Indigenous Adult Basic Education Instructor (English Instructor)

NEC Native Education College is a large private Indigenous college in Vancouver and works with First Nations and Indigenous organizations to deliver programs in locations throughout British Columbia. We strive to combine academic excellence with a strong commitment to First Nations community-based education and the best practices of adult education.

Indigenous Adult Basic Education (IABE) students focus on achieving their academic and employment goals while learning and sharing their cultural knowledge and skills. Students work on achieving the BC Adult Graduation Diploma.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Program Manager, the IABE English Instructor leave replacement position will be a casual contract. This position will deliver the First Peoples English program consisting of the FPE 040, FPE 060, and FPE 081 courses. These courses are classroom-based and are developed and taught from an Indigenous perspective. Please refer to our website for more program information. www.necvancouver.org

Main Responsibilities:

· Provide quality one-on-one and group instruction for assigned courses and assist students in self-monitoring and learning goals

· Serve as first point of contact for students ensuring all program inquiries are directed appropriately.

· Maintain student files, track statistics, provide program reports.

· Work with NEC and staff in a positive, professional, cooperative manner.

Preferred Qualifications:

Any combination of education and work experience as follows will be considered:

· Bachelor of Education Degree or a B.A. (English, Math or) with a Provincial Instructor’s Diploma, or a Master’s Degree in a relevant field.

· Significant teaching experience, preferably in the post-secondary education system.

· Excellent verbal, written and computer communication skills.

· Knowledge of Indigenous values, communities, and instructional methodology, and experience working with Indigenous organizations.

· Must be proficient in MS Teams and Moodle/online learning platforms.

Terms:

Appointment to this casual leave replacement contract position will require a formal criminal record check should a recent one not be on file, the details of which may preclude finalizing an offer of employment. NEC encourages members of equity-seeking groups to apply. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants.

Closing Date: Until Filled

Start Date: As soon as possible

End Date: May 24, 2024, with possibility of an extension

Hours: Monday to Friday: 35 hours/week

Salary: $40.45 per hour

Application Details:

Please submit your resume, contact information for three references from related work experience, copy of your credentials and current related licenses, and a cover letter outlining your interest and detailing how you meet the above qualifications. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $40.45 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Schedule:

• Day shift

Application question(s):

• Would you like to Self-identify as First Nations, Inuit, or Metis?

Work Location: In person