Transition from Clinic to Classroom—Shape BC's Next Generation of Health Care Aids
Are you an RN, LPN, or RPN looking for a stable, meaningful career shift? Elevare Career Institute is hiring dedicated nursing educators to teach, mentor, and inspire the next wave of Health Care Aids (HCA) entering BC's healthcare system. This is a full-time, predictable teaching role with no shifts, no on-call, and genuine community impact.
Why This Role
Stability You Won't Find in Clinical Work
- Fixed schedule: no weekends, or on-call rotations
- Predictable work-life balance while remaining in healthcare
- Reduced burnout: meaningful teaching work without the physical and emotional toll
- No 12-hour shifts or physical strain (lifting, standing all day)
- Easy planning of personal time to pursue your own growth and interests
Teaching Support from Day One
- Comprehensive curriculum and detailed lesson plans—you're not building from scratch
- Collaborative team environment with experienced educators
Make Real Impact
- Directly shape confident, compassionate HCAs who'll serve BC communities
- Work with engaged adult learners in a growth-focused environment
- Build meaningful relationships with students and colleagues
Modern Work Environment
- Newly renovated teaching spaces in beautiful Kelowna
- Modern labs and equipment for hands-on learning
- Friendly, professional team that values collaboration
- Strong administrative support so you focus on teaching
What You'll Do
- Teach approximately 40 hours per week in the HCA program, blending classroom theory and hands-on lab skills
- Deliver lessons using established curriculum in collaboration with the Program Coordinator
- Support student learning by explaining concepts, providing constructive feedback, and offering guidance
- Supervise students during clinical placements at local care facilities in the Kelowna area
- Communicate with placement supervisors to monitor student performance and address concerns
- Participate in occasional team meetings and contribute to ongoing program improvement
What We Need From You
Required (Non-negotiable—set by BCCACHWR)
- Current unrestricted full registration as an RN, LPN, or RPN with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)
- Minimum 2 years full-time Canadian nursing experience (at least 2,800 hours)
- Strong knowledge of Canadian healthcare and genuine passion for working with older adults and in community care settings
- Proven ability to teach adult learners. e.g. team lead or supervising/mentoring experience (Provincial Instructor Diploma or equivalent experience is an asset)
Preferred
- Strong organizational, leadership, mentoring, and communication skills
What We Offer
- Competitive salary: based on qualifications and experience
- Full benefits: Extended health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Professional development: Ongoing instructor training and curriculum development opportunities
- Work-life balance: Predictable schedule
- Community: Collaborative team and mentorship from experienced educators
How to Apply
If you're a nurse ready to transition into meaningful teaching work, we'd love to hear from you.
Submit through Indeed:
- Current resume
- Brief cover letter (1–2 paragraphs) describing your nursing background, any teaching, mentorship, or training experience, etc.
About Elevare Career Institute
We're a private healthcare career college on a mission to empower people and transform lives through accessible, high-quality training. From our modern campus in Kelowna, we equip students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed as Healthcare Assistants—a critical and growing role in BC's healthcare system.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $38.00-$45.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Experience:
- Nursing: 2 years (required)
- Training & development: 1 year (preferred)
Location:
Work Location: In person
