Carpentry/Building Instructor

Kwantlen Polytechnic University; Surrey; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Metro Vancouver seeks a Carpentry/Building Construction Instructor to deliver short-term training to students. Ideal candidates will have a Red Seal Endorsement and a minimum of five years industry experience in carpentry. Effective communication skills and teaching experience are preferred. This role demands adherence to collective agreement standards, ensuring a rewarding educational environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years current industry experience as a Carpentry/Building Construction Journeyperson.
• Preference for demonstrated record of successful teaching.
• Five years supervisory or administrative experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver short-term entry-level and apprenticeship training.
• Teach on campus at KPU Tech.
• Follow working conditions outlined in KFA Collective Agreement.

Skills

Effective communication

Current carpentry skills

Education

Certificate of Qualification with Interprovincial Red Seal Endorsement

Job description

CARPENTRY/BUILDING CONSTRUCTION INSTRUCTOR

POSITION TYPE: NR1

POSITION START: TBA

KPU proudly offers all learners opportunities to achieve success in a diverse range of programs that blend theory and practice, critical understanding, and social and ethical awareness necessary for good citizenship and rewarding careers.

FACULTY OVERVIEW

The Faculty of Trades & Technology at Kwantlen Polytechnic University is currently seeking a Non-Regular Type 1 (contract) Carpentry/Building Construction instructor to provide short-term delivery of entry level and apprenticeship training, which may extend from a single day to several weeks.

POSITION OVERVIEW

This Carpentry/Building Construction training is on campus at KPU Tech.

More information concerning the working conditions for a faculty member are outlined in Article 12 of the Kwantlen Faculty Association (KFA) Collective Agreement.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum qualifications include a Certificate of Qualification with Interprovincial Red Seal Endorsement (IP RSE).
• A minimum of five years current industry experience as a Carpentry/Building Construction Journeyperson.
• Also required is the knowledge and ability to communicate effectively with students.
• Preference will be given to those applicants with a demonstrated record of teaching successfully, current carpentry skills and five (5) years supervisory or administrative experience. Contract consideration may be subject to a practical assessment.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Candidates will be required to undergo a Criminal Record Check.

SALARY INFORMATION

Placement on the salary scale will be dependent on level of education and relevant teaching experience. Advancement up the pay scale is based on FTE and employment status.