Online Theory Course Instructor- Optician Diploma Program

Job summary

The instructor will deliver synchronous online theory courses for the Optician Diploma Program, including professional practice and foundations of optics. They are responsible for educating students, maintaining high academic standards, and fostering a positive learning environment.

Job details

Stenberg College is currently seeking a Licensed Optician who can serve as a part-time Online Theory Instructor in our Optician Diploma (OPD) Program! This position is an exciting role that will allow you to work within our team to help educate future Opticians across Canada. We are an industry leader with an excellent reputation amongst health care and human service professionals. We take pride in everything we do and truly care about the success of our students. About the Role: * Employment Type: Part-Time, Contract * Location: Online * Course Title and Start Date: * DOPD120: Professional Practice & Office Procedures (November 2 – 3, 2026) * DOPD130: Foundations of Optics (November 9 – 27, 2026) with option of additional future contracts * Course Delivery Schedule: The schedule will be typical 25 hours per week. Synchronous sessions are delivered Monday to Friday from 9am-12pm. The exact schedule can be discussed during the interview. * Compensation: $40 - $45/hr. Who You Are: * Comfortable teaching online courses * Completion of an accredited Optician program * A Licensed and Practicing Optician with a minimum of two years’ experience in; ➢ Eyeglass Dispensing ➢ Contact Lens Fitting * Automated Refraction an asset * Intermediate computer skills (Email, Internet search and navigation, Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint) * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Extensive organizational experience * Demonstrates confidence, positivity, and a strong work ethic * Experience in Edging would be an asset * Experience in fitting gas permeable lenses an asset * Understands guidelines set out by COBC * Passionate about investing in students and the Opticianry industry * Completion of Adult Learning Certification is preferred. * Accountability * Professionalism * Strategic thinker * Excellent team player Our Core Values We are guided by values that shape everything we do: * Connectedness and Inclusivity * Collaboration and Innovation * Accountability and Integrity * Adaptability and Responsiveness Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Stenberg College is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment where all individuals can thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including Indigenous Peoples, People of Color (BIPOC), LGBTQ2S+ individuals, people with disabilities, and others who may face barriers. We believe that diversity strengthens our team, encourages innovation, and fosters a more compassionate workplace. Interested? Then we want to hear from you! To learn more about us, please visit stenbergcollege.com [http://www.stenbergcollege.com/]

What you’ll do

The instructor will deliver synchronous online theory courses for the Optician Diploma Program, including professional practice and foundations of optics. They are responsible for educating students, maintaining high academic standards, and fostering a positive learning environment.

Requirements

Candidates must be a licensed and practicing optician with at least two years of experience in eyeglass dispensing and contact lens fitting. Completion of an accredited optician program is required, and an adult learning certification is preferred.

Listed skills

• Microsoft Word · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Opticianry
• Eyeglass Dispensing
• Contact Lens Fitting
• Online Teaching
• Adult Learning
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Communication
• Organizational Skills
• Automated Refraction
• Edging
• Gas Permeable Lens Fitting
• Professionalism
• Accountability
• Positivity
• Strong Work Ethic
• Compassion
• Adaptability
• Adult Education
• Computer Literacy
• Innovation
• Office Procedures
• Verbal Communication Skills

Job areas

• Education
• Healthcare
• Online Instructor
• Optician
• Optometrists and Ophthalmic Opticians
• Opticians, Dispensing

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