CSW Instructor - Mental Health

Discovery Community College; Maple Ridge; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Discovery Community College is seeking a part-time on-site CSW Instructor specializing in Education Assistants and Mental Health to support the Community Support Worker - Educational Assistant program. The role focuses on communication, child development, mental health, and lifespan development with dynamic online teaching and inclusive learning.

The start date is December 01, 2026 and the end date is March 11, 2027, with a Tuesday to Friday schedule 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Education, Special Education, Educational Assistant, or Education focused on Communication, child Development, Mental Health and Life Span Development.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience as an Educational Assistant or in a K–12 support role.
• Experience teaching or facilitating online learning is strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with online teaching tools such as Microsoft Teams.
• TESL or ESL experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and interactive online instruction based on established curriculum.
• Create a supportive and inclusive online learning environment.
• Assess student progress through assignments, discussions, and assessments.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to learners.
• Maintain student attendance, grading, and records as per institutional policies.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to ensure program alignment and student success.
• Stay current with trends and best practices in education and online learning.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Online teaching

Education

Education degree

Special Education

Educational Assistant background

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Discovery Community College offers a truly close-knit team of people who are passionate about changing lives. As a member of this team, you will Discover all the best of Community, in both work and life.

Discovery Community College is committed to academic excellence and fostering a dynamic learning environment. We are seeking an on-site CSW Instructor Specializing in Education Assistants & Mental Health to support our Community Support worker - Educational Assistant program, primarily focused on Communication, child Development, Mental Health and Life Span Development. As Discovery Community College offers regular student intakes across its programs, there are ongoing opportunities for instructors seeking continued employment with future cohorts.

About the Role:

The CSW Instructor will facilitate and deliver curriculum to students enrolled in the Community Support worker - Educational Assistant & Mental Health program. This position will require dynamic online teaching, effective communication, and the ability to support diverse learners.

This part time on-site role and has the potential to lead to future instructional opportunities, advancing your career in education.

Start date - December 01, 2026

End date - March 11, 2027 - subject to chang e

Weekly Schedule:

• Tuesday to Friday : 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Rate Range: $ 31 to $33 CAD

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and interactive online instruction based on established curriculum.
• Create a supportive and inclusive online learning environment.
• Assess student progress through assignments, discussions, and assessments.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to learners.
• Maintain student attendance, grading, and records as per institutional policies.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to ensure program alignment and student success.
• Stay current with trends and best practices in education and online learning.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or degree in Education, Special Education, Educational Assistant, or Education focused of Communication, child Development, Mental Health and Life Span Development.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience as an Educational Assistant or in a K–12 support role.
• Experience teaching or facilitating online learning is strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with online teaching tools such as Microsoft Teams.
• TESL or ESL experience is an asset.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Discover Community College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment. We celebrate the unique contributions of individuals from all backgrounds and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented communities.

Discovery Community College values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

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