Adult Upgrading Instructor (26:189)

Northern Lights College; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 66,000 - 78,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

College Pension Plan

Employer-matched contributions

In lieu of benefits (2%)

Vacation pay (6%)

Statutory holiday pay (4.2%)

Job summary

Northern Lights College is seeking an instructor for the Adult Upgrading program in Dawson Creek. This temporary, part-time role will deliver study blocks across English, Computer Studies, Science, and Essential Skills for Trades, with classes Monday to Thursday from 10:15am to 1:10pm.

The successful candidate will join a supportive team, hold a relevant bachelor's degree, and demonstrate strong communication and motivation to student success. Temporary benefits and pension options apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Education or related).
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Intermediate proficiency with a current version of Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to student motivation and success.
• Valid Class 7 driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Deliver study blocks at the Dawson Creek Campus for English, Computer Studies, Science and Essential Skills for Trades.
• Teach courses as listed and cover curriculum requirements.
• Maintain the weekly schedule Monday to Thursday, 10:15am–1:10pm, plus other instructional duties.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Motivation and student success

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Term of App't: February - June 2027, Temporary, Part Time (15 hours per week)

Start date: February 1, 2027

Reporting to: Associate Dean of Academic & Vocational Programs

Salary: $47.83 – 56.75 per hour depending on experience and qualifications in accordance with the BCGEU Faculty Collective Agreement.

The successful candidate will have the option to enroll in the College Pension Plan, with employer-matched contributions. Temporary employees receive an additional 2% in lieu of benefits, 6% vacation pay and 4.2% statutory holiday pay included with each pay.

Description: NLC's Adult Upgrading program is seeking an instructor to deliver study blocks at the Dawson Creek Campus. The courses will cover the curriculum for English, Computer Studies, Science and Essential Skills for Trades.

The weekly class schedule is Monday to Thursday, 10:15am – 1:10pm, with the balance of the hours dedicated to other instructional and program-related duties.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field (e.g. Education or related discipline).
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Intermediate proficiency with a current version of Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to student motivation and success.
• Valid Class 7 driver's license.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred:

• Credential in Adult Education, such as the Provincial Instructor Diploma Program (completed or in progress).
• Experience teaching culturally diverse groups of students, including Indigenous and international students.
• Instructional experience at the secondary or post-secondary level.

NOTE: We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with NLC, however; only those contacted for an interview will be acknowledged.

To support employment equity and diversity in the workplace, we encourage all qualified applicants, including Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who may contribute to diversity at Northern Lights College.

In the spirit of reconciliation, we are committed to increasing Indigenous Peoples' representation throughout the institution and encourage applicants to self-identify as Indigenous--First Nation, Metis, or Inuit within cover letters and/or resume.