Information Technology Instructor Software Quality Assurance Engineering Diploma Program

Canadian College of Technology and Business; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Information Technology Instructor to lead the Software Quality Assurance Engineering Diploma Program. This role involves creating an engaging learning atmosphere, developing effective instructional methods, and mentoring students through their academic journey. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in software quality assurance and a strong commitment to student success. Join a dynamic team dedicated to preparing students for the fast-paced tech industry, where your expertise will shape the next generation of IT professionals. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of education.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or 10+ years in relevant software roles required.
• 5+ years in quality assurance and teaching experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging learning environments and manage course assessments.
• Guide discussions and mentor students in technology projects.

Skills

Test Automation Development

Software Quality Assurance

Curriculum Development

Communication Skills

Mentoring

Critical Thinking

Education

Master's Degree in Relevant Discipline

10+ Years in Software Development or QA

5+ Years Teaching Experience

Tools

Linux

RDBMS

SQL

Python

Java

DevOps

CI

AWS

Job description

Job Title: Information Technology Instructor

Program: Software Quality Assurance Engineering Diploma Program

Location: Vancouver, British Columbia

Shift Type: 2 Evenings ON-SITE at our Vancouver Campus, and 2 Evenings Virtual Instruction

5:00 pm – 9:00 pm PST

Job Type: Contract, Part-Time

Job Summary

The Canadian College of Technology and Business (CCTB) is an educational institution specializing in career development, certification, and technical training in business and information systems. Our principal educational philosophy is to provide the best technical training in both business management processes and core-industry technologies to allow our students to obtain a high degree of success upon entry into positions of business and technology. We provide relevant programs which ensure our students meet the demands of today’s ever-changing job market.

CCTB is currently seeking an experienced professional Instructor to teach modules in the Software Quality Assurance Engineering Diploma Program.

Responsibilities

• Create an exhilarating learning environment for students in the IT Program.
• Develop and deliver an effective learning environment using available resources, incorporating various teaching/learning methods to meet the course objectives.
• Manage lesson planning, assignments, class, and overall course assessment of the students’ work while ensuring students’ awareness of course objectives and CCTB’s expectations.
• Guide class discussions while encouraging debate and feedback from students.
• Challenge ideas, encouraging students to develop skills and knowledge in critical and rational thinking.
• Manage, coordinate, and mentor students’ engagement in various cutting-edge technology research and development related projects.
• Engage students by tutoring and providing academic counseling while offering constructive feedback and encouragement when needed.
• Provide academic support to students inside and outside of the classroom (regularly scheduled office hours, email, group study sessions, etc.).
• Attend and participate in department and faculty meetings relevant to faculty responsibilities.
• Conduct further research into their specific field of knowledge.

Topics to teach:

• Requirements Analysis
• Test Planning
• Test Case Development
• Test Set Development
• Test Types
• Bug Tracking System(s)
• Manual Testing
• Functional and Performance Automation
• Defect Management
• Status Reporting
• Tools: Linux, RDBMS, SQL, Python and/or Java, DevOps, CI, AWS

Requirements

Education and Experience

• A master’s degree from a recognized University in a relevant discipline or at least 10 years of experience in Software Development Engineer in Test, QA Developer, Test Architect, Test Automation Developer, Software Technical Architect, or similar.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional and current experience in software quality, test automation development, and implementation.
• Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience in the post-secondary environment or equivalent work experience in a related field or combination of both.
• Clear understanding and ability to present on the following topics:
• Business requirements management concept
• Business, functional, and non-functional requirements traceability
• Development operations
• Test automation frameworks development and implementation
• Build deployment business process and management

Knowledge and Skills

• Proven experience developing and implementing a variety of test automation frameworks.
• Strong understanding of Software Development Life Cycle methodology both Waterfall and Agile.
• Previous curriculum and program development experience is considered an asset.
• Proven experience supervising students, providing support and feedback in constructive and meaningful manners is highly desirable.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to communicate complex information to students both orally and in writing in an understandable manner.
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity and equality when interacting with students and colleagues.
• Capable of working independently as well as being part of a team.
• Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and deliver on scheduled deadlines.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, provincial, or local protected class.