Job Description

Western Community College is a privately held provider of post-secondary education in British Columbia, offering a Bachelor of Hospitality Management degree program and more than 67 career training diploma and certificate programs in the fields of business, accounting, healthcare, education, hospitality, information technology, legal studies, and warehousing, using industry-based, market-driven curricula. We provide a dynamic, cooperative, and engaging learning environment to our students with a very high standard of community-driven post-secondary education.

Western Community College has been a pioneer in offering various healthcare programs. WCC invites applications from eligible and experienced candidates for the position of Instructor for the Medical Laboratory Assistant Program.

Position Overview - MLA Instructor

WCC is seeking qualified and experienced Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) Instructors for our Surrey and Abbotsford campuses.

The successful candidates will deliver high-quality instruction, support student learning and academic progress, and help students develop the knowledge and practical skills required to succeed in the Medical Laboratory Assistant field.

We are looking for instructors who are passionate about teaching, committed to student success, and able to bring current industry knowledge and practical experience into the classroom and laboratory.

Position 1: MLA Instructor - Surrey Campus

- Work Location: Surrey Campus, British Columbia (In-person)
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
- Hours: Up to 5 hours per day / 25 hours per week
- Start Date: October 26, 2026
- Position Type: Part-time

Position 2: MLA Instructor – Abbotsford Campus

- Work Location: Abbotsford Campus, British Columbia (In-person)
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Hours: Up to 5.5 hours per day / 27.5 hours per week
- Initial Contract Period: October 28, 2026
- Position Type: Part-time

Responsibilities





- Deliver engaging, student-centered instruction covering the theoretical and practical components of the MLA program.
- Develop and deliver curriculum aligned with applicable BCSLS competencies and industry standards.
- Assess student learning, provide constructive feedback, and support students in achieving their academic and practical learning outcomes.
- Maintain accurate attendance, assessment, and student records.
- Create a professional, respectful, inclusive, and supportive classroom and laboratory environment.
- Collaborate with academic and administrative teams to support student success and program quality.
- Stay current with developments and best practices in the medical laboratory field.
- Contribute to curriculum development, continuous improvement, and other academic initiatives as required.
- Perform other instructional and program-related duties as required.

Qualifications

- Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) with a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience.
- Previous teaching, training, or instructional experience in the medical laboratory field is preferred.
- For the teaching laboratory component, the required qualification is Certified Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT).

What We Offer

- Part-time teaching opportunities with potential for continued engagement based on program needs and enrollment.
- Opportunities to contribute to the education and development of future healthcare professionals.
- Supportive and collaborative academic environment.
- Extended health care
- Dental care
- Vision care

Work Location

Two positions are available (both are in person):

- 1 position – Surrey Campus
- 1 position – Abbotsford Campus

Pay: $30.00-$34.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Application question(s):

- What is your current status/authorization to work in Canada?
- Which campus are you applying to work at?

Experience:

- MLA: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Medical Lab Assistant Instructor (Surrey)
🏢 Western Community College
📍 Surrey