Term Instructors – Bachelor of Social Work

Nicola Valley Institute of Technology; Merritt; Hybrid; CAD 77,000 - 92,000; Part time

Job summary

Nicola Valley Institute of Technology (NVIT) invites applications for Term Instructors to teach in the Bachelor of Social Work program in Merritt, BC. Courses will be offered hybrid and/or online, with face-to-face options for local students.

The program emphasizes Indigenous-centred approaches and engages with Indigenous communities. Qualified applicants will hold a MSW, have at least two years of college/university teaching experience, and demonstrate knowledge of Indigenous social work

Qualifications

• Master of Social Work (MSW) degree required.
• Minimum of two years teaching experience at college/university level.
• Experience in teaching Indigenous adult learners.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous social work theory and practice.
• Strong teamwork and community engagement skills.
• Ability to teach in hybrid/on-line format and connect with Indigenous communities.
• Familiarity with Moodle, Teams and Outlook.

Skills

MSW knowledge

Teaching experience

Indigenous social work familiarity

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Tools

Moodle

Teams

Outlook

Job description

Term Instructors – Bachelor of Social Work

Type: Term

Opening Date For Accepting Applications: July 7, 2026

Resume Review: Ongoing

Position Start Date: September 2026

Salary: $7,600 per section

Contact: Human Resources

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

Address: NVIT
4155 Belshaw St.
Merritt, BC, V1K 1R1

NVIT anticipates the need for Term Instructors to teach within the Social Work Program in Merritt, BC, and invites application from qualified individuals. Course deliveries will be hybrid and/or online. The NVIT BSW degree program is the only Indigenous-centred BSW program in BC. Applicants should indicate which courses they are qualified for and interested in teaching.

Fall 2026

• SOCW 304 – Social Work Field Practice I
• SOCW 402 – Social Work Field Practice II

The course outline can be found on our website. Course offering is subject to student enrolment.

• Possess Master of Social Work Degree (MSW).
• Minimum of two years teaching experience at a college or university level.
• Experience in classroom teaching and learning practices with Indigenous adult learners.
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge in Indigenous social work theory and practice.
• Strong team player with excellent human relation skills – faculty members are expected to contribute positively to the life of the school and community.
• Ability to develop strong connections to Indigenous social service agencies and communities.
• Applicants must be willing to teach in a hybrid model. Face to Face in class for students wishing to attend class in person and online synchronist for students not on campus.
• Applicants must be familiar with Moodle, Teams and Outlook operating platforms.

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