Instructor(s), Education Assistant and Community Support (Updated)

Vancouver Island University; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island University seeks instructors for its Education Assistant and Community Support Program. Candidates will teach various courses focusing on practice, teaching strategies, health, and wellness. A Master's degree is essential, along with experience in supporting individuals with disabilities. Our emphasis on teaching excellence and community involvement offers a supportive environment for both faculty and students.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Desirable pension plan

Flexible work options

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities and health care needs.
• Proven proficiency in post-secondary teaching, both online and in-person.
• Knowledge of Indigenous ways of knowing and cultural teachings.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and delivering classes.
• Designing and grading assignments and tests.
• Facilitating student integration of theory and practice.

Skills

Proficiency with educational technology

Collaboration

Effective teamwork

Education

Master's degree in human services or disability field

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (for EACS 150)

Tools

Learning management systems (e.g., D2L)

Job description

Duties:

Vancouver Island University's Education Assistant and Community Support Program is now accepting applications for instructors to teach one or more of the following courses:

• EACS 110 Foundations for Practice
• EACS 130 Teaching and Learning Strategies
• EACS 150 Health and Wellness
• EACS 160 Augmentative Communication and Assistive Technology
• EACS 170 Challenging Conditions
• EACS 180 School-based practicum
• EACS 190 Community-based Practicum

For course descriptions, see our course descriptions page.

Faculty are responsible for preparing and delivering classes, designing and grading student assignments and tests, and facilitating student integration of theory and practice. They will also participate in program and faculty meetings, liaise with support staff, other staff, and faculty.

Vancouver Island University emphasizes teaching excellence, scholarly activity, and community involvement.

Successful candidates should be responsive to diverse cultural and academic backgrounds and learning styles.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree from an accredited institution in a human services (social work or educational psychology) or disability field. For EACS 150, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with current registration in good standing with BCCNP, or another allied health discipline (e.g., physiotherapy or occupational therapy), is required.
• Experience supporting persons with disabilities and health care needs. Proven proficiency in post-secondary teaching, both online and in-person, with the ability to meet diverse student needs. Knowledge of applying theory in practice aligned with course content. Evidence of collaboration and effective teamwork.
• Proficiency with educational technology and familiarity with learning management systems (e.g., D2L). Knowledge of Indigenous ways of knowing and cultural teachings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant PhD (completed or in progress). Broad understanding of disability issues.

VIU offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid holidays, professional development, and a desirable pension plan. Our supportive environment fosters learning and development, with initiatives promoting well-being, discounts, and flexible work options.

Note:

• Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts or certifications at the interview.
• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; priority will be given to Canadians and permanent residents.
• VIU is committed to diversity and inclusion. We invite applications from equity-seeking communities, including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and individuals of all gender identities and sexual orientations. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify in their cover letter. Disclosure is voluntary and will only be used to support our diversity initiatives.