Human Service Worker Program Instructor

College-of-the-Rockies; Cranbrook; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

College of the Rockies invites applications for part-time Human Service Worker Program Instructor on the Cranbrook campus. Auxiliaries may teach one or two courses per semester and help backfill faculty on leave.

The role involves online coursework and hands-on supervised practice in approved settings, supporting the Human Service Worker program. Preferred candidates hold a degree in social work or child and youth care, with registration in BC College of Social Work and a Master’s preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires degree in social work or child and youth care.
• Registration with BC College of Social Work is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong organizational abilities.
• Experience teaching at the post-secondary level is an asset; coursework is taught online.

Responsibilities

• Teach one or two courses per semester as part of the auxiliary roster.
• Backfill faculty on leave as required.
• Deliver both theoretical and practical components with supervised hands-on practice online.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teaching experience

Professional development

Education

Degree in social work or child and youth care

Master's degree preferred

BC College of Social Work registration

Job description

Human Service Worker Program Instructor

Auxiliary

The College is looking to add instructors to our auxiliary roster to teach part-time in the Human Service Worker program as a member of the Child, Youth and Family Studies faculty. Auxiliaries may teach one or two courses per semester, and/or as required to backfill faculty on leave.

Qualifications

A degree in social work or child and youth care is required. Current registration in the British Columbia College of Social Work and a Master's Degree is preferred. The ideal candidates will have relevant practice experience with ongoing professional development informing an awareness of current practice, innovative trends and emerging issues within the field of social work. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and strong organizational abilities are required. Experience teaching at the post-secondary level using a variety of learning techniques is an asset. The program combines theoretical and practical components in each semester so that students can apply their knowledge in supervised hands-on practice in approved settings, however coursework is taught online.

Visit our College webpages to view course descriptions and course outlines.

As an employee of College of the Rockies, the successful candidate is expected to be a lifelong learner who continues to develop his/her skills to help the College meet the needs of our students and our other valued clients.

Successful candidates may be required to complete a Criminal Record Check.

Salary

As per the Faculty Salary Schedule and depending on qualifications, instructional and related work experience, the salary for auxiliary employees is $44.89 to $60.26 per hour (this includes 16% in lieu of benefits and vacation).

Closing Date

November 16, 2026

Preferred Start Date

January 2027

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

College of the Rockies is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment, where all employees thrive and feel they belong. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our organization and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. We encourage all qualified applicants, including Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+). We are committed to an inclusive hiring experience, including providing accommodations.

In the spirit of reconciliation, we are committed to increasing Indigenous representation throughout the institution and encourage applicants to self-identify as First Nation, Metis or Inuit within cover letters and/or resume.