity, and collaboration. Striving to spark and empower success, NWP’s mission is geared towards both individual and collective progress. NWP offers a wide variety of engaging and in-demand academic programs in certificates, diplomas, apprenticeships and degrees.  We exist wholeheartedly for the domestic and international students who call our campuses home, the distinctive communities and industries we serve, and the staff and faculty who honour us with their expertise and insights every day.   While our potential as one of Alberta’s newest polytechnics is ever-growing, we recognize the importance of having authentic and highly effective contributors by our side. We are currently recruiting individuals who are inspired by opportunity, driven by results, and aligned to NWP’s core values of being responsive, innovative, and connected. 

The Department

The Emergency Services Department offers the Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) and Emergency Management Response (EMR) certificate programs and is housed within the state of the art Health Education Centre located inside Grande Prairie Regional Hospital (GPRH). 

The Role

The Emergency Services Department is seeking multiple part-time sessional instructors to support the development, delivery, and maintenance of online content, supervise student placements, and facilitate hands-on lab instruction for the EMR and PCP programs. Successful applicants must be available to attend the NWP Health Education Centre in Grande Prairie, Alberta on the specific dates selected by the candidate at the time of the job offer. This appointment will run from August 15, 2025, to April 15, 2026.

Instructional time—inclusive of lab instruction, placement supervision, and online components—will be available for assignment based on instructor availability and program needs.

Onsite dates per program (Please state in your application which onsite delivery dates you will be available to attend for in-person instruction.  Please note that you do not need to be available to teach all in-person dates below, we can accommodate based on candidate availability. Please state all dates if all are suitable). 

EMR

2025 Fall Term – Sept 15-19 / Oct 20-24 / Nov 3-7 / Nov 24-28 / Dec 8-12

2026 Winter Term – Jan 12-16 / Feb 2-6 / Feb 23-27 / Mar 9-13 / Mar 23-27

PCP

2025 Fall Term – Sept 22-26 / Oct 6-10 / Oct 27-31 / Nov 17-21 / Dec 1-5

2026 Winter Term – Jan 19-23 / Feb 9-13 / Mar 2-6 / Mar 16-20 / Apr 6-10

If you have experience in, or have ever been interested in EMS education and are looking to further explore instructional opportunities, this is a great chance to begin developing your teaching skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.

To learn more about the Academic Staff, please click here: https://www.nwpolytech.ca/departments/asa/ 

What We Offer

Finding your fit in one of our specialized schools or departments means a bright future with competitive compensation, attractive benefits packages, reliable networks, high quality of life, and unparalleled learning community experiences.  If you are looking to transform the post-secondary landscape with polytechnic education, research, and partnerships, Northwestern Polytechnic is your employer of choice.

Job Requirements

We are seeking candidates for the position who hold a Primary Care Paramedic Certificate and who are registered with a current practice permit and in good standing with the Alberta College of Paramedics.  Additionally, candidates must have at least two years of full-time experience in paramedic practice, and previous experience in EMS education is highly desired. Holding an Advanced Care Paramedic Diploma will be considered an asset, but is not a requirement for the position.

Ideal candidates will embody professionalism and possess a positive attitude towards education. They should demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively engage with students. Candidates should be capable of working both independently and collaboratively with colleagues and exhibit self-direction and motivation. 

Successful candidates will have the ability to provide guidance and direction to others, as well as demonstrate creativity in problem-solving. A strong awareness of the goals and vision of Northwestern Polytechnic and EMS education is essential.  

Candidates would ideally possess the following: 

• Basic Cardiac Life Support instructor 
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support instructor 
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support instructor 
• International Trauma Life Support instructor  
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program instructor  
• First Responder Mental Health instructor  
• Development and delivery of Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCE)
• Operating High-fidelity manikins and scenario development
• Operating simulation management systems 
• Proficient with learning management systems and online instruction 
• Proficient in all aspects of Microsoft Office, Zoom, Teams, and Outlook  

Candidates selected for an interview must provide their registration practice permit and all relevant certificates. The interview process will include a panel questioning session and a "teaching" segment. During this teaching session, candidates will be required to deliver a concise visual presentation on an EMS skill, to be revealed upon contact for an interview, and the presentation should be supported by documentation or handouts that would typically be provided to students.  All supplies will be provided for the demonstration, and all candidates will be expected to demonstrate the EMS skill during the interview. Following the demonstration, candidates should be prepared to respond to questions related to the showcased skill. 

Final candidates for this position will be asked to undergo a security screening. 

How to Apply 

Only applications received electronically will be considered.

Upon submission of CVs, please also include:

• a cover letter;
• reference list;
• a copy of unofficial academic transcripts;
• proof of credentials, certificates, and
• a teaching philosophy statement

To apply, go to http://www.nwpolytech.ca/careers and select the job posting. All job postings close at 11:59pm on the specified posting date. Please note that there is a maximum amount of attachments. Please consolidate attachments into one document before uploading if attaching more than the maximum allowed.

We review all applications to select candidates whose qualifications and experience most closely meet our needs.

Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. For general inquiries, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@nwpolytech.ca.