Norquest College

 

FACULTY OF BUSINESS, ARTS & SCIENCE

NorQuesters are difference makers and we're searching for someone dedicated to making a difference!  We are looking for a term instructor (Cover Off) for our Health Administration and Technology team at our downtown campus to teach in our Dental Office Assistant (DOA) program.  This program teaches skills in dental office administration. 
As a NorQuest Instructor, you will facilitate learning in a variety of modalities, and this will require the use of technology to deliver engaging learner experiences.  Instructors help our learners acquire the skills, knowledge and attitude to be successful in their chosen career. You will need to possess excellent organizational and communication skills and have a passion for providing instruction and feedback that allows our students to apply skills in a safe and inclusive environment. 
Our students come to us with the goals of improving their lives and the lives of those around them. Take a step forward with us:  Join us and help them achieve their goals. 

 

 

We have one full-time, term instructor position available at our downtown campus. This position is a cover off position from August 2026 until January 2027 with the possibility of extension.  Instructors will need to teach courses in the Dental Office Assistant program and other programs. Instructors must be available to teach classes Monday to Friday, during the day, at our downtown campus as well as online.

Applicants should have a strong background in dental administration, working with groups, managing a classroom, and creating engaging and dynamic lessons, utilizing a variety of teaching methods.  

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

 

• Deliver instruction in Dental Office Procedures, Computer Applications for Dental Office Professionals, Dental Terminology, and other courses within the Office Assistant and Unit Clerk programs as required.
• Plan and develop instructional materials and learning activities aligned with course learning outcomes.
• Create engaging and dynamic lessons utilizing a variety of teaching methods to support diverse adult learners.
• Foster a supportive, inclusive, and respectful learning environment that promotes student success.
• Leverage educational technology and learning tools to enhance learning experience.
• Assess, monitor, and evaluate student performance and provide timely formative and summative feedback.
• Support student success by identifying learning challenges, communicating progress concerns, and developing learner improvement plans as needed.
• Maintain positive relationships with students, colleagues, and other stakeholders while upholding professional responsibilities and teaching excellence.

Courses for the teaching assignment include: 

• Dental Office Procedures 
• Computer Applications for Dental Office Professionals 
• Dental Terminology 
• Other courses in the Office Assistant and Unit Clerk programs as required 

Preference will be given to applicants who can teach a variety of courses. 

WHAT YOU BRING

• At least two years of recent experience working in the dental industry preferably in an administrative role 
• At least three years of teaching experience
• Proficiency in using technology; demonstrated experience teaching using Moodle and/or Kaltura would be a benefit
• Active membership/registration with a dental association (e.g. RDH, RDA) is considered an asset
• Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline is considered an asset 
  

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?
As a difference maker you bring:

• The ability to communicate clearly and professionally through exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• A collaborative mindset that fosters teamwork, partnership, and shared success
• A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism, and supporting the success of diverse learners
• Experience building and sustaining respectful, supportive, and inclusive learning and professional environments
• A flexible and innovative approach, with a willingness to embrace new ideas and continuously improve practices
• A positive, solutions-focused mindset that effectively addresses challenges and identifies opportunities for growth
• A strong learner-centered philosophy, applying diverse instructional strategies to engage, motivate, and support learners
• Proficiency in leveraging a variety of technologies to enhance the learner experience, improve outcomes, and solve problems creatively

SALARY:Reflective upon what you bring AKA your education and experience. This role falls under the NorQuest College Faculty Association. Please reference the NorQuest College Collective Agreement Appendix A to better understand how pay is determined. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures.