Instructor, Recreation Studies

Langara College; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 96,000 - 296,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid-work program

Tuition waivers for Langara courses

Employer paid pension plan

Wellness programs

On-site daycare access

Job summary

Langara College in Vancouver, BC, is recruiting an instructor for the Recreation Studies program to teach multiple courses and contribute to curriculum development. The role involves delivering lectures, guiding activities, and assessing students, with online and on‑campus delivery as needed.

The successful candidate will have a Master’s degree (PhD preferred), at least five years in community recreation at a leadership level, and experience teaching adults in diverse settings.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; PhD preferred in Leisure Studies or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in community recreation at a management level or above.
• Postsecondary teaching experience is a plus; adult learners experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver lectures, design activities, and assess assignments and exams.
• Utilize Brightspace, Zoom, and other digital tools for course delivery.
• Maintain regular office hours and collaborate with faculty on program activities.

Skills

Teaching

Adult education

Course development

Education

Master’s degree in Leisure Studies or related field

PhD preferred

Tools

Brightspace

Zoom

Microsoft Office

Job description

Interested in a career at Langara College? 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, Recreation Studies

Employee Group: LFA

Employee Type: Regular (Fixed Term)

Start Date: Wednesday, October 28 2026

End Date: Wednesday, June 30 2027

Job Summary

The Department of Recreation Studies is recruiting an instructor for the following courses:

• RECR 1166 Valuing Diversity in Recreation (Spring 2027)
• RECR 1001 Contemporary Issues and Trends in Community Recreation (Spring 2027)
• RECR 1002 Integrative Praxis in Community Recreation (Summer 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

Minimum Master’s Degree (PhD preferred) Leisure Studies, Recreation, Leadership, Adult Education, Public Adminstration or related field.

Has worked in the field of Community Recreation for a minimum of 5 years (full time or equivalent) at a management level or above.

Demonstrates a commitment to excellence in his/her work as well as being well connected within the field participating in professional associations, board membership and/or community organizations.

Preference will be given to candidates who have postsecondary teaching experience (on-line, mixed mode or classroom).

Applicants must have experience facilitating or teaching 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 Community Recreation and is prepared to actively promote the Recreation Leadership Diploma and Bachelor of Recreation Management 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.

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.

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.

Additional Info

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: Thursday, September 24 2026

People and Culture

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.

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.