Instructor, Indigenous Leadership in Recreation, Recreation Studies

Langara College; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 63,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid-work program

Tuition waivers

Course/program tuition reimbursements

Employer paid pension plan

On-site daycare

Job summary

Langara College's Department of Recreation Studies in Vancouver, BC invites an instructor to teach in the Indigenous Leadership in Recreation program for Spring 2027. The role covers three 1-credit courses and requires collaboration with Nations co-designing the program.

The successful candidate will bring leadership in Indigenous Recreation, academic credentials, and a commitment to community-based teaching.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Leisure Studies, Recreation, Leadership, Adult Education, Public Administration, or related field.
• Experience with Indigenous communities using community-based/participatory methodologies.
• Minimum 5 years in Indigenous Recreation and/or Community Recreation (full-time or equivalent).
• Experience teaching Indigenous learners at post-secondary level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver lectures, design activities, and assess assignments and exams.
• Liaise with Nations/communities for class needs.
• Deliver course material using Brightspace, Zoom, etc.
• Maintain weekly office hours for student advising and participate in department activities.

Skills

Community engagement

Leadership

Teaching

Course design

Education

Master’s Degree (PhD preferred)

Tools

Brightspace

Zoom

Microsoft Outlook

Teams

Word

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Instructor, Indigenous Leadership in Recreation
Employee Group: LFA
Employee Type: Regular (Fixed Term)
Start Date: Monday, January 4 2027
End Date: Friday, April 30 2027

Job Summary: The Department of Recreation Studies at snəw̓eyəɬ leləm̓ Langara College is recruiting an instructor to teach in our new Indigenous Leadership in Recreation program. We are seeking an instructor for the following 1-credit courses:

• RECR 1105 Leadership & Facilitation in Indigenous Recreation (Spring 2027)
• RECR 1110 Indigenous Recreation Programming & Events (Spring 2027)
• RECR 1115 Networking & Partnerships in Indigenous Recreation (Spring 2027)

A successful applicant new to the LFA employment group may be entitled to begin 1 December 2026, to allow for course preparation and set-up prior to the start of classes.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree (PhD preferred) in Leisure Studies, Recreation, Leadership, Adult Education, Public Administration or related field or an equivalent combination of education, professional experience, and lived experience including traditional and cultural knowledge.
• Demonstrated experience working with Indigenous communities using community-based/participatory methodologies.
• Has worked in the field of Indigenous Recreation and / or Community Recreation for a minimum of 5 years (full time or equivalent)
• Demonstrates a commitment to excellence in his/her work
• Possesses strong sector connections within the recreation field, participating in professional associations, board membership and/or community organizations.
• An ideal candidate would have existing working relationships or familiarity with the Nations who co-designed the program (Musqueam, K'omoks, Tla'amin Homalco Nations), or working relationships with other Nations in BC.
• Preference will be given to candidates who have experience teaching Indigenous learners at the post-secondary level (on-line, mixed mode or classroom).
• Applicants must have experience facilitating or teaching youth and adult learners in the recreation environment.
• Employees of Langara College must reside in British Columbia
• Applicants must be willing to work in a collaborative faculty team environment and participate in related departmental and college-wide activities.
• The successful instructor will engage in building a positive learning community within their course and achieve innovative ways of connecting theory to practical situations for learners.
• The successful candidate is a recognized leader in Indigenous Recreation and / or Community Recreation and is prepared to actively promote Recreation Studies programs to potential students.
• In addition, the successful candidate will have the desire and administrative and leadership skills to take on leadership roles within the Department such as Program Coordinator and/or Department Chair in the future.
• While applications for individual courses will be considered, preference will be given to the candidate able to teach all of the courses listed above.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the preparation and delivery of lecture material; the design, set-up, and delivery of group and individual activities; and the preparation, delivery, and grading of assignments and exams
• Laise with participating Nations/communities in organizing class needs
• Utilize digital technology to deliver the course material such as Brightspace, Zoom, etc.
• Utilize technology for administrative purposes such as Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, Zoom etc.
• The candidate will maintain regular weekly office hours on campus and online for student advising and participation in related departmental and college-wide activities.
• Maintain currency in relevant subject areas, including global and/or local trends, issues, and opportunities
• Maintain collegial 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
• Candidates are required to have participated in a variety of recreation experiences that are related to their area of expertise and demonstrate a passion for (and leadership in) community recreation.
• The successful candidate understands and is dedicated to community recreation and is able to clearly articulate his/her recreation and teaching philosophy.

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

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: Sunday, November 29 2026

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Located in beautiful Vancouver, BC, Canada, Langara College started in 1965 as part of Vancouver Community College and in 1970, it opened its West 49th Avenue campus. On April 1, 1994, Langara College was established as an independent public college under the Provincial College and Institute Act. The College is also known as house of teachings, a name given to us by the Musqueam First Nation, on whose unceded traditional territory we are located. Today, Langara is one of BC's leading undergraduate institutions providing University Studies, Career Studies, and Continuing Studies programs and courses to more than 21,000 students annually.

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