Teaching Assistant, School of Nursing
Job ID: #GEN-23-11
Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Department: School of Nursing
Campus: Thunder Bay, ON
Status: Part Time, Contract
Date Posted: November 2, 2023
Closing Date: November 7, 2023
Why Lakehead University?
Thunder Bay is one of Canada’s top emerging cities. Here you will find a mix of modern city living and the best of nature – all on your doorstep. Thunder Bay provides small city affordability, big city opportunities and the bonus of a superior lifestyle. When it comes to location, nature and cost of living, Thunder Bay is one of the best places to live in Canada. For more on the vibrant city of Thunder Bay, visit thunderbay.ca.
At Lakehead University we challenge the conventional to provide a university experience that’s far from ordinary. Your unique ideas will be respected and encouraged. Join our thriving academic community where you can make a real difference through innovation and collaboration.
Lakehead is a comprehensive University with a reputation for innovative programs and cutting-edge research. In 2022, for the third year in a row, Lakehead University was included in the top 100 of the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings. Lakehead is the highest ranked university in the world with under 10,000 students. Maclean’s has once again included Lakehead University among Canada’s top 10 primarily undergraduate universities in the magazine’s 2023 University Rankings.
Job Duties
Meet regularly with the faculty/instructor (and students as required) about grades, course content, and/or other course related matters including providing accessible course content in a different format; assist in the evaluation of student work, using criteria established by the supervising faculty/instructor; work with faculty and other academic staff in support of the University’s educational goals and
objectives; participate in the provision of a safe and secure environment for all members of the University community and its facilities. Activities related to this role include supporting undergraduate nursing course related activities and demonstrating nursing knowledge and skills in classroom or lab settings, tutoring, creating and providing accessible course materials, and course evaluation activities (e.g., quizzes, tests, assignments, exams, etc.)
Qualifications
The ideal candidate should have: a graduate degree in a health profession or an undergraduate degree and be currently enrolled in a relevant graduate program; a demonstrated understanding of pedagogy (e.g., course preparation, teaching methods, evaluations standards, etc.), English as a Second Language training is considered an asset; strong organizational, interpersonal, and oral and written
communication skills; sound knowledge of, and commitment to, healthy and safe work practices; previous teaching assistance experience at the post-secondary level.
Terms of Employment
Teaching Assistants are hired annually on a per-course basis with fixed-term annual contracts renewable to a maximum of 3 years.
$38.91 per hour 6% in lieu of benefits plus vacation pay, as applicable, per the provisions of the Employment Standards Act.
How to Apply
Applications should include: a letter of intent stating the candidate’s interests in the areas of teaching assistance by identifying specific relevant areas of expertise; a curriculum vitae and the names and contact information of three references. Please upload all application documents in PDF format.
The review of applications will begin on November 7, 2023 at 8:30am and will continue until the positions are filled.
Contact: Audrey Drebit, Administrative Assistant
Lakehead University, School of Nursing
Email: adminasst.nurs@lakeheadu.ca
We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.
Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements