Instructor - Criminal Law

Langara College; Redmond (WA); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 142,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid-work program

Tuition waivers for Langara courses

Employer-paid pension plan

Wellness classes and campus engagement

Job summary

Langara College invites applications for a part-time Instructor - Criminal Law (CRIM 1216) for the Spring 2027 semester. The position runs Jan 1, 2027 to Apr 30, 2027 and includes teaching Criminal Law on Fridays 12:30–15:20.

Applicants should hold a Canadian LLB or JD with criminal law experience and have demonstrated post-secondary teaching ability. Excellent English communication and a commitment to teaching excellence are essential. Hybrid-work options may be available for eligible positions.

Qualifications

• Canadian LLB or JD with experience in criminal law.
• Demonstrated post-secondary teaching experience.
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and student support.
• Ability and willingness to contribute in department meetings and initiatives.
• Preference given to applicants who recently taught this course or have grad coursework in the area.

Responsibilities

• Maintain currency and strive for excellence in instructional practices and approaches.
• Maintain currency in relevant subject areas, including global/local trends, issues, and opportunities.
• Ensure effective use of available class time, and maintain appropriate office hours for student consultation.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships.
• Actively seek opportunities to integrate students and learning into organizations and/or the community.
• Participate in program design and review as needed.
• Be a positive, active contributor to initiatives within the Criminal Justice Department, Community Programs Division, Faculty of Social Sciences & Community Programs, and the College.

Skills

Post-secondary teaching

English communication

Teaching excellence

Department collaboration

Course enhancement

Education

LLB or JD (Canada)

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 - Criminal Law

Employee Group:

LFA

Employee Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Start Date:

Friday, January 1 2027

End Date:

Friday, April 30 2027

Job Summary:

The Criminal Justice department is seeking qualified candidates to fill a part-time temporary position for the Spring 2027 semester. There is 1 course available to teach:

• Criminal Law (CRIM 1216) on Friday from 1230-1520

Job Description:

Required Qualifications:

• Canadian LLB or JD with experience in criminal law
• Demonstrated post‑secondary teaching experience
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence and a strong commitment to ensuring students are supported throughout their studies
• Ability and willingness to contribute in department meetings and initiatives
• Preference given to applicants who have recently taught this course at a post-secondary institution or who have graduate course work in the area

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain currency and strive for excellence in instructional practices and approaches
• Maintain currency in relevant subject areas, including global and/or local trends, issues, and opportunities
• Ensure effective use of available class, and maintain appropriate office hours to ensure availability for student consultation
• Build and maintain positive 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
• Be a positive and active contributor to initiatives at the Criminal Justice Department, Community Programs Division, Faculty of Social Sciences & Community Programs, and the College.

Additional Info:

Salary Range:

Salary placement is on Langara instructors’ salary scale in accordance with qualifications and experience.

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.

We offer the following 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

** Eligibility and entitlements may vary based on the employment group, and if the position is temporary, part-time, or casual **

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:

Wednesday, August 26 2026

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.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of educational and professional credentials noted on their resume. In addition, those shortlisted within 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.