Teacher Development and Support Coordinator - Grande Prairie

Job Info

- Job Identification 4203
- Job Category Administrative Support
- Posting Date 07/30/2026, 03:39 PM
- Apply Before 08/13/2026, 05:55 AM
- Job Schedule Full time
- Grade 9
- Category Type Support Staff
- Position Type Support Staff - Regular
- College/Administrative Portfolio College of Health Sciences
- Annual Salary Range $65,611.20 to $89,940.12

About the Job

This competition is open to all applicants; however, internal candidates and applicants who were former employees of the University of Alberta will be given priority consideration before external candidates. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status.

Location - This role is in-person at the Grande Prairie Northwestern Polytechnic Health Education Centre.

This is a full-time administrative position that is based in Grande Prairie at the Northwestern Polytechnic Health Education Centre, located in the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital. The incumbent will join a dedicated team responsible for the comprehensive delivery of the four-year MD curriculum within the Northern Alberta Medical Program (NAMP).

The NAMP offers learners the opportunity to gain hands-on clinical experience across diverse northern Alberta communities, emphasizing rural and regional healthcare. The Teacher Development and Support Coordinator works both independently and collaboratively to achieve the success of the Northern Alberta Medical Program and the fulfillment of mutual goals for students and teachers.

Under the guidance and supervision of the Team Lead Curriculum, the Teacher Development and Support Coordinator is a member of the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, Northern Alberta Medical Program's administrative team. This position will work with the Teacher Support Lead with NAMP, as well as the related teams in Edmonton at the MD Program office.

Responsibilities

- Lead Instructor Recruitment & Onboarding: Develop and implement a comprehensive global recruitment process for new NAMP instructors and clinical preceptors, serving as the primary point of contact to ensure effective onboarding and that all faculty have the necessary appointments and resources.
- Strategic Resource Planning: Collaborate with the Curriculum Team to execute annual mapping exercises, identifying teaching gaps across the MD program and proactively planning educator resources to mitigate future staffing needs.
- Faculty Development & Coaching:



Organize professional development events and workshops, acting as a facilitator resource to help instructors build confidence and improve their teaching strategies.
- Quality Improvement & Feedback: Work with Teaching Quality Coordinators to develop processes for collecting and sharing feedback with instructors, delivering individualized, actionable insights to advance educational excellence.
- Recognition & Engagement: Develop and maintain a strategy to appropriately recognize teaching contributions, including coordinating teacher appreciation events and recognition initiatives.
- Administrative & Committee Support: Provide core administrative support for the NAMP Teacher Support lead and any relevant committees.

Qualifications

- A post-secondary degree in Education is required, though an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Demonstrated proficiency and advanced knowledge in educational methodology, instructional facilitation, and pedagogical frameworks.
- More than 3 years of administrative experience within a medical or academic setting is highly desirable.
- Capacity to work highly effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Requires exceptional written and verbal communication, adaptability in complex environments, strong multitasking and decision-making abilities, team-based collaboration, advanced time management, and event planning skills.
- High proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Workspace, and specialized systems like Cally, assess.med, and exam.med, with the ability to quickly master new software.

This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

The Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry is one of the world's top academic health science centres. With 21 departments, multiple research institutes and centres, and a focus on excellence in education, research, and clinical care,



the faculty trains outstanding medical and dental professionals and drives global health innovation in collaboration with partners across sectors.

About University of Alberta

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more .

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms-physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and secure to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Teacher Development and Support Coordinator - Grande Prairie
🏢 The University of Alberta
📍 Grande Prairie