Instructor, Business Administration (Accounting - BUS 419)

North Island College

Comox

Hybrid

CAD 70,000 - 113,000

Part time

2 days ago

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Job summary

North Island College in the Comox Valley Campus seeks an instructor to teach BUS 419 Advanced Financial Accounting for the Winter 2027 term. The appointment is 25% with face-to-face sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm.

The position is a sessional academic appointment at the Comox Valley Campus. Responsibilities include planning learning materials, delivering courses, evaluating students, and maintaining records in accordance with NIC policies.

Qualifications

Demonstrated teaching excellence in a post-secondary setting.
Experience with course design and delivery for diverse and inclusive learning environments.
Familiarity with educational technologies, including online/blended delivery and LMS.

Responsibilities

Plan and prepare learning materials for instructional environments.
Teach in assigned subject areas and ensure course outlines include required subject matter.
Direct student learning in a positive, supportive environment and provide office hours.
Submit grades timely and maintain student records as required.

Skills

CPA knowledge

Teaching excellence

Post-secondary teaching

Interpersonal communication

Curriculum delivery

Education

CPA designation

MBA or related Master’s

PhD preferred

Job description

Instructor, Business Administration (Accounting - BUS 419)

Posting Number

Posting Number F1689

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Instructor, Business Administration (Accounting - BUS 419)

Division

Division Faculty of Arts, Science & Management

Department

Department Business Administration

Supervisor Title Dean, Arts, Science & Management

Location

Location Comox Valley(CV)

Posting Type

Posting Type Internal/External Posting

Position Status

Position Status Sessional

If Others, please specify

New Position or Replacement?

New Position or Replacement? New

Position End Date (if temporary)

Position End Date (if temporary) 04/23/2027

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 12/28/2026

Weekly work schedule (please indicate the start and end times for each day of work)

% 25%

Pay Grade

Pay Grade The annual salary range is $70,437- $112,872 (at 100% appointment) and is based on qualifications, experience, and the placement criteria of Article 14 of the NICFA Collective agreement.

North Island College is seeking a qualified instructor to teach the following sessional instructional assignment in the 2027 Winter term:
- BUS 419 Advanced Financial Accounting, Face-to-Face, Tuesday & Thursday, 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm, Comox Valley Campus.

The teaching faculty of North Island College is responsible for implementing the College’s vision, goals, and objectives related to teaching and learning. To carry out their teaching assignments, faculty use organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and knowledge of the subject matter, pedagogy, and curricular design. In addition, they are responsible for serving as role models for students and colleagues.

The responsibilities and typical duties listed below constitute a generic job description for teaching faculty whose responsibility may be for delivering scheduled classes, the support of self‑paced, online, and distance courses, and/or instruction and supervision in laboratories and practicum shops, etc.

Creates a Positive Climate and Culture;
Effective Communication Skills;
Effectively Develops Goals & Objectives;
Focuses Effectively on Key Results and Priorities;
Demonstrates a Focus on Continuous Improvement;
Interpersonal Effectiveness.

Duties & Responsibilities

1.0 INSTRUCTIONAL

To plan and prepare learning materials for instructional environments;
To use a variety of approaches and materials, as appropriate, in order to address different learning needs;
To teach in assigned subject areas and to include in courses, and in course outlines, all required subject matter or skill activity;
To direct student learning in a positive, supportive, and caring environment;
To be available to students regularly during scheduled office hours and classroom hours, to discuss their progress and other issues that influence their learning. (30 hours/wk.) (See Policy #3-03: Faculty Absence from Class – Cancellation of Classes);
To clearly communicate in writing learning outcomes for programs and courses, and the way in which learners will be evaluated against those outcomes;
To design and conduct evaluations or appraisals of students and to keep students informed of their progress;
To submit grades in a timely manner, in accordance with Policy 4-15, Reporting Final Grades;
To maintain records of student enrollment and achievement and other records required by the College and affiliated agencies. At the end of employment with the College, to submit marks and student records to the department Chair.

2.0 TYPICAL PROFESSIONAL DUTIES OF INSTRUCTIONAL FACULTY

To be aware of, and to work within, College educational policies;
To be aware of the Education and Strategic plans and to contribute to their development and assist in the achievement of its goals and objectives;
To advise the Department Chair, within a reasonable time frame, of items that need to be ordered so that inventories of books, supplies, and equipment are adequate for the courses taught;
To advise the Department Chair regarding enrollment management (recruitment and retention) strategies for their areas of responsibility;To advise the Department Chair responsible, and the appropriate Administrator and/or Campus Health and Safety Committee, of any health and safety concerns and to assist, where possible, in rectifying the problem;
To demonstrate knowledge of computer applications appropriate to the teaching environment;
To maintain continuous professional development of competencies and qualifications as required in the appropriate discipline;
To participate actively as a contributing member of the College community on College committees and other College-wide activities, where appropriate;
To participate in department meetings and other department activities during normal working hours, when possible;
To undertake other related responsibilities and duties which may be assigned by the College when course load permits.

Required Education & Experience

Canadian Chartered Professional Accountant designation;
MBA or Master’s degree in a related field, Ph.D. is preferred;
Demonstrated teaching excellence in a post-secondary setting;
Related professional experience.

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills;
Demonstrated instructional abilities, including a variety of creative and motivating approaches to stimulate learning;
Experience with course design and delivery for diverse and inclusive learning environments;
Experience with educational technologies, including online delivery, blended delivery, and learning management systems.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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- Internal Job Posting
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- Personal Referral
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- Other
This position requires an on campus presence at the applicable campus location(s). This means the successful candidate is responsible to relocate within a reasonable distance of the applicable campus posted. Please select from the following that best describes your situation:
- I currently reside within a reasonable commute to the campus location posted.
- I do not currently reside within a reasonable commute to the campus location posted, however I am planning to relocate if found to be the successful candidate.
- I do not currently reside within a reasonable commute to the campus location posted, and I have no plan to relocate .
Do you self identify as an indigenous person?
- Yes
- No
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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