CSW Instructor - Mental Health

Job summary

The instructor will facilitate and deliver curriculum for the Community Support Worker program, focusing on mental health and child development. They are responsible for assessing student progress, maintaining records, and fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Job details

Discovery Community College offers a truly close-knit team of people who are passionate about changing lives. As a member of this team, you will Discover all the best of Community, in both work and life. Discovery Community College is committed to academic excellence and fostering a dynamic learning environment. We are seeking an on-site CSW Instructor Specializing in Education Assistants & Mental Health to support our Community Support worker - Educational Assistant program, primarily focused on Communication, Child Development, Mental Health and Life Span Development. As Discovery Community College offers regular student intakes across its programs, there are ongoing opportunities for instructors seeking continued employment with future cohorts. About the Role: The CSW Instructor will facilitate and deliver curriculum to students enrolled in the Community Support worker - Educational Assistant & Mental Health program. This position will require dynamic online teaching, effective communication, and the ability to support diverse learners. This part time on-site role and has the potential to lead to future instructional opportunities, advancing your career in education. Start date - December 01, 2026 End date - March 11, 2027 - subject to change Weekly Schedule: Tuesday to Friday : 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM Rate Range: $ 31 to $33 CAD Key Responsibilities: Deliver engaging and interactive online instruction based on established curriculum. Create a supportive and inclusive online learning environment. Assess student progress through assignments, discussions, and assessments. Provide timely and constructive feedback to learners. Maintain student attendance, grading, and records as per institutional policies. Collaborate with faculty and staff to ensure program alignment and student success. Stay current with trends and best practices in education and online learning. Qualifications: Diploma or degree in Education, Special Education, Educational Assistant, or Education focused of Communication, Child Development, Mental Health and Life Span Development. Minimum 2–3 years of experience as an Educational Assistant or in a K–12 support role. Experience teaching or facilitating online learning is strongly preferred. Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Proficient with online teaching tools such as Microsoft Teams. TESL or ESL experience is an asset. Diversity and Inclusion: Discover Community College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment. We celebrate the unique contributions of individuals from all backgrounds and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented communities. Discovery Community College values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. It’s your time – make the change today!

What you’ll do

The instructor will facilitate and deliver curriculum for the Community Support Worker program, focusing on mental health and child development. They are responsible for assessing student progress, maintaining records, and fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a diploma or degree in Education or a related field and possess 2-3 years of experience in an educational assistant or K-12 support role. Proficiency in online teaching tools like Microsoft Teams is required.

Listed skills

• Microsoft Teams · Preferred
• Mental Health Support · Preferred
• record keeping · Preferred
• Classroom management · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Instruction
• Curriculum delivery
• Mental health support
• Child development
• Communication
• Life span development
• Student assessment
• Microsoft Teams
• Educational assistance
• Classroom management
• Inclusive education
• Record keeping
• Grading
• Special Education
• Online Teaching
• Constructive Feedback
• Effective Communication
• Diverse Learners
• Teaching
• Mental Health
• Child Development
• Interpersonal Communications
• Teaching English As A Second Language

Job areas

• Education
• Social Services
• Healthcare
• Mental Health Nurse
• Graduate Teaching Assistant
• University and Higher Education Teachers
• Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary