Instructor(s), Education Assistant and Community Support Program

Powell River Educational Services Society; Powell River; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Powell River seeks instructors for various human services courses. Candidates must have a Master's degree in a relevant field and experience supporting persons with disabilities. Knowledge of Indigenous cultural teachings is preferred. The position requires teaching from August 11, 2025, to May 15, 2026, with flexible hours up to 12 per week.

Qualifications

• Masters’ degree required from an accredited institution.
• Experience supporting persons with disabilities is essential.
• Proficiency in post-secondary teaching and technology.

Responsibilities

• Teach various courses related to human services.
• Provide instruction based on course content.
• Collaborate with other team members.

Skills

Supporting persons with disabilities

Post-secondary teaching experience

Collaboration and teamwork

Information technology proficiency

Knowledge of Indigenous ways of knowing

Education

Masters’ degree in human services or disability field

PhD in a Human Service-related field (preferred)

Tools

Learning management systems (D2L)

Job description

Location: Powell River/qathet Regional District

Hours Per Week: Up to 12 workload hours. May be filled by more than one person.

Salary Or Wage: $8,196.30 per assigned course consisting of three workload hours.

Start Date: Aug 11, 2025

Job Type: Temporary

List of Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Masters’ degree from an appropriately accredited institution in a human services (social work or educational psychology) or disability field.
• Experience supporting persons with disabilities and unique health care needs is essential.
• Demonstrated proficiency in post-secondary teaching, both online and in the classroom, with the ability to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
• Knowledge and experience applying theory in practice in a manner that is consistent with the content in the course descriptions.
• Concrete evidence of collaboration and effective teamwork.
• Proficiency with the application and integration of information technology in an education environment and familiarity with learning management systems (D2L).
• Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous ways of knowing and cultural teachings.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License and have a confirmed satisfactory driving record (as specified in Vancouver Island University policy and procedures).

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in a Human Service-related field (completed or in progress).
• Teaching experience at the post-secondary level. Broad and current understanding of disability issues. Experience working with Indigenous communities. Training in trauma-informed practice.

List of Duties

We require instructors to teach the following courses between August 11, 2025 and May 15, 2026 (please indicate in your application which courses you are interested in teaching).

• EACS 140 – Understanding and Supporting Behaviour Across the Lifespan
• EACS 150 – Health and Wellness
• EACS 160 – Augmentative Communication and Assistive Technology
• EACS 180 – School-based practicum
• Documents needed for application include CV/Resume, Cover Letter, Qualifications , Name and contact information of recent supervisors willing to provide a reference.

How to Apply

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