Contract Faculty - Computing Science

Douglas College; Coquitlam, New Westminster; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Douglas College is seeking passionate individuals for the role of Contract Faculty in Computing Science. As a faculty member, you will inspire and motivate students through innovative teaching methods and a focus on student success. This position offers competitive pay in a dynamic and inclusive educational environment, beginning in the 2025-2026 academic year.

Benefits

Hybrid work arrangements

Excellent Health and Dental Benefits

Defined-Benefit Pension Plan

Professional Development opportunities

Access to Fitness Centres and Classes

Qualifications

• Teaching experience in Computer Science required.
• Master's degree from an accredited university.
• Experience with C++ and Python programming is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Instructing students and facilitating learning.
• Planning and managing learning activities and resources.
• Evaluating student progress.

Skills

C++

Python Programming

Teaching Experience

Motivation

Pedagogical Methods

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Job description

Hourly: $52.41 to $114.65 per hour; Per Three Credit Course: $7,716.
Actual salary or hourly rate will be based on the number of credits and term of appointment according to the Collective Agreement.

The Opportunity

You’re passionate about academia and dedicated to fostering an environment where students are motivated to learn. As an established professional in your field, your knowledge combined with your innovative and purposeful pedagogical methods uphold the College’s reputation to inspire our students to do what they love – and it’s clear, in your role, you’re doing what you love too!

Sound like you? Become part of our passionate faculty! Join us at the Faculty of Science and Technology, and shape an educational journey that inspires our students to find their passion.

The Computing Science Department is seeking sessional instructors for the 2025-2026 academic year.

WHO WE ARE

Do what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada’s best degree-granting colleges even better.

Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development opportunities
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

As a faculty member you will instruct students, facilitate learning and evaluate student progress in College courses. You will plan, organise and manage learning activities and resources, provide academic advice to learners and maintain quality learner-centred instruction.

Applicants must have a minimum of a Master’s degree in one of Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or an appropriate equivalent, from an accredited university and relevant post-secondary teaching experience. The successful candidate must be qualified to teach first- and second-year university transfer computer science courses. Experience with C++ and Python Programming is required. Experience with any of the following would be an asset: Game Development, Software Engineering, Data Structures, Object-Oriented Design, Digital Logic, and Computer Architecture.

Applicants will be considered for this position based upon their experience, qualifications and availability.

Additional Information

The Faculty of Science & Technology currently offers a one-year Certificate in Computing Science, a two-year Computing Science Diploma (with a Game Development stream), an Associate of Science in Computing Science, as well as first- and second-year courses for students transferring to university degree programs.

We are seeking an excellent Computing Science instructor who brings experience and a demonstrated ability to support, motivate, and challenge students in first- and second-year Computing Science courses.

Most Computing Science courses are currently offered at the New Westminster Campus, but in future may also occur at the Coquitlam Campus.

Posting Number

Posting Number 00722F

Position Type

Position Type Faculty - Contract

Position Title

Position Title Contract Faculty - Computing Science

Anticipated Start Date

Anticipated Start Date 09/01/2025

End Date

Needs a Criminal Records Check

Needs a Criminal Records Check No

How To Apply

Open Date

Open Date 07/16/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Interested applicants must ensure that a resume, cover letter, transcripts/credentials and contact information for three references are submitted and received online.

This position will remain open until filled with a first review date of July 30, 2025.

Please ensure your resume clearly explains how you meet the required knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the course(s) which you are applying to teach.

All candidates selected for interview will need to provide original sealed transcripts for educational credentials noted on their resume.

Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.

Supplemental Questions

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• * How did you first find out about this employment opportunity?
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  • LinkedIn
  • Indeed
  • Social Media (Facebook, Instagram)
  • Personal Referral
  • Agency Referral
  • Professional Association Website
  • Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICAN)
  • Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT)
  • Douglas College CareerHUB
  • Career Fair or Other Hiring Event
  • Other
  • Glassdoor
• * If you are not a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident, do you currently have a valid Canadian work permit?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Not Applicable
• * If you have a valid Canadian work permit, please indicate expiry date and the type of work permit you hold. (Type N/A if not applicable).

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