The Opportunity
Keyano College’s Health & Human Services - Paramedicine Department is currently seeking experienced Paramedicine Instructors to teach in our Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) and Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP) Diploma Programs with an anticipatory start date in August 2026. Reporting to the Associate Dean of Human Services, successful candidates will have a passion for teaching and paramedicine, strong communication skills and a desire to support students to be successful. This role is responsible for all aspects of the teaching portfolio including course preparation, online/face-to-face instruction, summative and formative assessments and evaluation of students, and supervision of students in clinical placements. In addition, the instructor will assist the Program Chair and/or the Associate Dean with various components of the program including preparation for accreditation and reporting. Other duties may also be assigned.
Note: this is not a remote or hybrid work opportunity, you will be required to work on campus and relocate to Fort McMurray, AB.
About Us
Keyano College is a comprehensive post-secondary educational institution located in Fort McMurray, nested in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo on traditional Treaty 8 territory. We are a strategic community partner that meets both the training and talent upgrading needs of industry, as well as the personal enrichment and cultural needs of the Wood Buffalo community. We take pride in offering a safe work and study environment that embraces Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging. Our students and customers come from all walks of life and so do we. That is why we are committed to hiring great people from a variety of backgrounds because it makes our employee community stronger.
Duties & Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be required to:
- Instruct courses, in the Primary Care Paramedic and Advanced Care Paramedic programs.
- Maintain office hours and student mentorship/engagement.
- Foster student development in a manner that supports students to be prepared to meet professional practice expectations.
- Perform field supervision and practicum support.
- Engage with community partners and agencies.
- Maintain professional competence and knowledge of subject matter.
- Maintain a working knowledge of professional practice standards, code of ethics, legislation, regulations and practice guidelines.
- Participate in program and curriculum development.
- Maintain and manage paramedicine supplies, equipment, simulators, and lab organization/cleanliness.
- Contribute to peer mentorship, teamwork, and orientation of sessional/contract instructors.
Qualifications
- An Advanced Care Paramedic Diploma and relevant Bachelors degree is required. Preference will be given to applicants with additional BLS, ACLS, PALS, ITLS, and NRP certification/instructor status.
- Minimum three years direct ACP field experience.
- Minimum three years teaching experience in a post-secondary setting is preferred.
- Current, unrestricted registration as an Advanced Care Paramedic with the Alberta College of Paramedics, and a member in good standing.
- Solid knowledge of the Alberta College of Paramedics professional practice standards.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
- Able to lead, coach, and problem solve in educational or practicum settings.
- Experience with high-fidelity simulation equipment and running skills scenarios or interprofessional education scenarios is preferred.
- A dependable and resourceful team member with a proven track record of managing multiple priorities.
Please note that if your education was received internationally, upon hire we will require you to provide an international education assessment completed through WES, IQAS or one of the other IRCC approved designated organization.
Compensation and Benefits
What we offer
- We offer an attractive competitive compensation based on your experience.
- Employer paid comprehensive health and dental benefits, including a health spending account.
- Defined Benefit pension plan (LAPP) - one of the best in Canada.
- This position qualifies for additional payment of the Northern Living Allowance of $1,040.00 per month (This allowance is reviewed annually and is subject to budget approval).
- Professional training and development funding is provided annually.
- Generous vacation entitlement and the bonus of paid holidays between Christmas and New Years.
- Paid sick days.
We offer various perks and discounts to our employees:
- Employee Service and Academic Achievement recognition awards annually.
- Greatly discounted employee membership to the Syncrude Sports and Wellness Centre (our gym and recreational facility).
- Tuition waiver for all employees and dependents to take courses at Keyano College to support your thirst for learning.
- Employee Discounts for the Keyano Theatre and the Keynotes Bookstore.
- Various other perks and discounts for cell phone plans, insurance, hotels, car rentals, stores etc.
Additional Information
At Keyano College, we are committed to fostering an equitable, caring and resilient environment where everyone feels valued and connected to the common goal and the college community. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage candidates who will contribute to the diversity of the College to apply.
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue through the selection process will be contacted.
