Creative Media Instructor (Audio, Music Business & Entertainment)

Navitas; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

SAE Institute Vancouver, part of the Navitas family, is seeking Adjunct Instructors to teach Game Audio, Music Business, and Studio Maintenance in North Vancouver, BC. The role reports to the Campus Director and includes delivering high‑quality classes, assessing learning, and supporting students within the SAE curriculum.

Requirements include professional experience in the music/entertainment industry, a post-secondary degree or 10+ years related work, and proficiency with Canvas, Office tools,

Qualifications

• Certificate, diploma, or degree and 2+ years of related professional work experience, or 10+ years in a relevant occupation.
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in music, recording, entertainment, audio engineering, or related creative media industries.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to foster a positive learning environment.
• Strong organizational, time management, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with faculty, staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver education aligned with SAE curriculum, instructional model and learning outcomes.
• Create inclusive, engaging classroom environments encouraging participation and success.
• Plan and prepare classes, workshops, activities, and instructional materials.
• Maintain and update course content in Canvas.
• Monitor attendance and academic progress; provide support where needed.
• Provide timely grading and feedback according to requirements.
• Participate in advising, curriculum activities and campus events.

Skills

Teaching experience

Subject matter expertise

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma

10+ years related experience

Tools

Canvas

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Since 1994, Navitas has been a respected leader in global higher education. SAE Institute, established in 1976 and part of the Navitas family since 2011, is one of the world’s leading educators in creative media industries. With campuses across the United States and in Vancouver, Canada, SAE offers programs in Audio, Entertainment Business, and Digital Film, providing students with hands‑on, industry‑relevant education and training.

SAE Institute Vancouver is seeking Adjunct Instructors to join our team in North Vancouver, British Columbia, to teach in one or more of the following areas:

• Game Audio
• Music Business
• Studio Maintenance and Audio Visual Technology

Reporting operationally to the Campus Director, the Instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality classes and workshops, assessing student learning, providing student support, and completing related academic and administrative responsibilities.

Our instructors create engaging learning experiences that support strong student outcomes in alignment with SAE's curriculum, module learning outcomes, and graduate attributes.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver education in alignment with SAE's curriculum, instructional model, and learning outcomes.
• Establish an inclusive and engaging classroom environment that encourages student participation, learning, and success.
• Effectively plan and prepare classes, workshops, learning activities, and instructional materials.
• Develop, revise, and update instructional plans and course activities to support course competencies and learning objectives.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date course content within the Learning Management System (Canvas).
• Use Canvas and other available teaching technologies to engage and communicate with students and support course and program learning outcomes.
• Monitor student attendance and academic progress, identify students who may be at risk, and work with academic staff to provide appropriate support.
• Complete student assessments and provide timely grading and feedback in accordance with established academic requirements.
• Maintain accurate attendance and academic records within required timelines.
• Participate in academic advising, curriculum activities, faculty development, campus events, orientations, graduations, workshops, and collegiate meetings as required.
• Maintain instructor eligibility in accordance with applicable provincial requirements and accrediting body standards.
• Comply with all SAE and Navitas policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• A certificate, diploma, or degree and a minimum of two years of related professional work experience, or a minimum of ten years of work experience in an occupation relevant to the course of instruction.
• Demonstrated professional experience and strong subject matter expertise relevant to the course being taught, including experience within the music, recording, entertainment, audio engineering, or related creative media industries, as applicable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to foster a positive and cooperative learning environment within a diverse community.
• Strong organizational, time management, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and complete academic and administrative responsibilities accurately and on time.
• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with faculty, staff, and students.
• Proficiency with common office software, including Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Workspace.
• Ability to use a Learning Management System such as Canvas to manage course content, student communication, attendance, assessments, and grades.
• Legal authorization to work in Canada.
• Previous post-secondary teaching, training, or instructional experience.
• Experience using Canvas or a comparable Learning Management System.
• Experience developing instructional materials and using participatory and innovative teaching methodologies.
• Current industry knowledge and professional experience relevant to the subject area being taught.
• Type: Contract
• Duration: 1-term contract with potential for renewal
• Compensation: Starting at $40 per hour, depending on experience, qualifications, and course specialization. Compensation is paid by section, with each section consisting of 4 classroom hours per week (minimum).
• Schedule: Based on enrolment.

What We Offer

SAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and communities in which we live and serve. If you require an accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Successful applicants will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks, which includes a Criminal Background and professional reference checks.