Opportunities

Salary Information

Salary will be determined in accordance with the Faculty Collective Agreement, based on the candidate's education and experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Instructional Assistant will play a key role in supporting both students and faculty within the Office Administration programs at College of the North Atlantic's Prince Philip Drive campus: 

• Instructional support: support faculty by helping plan and deliver lessons, and demonstrate key skills and tasks for the program, such as document production, computerized accounting, records management, and other relevant computer applications
• Classroom and lab assistance: assist students in classrooms and computer labs by providing guidance, clarifying instructions, and helping them complete assignments successfully.
• Assessment and feedback: help faculty monitor student progress, give feedback, identify students needing extra support, and keep accurate records of performance and participation.
• Student engagement and guidance: guide students by modeling professional behavior, encouraging participation, and supporting independent problem-solving.
• Learning environment: help create a safe and inclusive learning environment, support diverse learning needs, and respond to student questions professionally and patiently.
• Administrative support: perform administrative tasks such as preparing materials, managing course resources, and supporting faculty with documentation.
• Collaboration: work with faculty and staff to improve the program, support curriculum delivery, and maintain high-quality, student-focused instruction.
  
  

Screening Criteria

• A Diploma in Office Administration (equivalencies will be considered).
• Recent, relevant work experience in an office environment. 

Assessment Criteria

• Knowledge of the office administration field.
• Knowledge of current software, including the MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of classroom management and instructional techniques being used in a teaching and learning environment.
• Dedication to high-quality teaching and fostering a positive, supportive learning experience for students.
• Ability to exchange information effectively.
• Problem-solving skills with an ability to consider and respond appropriately to the needs of students.
• Ability to manage time and tasks effectively.
• Professionalism.
• Relationship building skills.
  
  

Conditions of Offer

• When requested by the Employer, a recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct must be provided. 
• Verification of credentials and applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position. 
  • Credentials obtained outside of Canada will require an evaluation to determine their Canadian educational equivalency. This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position. 

Conditions of Acceptance

• Acknowledges the requirement for maintaining applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position. 

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) recognizes the importance of and is committed to offering flexible work arrangements to its employees. The successful applicant may qualify for a telework arrangement within the province, subject to eligibility criteria. Where appropriate, consideration may be given to a primarily remote, hybrid, or ad-hoc arrangement. However, as a place-based organization, candidates are expected to report to the specified work location identified in this job posting, as all positions will involve some degree of on-site work, unless otherwise indicated. 

Applicant Information

• This position is located at Prince Philip Drive Campus.
• Applications must be submitted online through https://www.cna.nl.ca/careers/opportunities on or before the closing date stated for this job posting.
• It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit an application that demonstrates the required screening criteria. Applications that do not clearly and effectively demonstrate the required criteria will be screened out of the competition. 
• Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Applicants who elect to include a cover letter (optional) must upload cover letter and resumé as a combined document (PDF). Resumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
• Information submitted as part of the application process must be clear, factual, and current to date of submission and is subject to verification. 
• Applicants will be notified of their status throughout each stage of the recruitment process.
• An offer of employment is conditional upon the satisfactory completion and review of all pre-employment requirements by the College.
• The results from this competition may be used to fill similar vacancies.

Closing Statement

For more information about this job opportunity or should you require an accommodation as part of this recruitment and selection process, please contact Diane Grandy, Selection Board Chair, by email at diane.grandy@cna.nl.ca.

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) strives to create an organizational culture that welcomes and amplifies diverse perspectives, nurtures belonging and actively seeks to eliminate barriers to equity. We invite all interested individuals to apply, and as part of our shared commitment to the advancement of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as a true reflection of CNA's core values (Excellence, Integrity, Diversity, Respect and Transparency), we encourage applications from equity-seeking groups including, but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, those who identify as women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

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