Assistant Instructor, Interior Design Residential Diploma (Flexible Learning)

British Columbia Institute of Technology; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 178,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Minimum 25 days vacation

Employer-paid extended health and dent

Defined benefit pension plan

Flexible hybrid work arrangements

Access to BCIT Flexible Learning"

Wellness and Employee Assistance

Complimentary gym access

Job summary

British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) is recruiting temporary, part-time Teaching Assistants for the Interior Design Department to support delivery of Flexible Learning courses across three term blocks (Sept–Dec, Jan–Mar, Apr–Jun) and a summer term (Jul–Aug). Responsibilities include class attendance, grading, and collaborating with instructors.

Positions require a relevant interior design credential, with strong organization and communication skills; experience in residential design

Qualifications

• Relevant diploma or degree in Interior Design.
• Minimum three years of related current experience in residential design (kitchen & Bath).
• NKBA membership eligibility and AKBA certification are assets.
• Hands-on experience with Chief Architect is an asset.
• Hands-on AutoCAD experience is an asset.
• Photoshop, InDesign and SketchUp experience are assets.
• Excellent organization, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work within, and develop, a collegial environment.
• Previous teaching, mentoring or informal training experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Attend all classes (online or in classroom).
• Demonstrates cooperation with the course instructor inside and outside of the classroom.
• Assist in evaluation of student performance, including marking exams, quizzes and assignments (during and between classes).
• Meet with course instructor as required to determine marking criteria.

Skills

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Teaching experience

Education

Relevant diploma or degree in Interior Design

Tools

Chief Architect

AutoCAD

Photoshop

InDesign

SketchUp

Job description

Who We Are

At BCIT , putting people at the core of everything we do is paramount. This idea is the foundation of BCIT’s People Vision , which describes the Institute’s goals and priorities in respect to our people. In a complex and uncertain world, it’s vital our people feel valued, supported and connected. BCIT champions a culture of innovation and global progress through people’s imagination and creativity. With a competitive compensation package, great work-life balance, and career advancement opportunities, see why we’ve earned the title of one of BC’s Top Employers for over ten years running.

Position Summary

BCIT’s Interior Design Department is recruiting for temporary, part-time Teaching Assistants. BCIT requires individuals to fill temporary, part-time Teaching Assistant positions for delivery of Flexible Learning courses on a term-by-term basis in our Interior Design, Flexible Learning Programs. We invite individuals to view the Interior Design web pages to view program and course information. https://www.bcit.ca/programs/interior-design/ BCIT Flexible Learning runs three terms in twelve week blocks: September to December, January to March, and April to June, as well as a summer term from July to August.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Attend all classes (online or in classroom)
• Demonstrates cooperation with the course instructor inside and outside of the classroom.
• Assist in evaluation of student performance, including marking exams, quizzes and assignments (during and between classes)
• Meet with course instructor as required to determine marking criteria

Qualifications

• Relevant diploma or degree in Interior Design
• Minimum three years of related current experience, with practical knowledge and experience in the residential ( kitchen & Bath) design field.
• NKBA membership eligibility and Associate Kitchen and Bath Designer ( AKBA ) Certification an asset.
• Hands on experience with Chief Architect would be an asset.
• Hands-on AutoCad experience would be an asset.
• Hands-on experience with Photoshop, Indesign and Sketchup would be an asset
• Excellent organization, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work within, and develop, a collegial environment
• Previous teaching, mentoring or informal training experience would be an asset..

Please Note: Teaching assistance are paid 3 hours per week per course. Additional marking time will be required outside of class

Additional Information

Benefits – Why you’d love working with us

• Competitive pay
• Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on your position )
• Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan – take a look at our benefit plans !
• Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements available
• Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
• Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
• Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more
• Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. For more information on our generous benefits,

BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh).

Salary Range

Salary Range Salary Range: $64.69 - $129.39 per contact hour, inclusive of vacation and holiday pay.

Additional Salary Information

Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement.

Posting Category

Department 2

Department 2 Building Design & Const. Technology

Campus Location

Burnaby campus

Bargaining Unit

BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA)

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