Vocational Instructor - Pastry Arts (On-Call)

Okanagan College; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 116,000; Part time

Job summary

Okanagan College seeks a committed Vocational Instructor for Pastry Arts to join its Culinary Arts Department in Kelowna. This on-call position involves teaching, course preparation, and evaluation of student work, ideally suited for an experienced pastry chef with prior teaching experience. The successful candidate will exhibit exceptional communication skills and a dedication to fostering a nurturing educational environment, while contributing to the college's mission of providing quality education.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years experience in baking with at least 5 years of high-level pastry work including 2 years at a supervisory level.
• An undergraduate degree and post-secondary teaching experience preferred.
• Candidates must demonstrate good written and oral English skills.

Responsibilities

• Instructional duties including teaching, course preparation, and student advising.
• Professional development and service including school visitations and participation on OC committees.
• Evaluation and marking of student work.

Skills

Teaching

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Education

Undergraduate Degree

Instructor’s Diploma or BC Teacher’s Certificate

Successful completion of pastry chef apprenticeship

Job description

Position Information Position Number P00021 Position Title Vocational Instructor - Pastry Arts (On-Call) Division / Portfolio Trades and Apprenticeship Department / Program Culinary Arts Location Kelowna Other Flexible Work Options Your Opportunity The duties and responsibilities of a Vocational Instructor include continuing excellence in one’s field, instructional

and professional duties, professional development and service. Functions and Duties Instructional duties may include any or all of the following :

• Instructional (teaching assignments)
• Course and program preparation and revision
• Student contact
• Student advising
• Evaluation and marking of student work
• Other functions related to instruction

Professional duties may include any or all of the following :

• Student registration

Service may include any or all of the following :

• School visitations
• Participation on OC committees
• Attendance at articulation meetings
• Representing OC at other functions
• Administrative and other duties

Professional development activity that is intended to promote teaching excellence, subject area competence, and technical competence in the area of professional or instructional expertise. Education and Experience 1. Successful completion of a pastry chef apprenticeship program and a Certificate of Apprenticeship with an Interprovincial endorsement.

2. An undergraduate degree and post secondary teaching experience are preferred; however, applicants with an equivalent combination of teaching and work experience may be considered.

3. An Instructor’s Diploma or valid BC Teacher’s Certificate appropriate to the instructional assignment is preferred, and will be required following appointment in accordance with the Collective Agreement.1. Minimum 10 years experience in baking with at least 5 years of high level pastry work including 2 years at a supervisor level.

2. Preference will be given to applicants with a hotel / resort background. Skills and Abilities Candidates must be committed to a team approach, demonstrate good written and oral English skills and have good interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will have an exceptional teaching record with demonstrated learner-centred teaching philosophy. Successful applicants will be an integral part of the team that will help Okanagan College realize the promise of a world-class college. Candidates will be comfortable in a computerized environment and demonstrate knowledge of programs relevant to their discipline. The successful applicant will be able to encourage communication between students and faculty. Preferred Qualifications Desired Start Date 07 / 14 / 2025 Position End Date (if temporary) 06 / 30 / 2026 Schedule Given on-call nature of position, schedule and frequency of instruction may vary.

Typical instructional day is 7.5 hours long. Typical instructional week is four days and would not exceed 30 hours.

Initial on-call contract is setup until Jun 30, 2026 but is not a guarantee of work for the entire contract period. Annual Salary / Hourly Rate Salary range $71,846 to $115,129 annually; normal starting salary between $78,872 and $85,897 annually, dependent on relevant education and experience. Appointment Type Vocational - Substitute Special Instructions to Applicants Employee Group Vocational Posting Detail Information Competition Number C003134 Posting Open Date 06 / 24 / 2025 Posting Closing Date 07 / 20 / 2025 Open Until Filled No Inclusion Statement Okanagan College is committed to increasing the equitable and inclusive participation of marginalized people in all aspects of college life. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black People, members of racialized groups / visible minorities, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities or expressions. People with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application