Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the “Western Experience” – an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.
About Us
The Faculty of Health Sciences is a large, diverse, and comprehensive unit, comprised of six Schools (Nursing, Kinesiology, Health Studies, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Communication Sciences and Disorders), a large Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, and four Research Centres. The Faculty has more than 3,200 undergraduate students and more than 800 graduate students (200 PhD students).
The Canadian Centre for Activity and Aging (CCAA) was established in 1989 as a research and community centre, affiliated with the Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph’s Health Centre and the Faculties of Kinesiology and of Medicine and Dentistry at Western. Shortly after its establishment the Centre received a federal grant to develop exercise and leadership programs for older adults.
Responsibilities
Note: It is expected that this position will be filled internally by reappointment.
Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Course Educator Support is responsible for leading and delivering leadership courses for the CCAA. The incumbent will also assist in course curriculum review, content development and oversee interactive fitness classes delivered through the CCAA. The Course Educator Support will work closely and support undergraduate and graduate students during clinical placement activities.
Key Responsibilities:
Supports the creation, revision, delivery and upkeep of CCAA leadership courses as needed.
Evaluates, reviews and grades assignments and requirements for participants who are working towards the Senior Fitness Instructor Course (SFIC) certification and/or renewal process.
Oversees the coordination and quality control of fitness classes online and in-person delivered through the CCAA
Ability to use Zoom video conferencing application to generate and share meeting links with participants.
Coordinates with students to develop a safe virtual environment for the delivery of leadership courses and fitness classes.
Works toward fulfillment of participant goals as outlined on the SFIC Standards.
Attends educational in-services that are deemed appropriate by the CCAA.
Reports any situations that are deemed inappropriate to the CCAA.
Ensures all incidents are reported in a timely manner in accordance with legislation and Western’s policies and procedures.
Functions and reports in compliance with the Western’s and CCAA policies and procedures.
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Why Western?
Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth. Within our beautiful campus, you are part of a progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance including access to our state-of-the-art recreation centre. Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success!
Applying at Western
To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application. In addition, you can choose to supplement your application with a cover letter and current resume.
Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.
Western Values Diversity
The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or phone 519-661-2194.
Please Note:
Effective September 7, 2021, all employees and visitors to campus are required to comply with Western’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
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