Instructor - Criminal Law

Langara College; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 196,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid-work program

Tuition waivers for Langara courses

On-site daycare (subject to avail.)

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Langara College in Vancouver, BC invites applicants for a part-time, fixed-term Instructor - Criminal Law for Spring 2027. One course CRIM 1216 is offered Fridays 12:30–15:20. Qualifications include a Canadian LLB/JD in criminal law and post-secondary teaching experience.

Strong English communication, commitment to teaching excellence, and willingness to participate in departmental initiatives are required. Salary placement follows Langara’s instructor scale; closing date listed in posting.

Qualifications

• Qualified with Canadian LLB or JD in criminal law.
• Post-secondary teaching experience required.
• Strong English communication skills.
• Commitment to teaching excellence and student support.

Responsibilities

• Maintain currency and strive for excellence in instructional practices and approaches
• Maintain currency in relevant subject areas, including global and/or local trends, issues, and opportunities
• Ensure effective use of available class, and maintain appropriate office hours to ensure availability for student consultation
• Build and maintain positive working relationships
• Actively seek opportunities to integrate students and learning into organizations and/or the community
• On an as needed basis, participate actively in program design and review
• Be a positive and active contributor to initiatives at the Criminal Justice Department, Community Programs Division, Faculty of Social Sciences & Community Programs, and the College.

Skills

Teaching experience

English proficiency

Criminal law knowledge

Curriculum development

Course scheduling

Team participation

Education

LLB or JD in Criminal Law

Job description

Our employees exemplify Langara's values of excellence, collegiality, innovation and integrity.

Langara College is located in Vancouver, B.C.: applicants to postings must be located in BC or willing to move to BC to accept work with Langara College. Exceptions to this will be clearly outlined in the event Langara College requires work (or positions to be based) to be performed outside BC or Canada.

Job Title

Instructor - Criminal Law

Employee Group

LFA

Employee Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Start Date

Friday, January 1 2027

End Date

Friday, April 30 2027

Job Summary

The Criminal Justice department is seeking qualified candidates to fill a part-time temporary position for the Spring 2027 semester. There is 1 course available to teach:

• Criminal Law (CRIM 1216) on Friday from 1230-1520

Required Qualifications

• Canadian LLB or JD with experience in criminal law
• Demonstrated post‑secondary teaching experience
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and a strong commitment to ensuring students are supported throughout their studies
• Ability and willingness to contribute in department meetings and initiatives
• Preference given to applicants who have recently taught this course at a post‑secondary institution or who have graduate course work in the area

Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintain currency and strive for excellence in instructional practices and approaches
• Maintain currency in relevant subject areas, including global and/or local trends, issues, and opportunities
• Ensure effective use of available class, and maintain appropriate office hours to ensure availability for student consultation
• Build and maintain positive working relationships
• As appropriate, actively seek opportunities to integrate students and learning into organizations and/or the community
• On an as needed basis, participate actively in program design and review
• Be a positive and active contributor to initiatives at the Criminal Justice Department, Community Programs Division, Faculty of Social Sciences & Community Programs, and the College.

Additional Info

Salary placement is on Langara instructors’ salary scale in accordance with qualifications and experience.

Why Join Langara

At Langara College, we support the College’s vision of promoting wellness and fostering personal and professional growth for our employees. We are dedicated to embracing, honouring, and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, while offering a competitive and inclusive benefits package that reflects our commitment to overall health, financial security, and work‑life balance.

• Eligibility and entitlements may vary based on the employment group, and if the position is temporary, part‑time, or casual **

We Offer The Following Benefits

• Extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Hybrid‑work program for eligible positions
• Generous vacation package plus paid time off during college winter closure (1 week in December)
• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
• Potential eligibility for educational, training, and developmental programs
• Access to on‑site daycare subject to availability
• Tuition waivers for courses at Langara College, subject to space availability
• Course/program tuition reimbursements
• Wellness classes and campus engagement events

Salary Range

$46.06 - $142.49

Salary Range Placement

Salary placement is on Langara instructors’ salary scale in accordance with qualifications and experience.

Pay Grade

LFA Instructional

Closing Date

Friday, September 25 2026

People and Culture is committed to embracing, honoring, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We remain dedicated to focusing our efforts on creating an inclusive employee community that fosters a sense of safety and belonging for everyone. We humbly acknowledge that we are just beginning our journey, which includes engaging in our own internal learning and creating a data‑driven action plan that supports the integration of EDI practice into the work of People and Culture and the work we do with employees and leaders. Langara College welcomes applications from everyone including people from groups that are experiencing inequity including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please contact us.

If you are a former Langara Faculty Association (LFA) employee and have seniority rights under the LFA Collective Agreement, please contact our Recruitment team before the posting closes. Please quote the job requisition title and number and include your previous employee ID (if known) and your last date of employment at the College so your eligibility can be confirmed.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of educational and professional credentials noted on their resume. In addition, those shortlisted with international credentials must have their education credentials evaluated through WES (World Education Services) and provide Langara College, People & Culture document evaluation access for employment purposes.

We thank you for your interest in Langara College and for taking the time to complete an application. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to the number of applications received.

Langara is committed to enhancing our diverse workforce.