Instructor, Ell/workplace Cultural Competencies Trades Pathways

**Instructor, ELL/Workplace Cultural Competencies Trades Pathways**:
Faculty of Academic and Career Preparation faculty members prepare students for success in a wide range of post-secondary programs, workplaces, and communities. They support and empower students towards growth and change. They contribute to the culture of the Faculty through energetic teaching, scholarship and institutional service. Faculty members must be committed to inclusivity and diversity, and they play a critical role in building the capacity of the Faculty.
- Employment Group
- BCGEU
- Position Number
- 00206
- Division
- Faculty of Academic and Career Preparation
- Department
- Adult Basic Education Nanaimo
- Campus
- Location
- Duncan, British Columbia
- Country
- Canada
- Appointment Type
- temporary part-time
- Workload
- 15 direct instructional hours per week
- Pay Level
- BCGEU: $71,846 - $115,129 per annum (prorated if part-time).
- Starting Salary
- Faculty are placed on the BCGEU salary scale based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement, to an initial maximum of $89,412 per annum
- Appointment Start Date
- 28-Apr-2025
- Appointment End Date
- 27-Jun-2025
- Additional Information
- Appointment may end early or be extended.
- Applicant Documents
- CV/Resume, Cover Letter, Qualifications, Name and contact information of recent supervisors willing to provide a reference
- Posted Date
- 18-Feb-2025
- Closing Date
- 05-Mar-2025
- Job Reference
- 2636

**Duties**:
The purpose of this position is to support the development of English Language Learners (ELL) professional English language skills and workplace cultural competencies to aide with access to VIU Trades programs.

Reporting to the Dean of Academic and Career Preparation, the Trades Pathways ELL instructor serves as a member of the Faculty of Academic and Career Preparation and of the larger Vancouver Island University community. The Trades Pathways is a bridging program to prepare immigrants, refugees, permanent residents and newcomers for entry into Trades programs.

The ELL instructor will be responsible for in-person and online delivery of Pathways curriculum, including identifying opportunities for collaboration with relevant guest speakers and hands-on activities directly related to Trades programs. Some teaching resources are available from a previous related program delivery but the successful instructor should be comfortable developing or adapting materials to fit the unique needs of their students as they work towards the program's learning goals.

This position will support Pathways students. The ELL Instructor will work closely with the Pathways Coordinator, other ACP staff, and receiving program Faculty to support student progression towards their chosen fields in post-secondary education.

The incumbent will ensure students with individual learning challenges, diverse cultural and varied educational backgrounds are welcomed and supported in the classroom, including those who have recent experiences of trauma. The incumbent will have a strong knowledge of adult education practices and a willingness to work with students from a wide range of cultural and academic backgrounds whose first language is not English.

**Required Qualifications**:
Master's degree in a relevant discipline from an appropriately accredited institution and relevant teaching experience. Applicants with exceptional demonstrated experience or a unique combination of education and experience may be considered. TOESL certificate or diploma recognized by TOESL Canada or meets equivalent criteria. Recent documented experience teaching ESL.

Responsive to unexpected and rapid changes in environment and student base. Ability to adapt to changing program structures (this is a developing program, as such parameters of delivery are still being identified and may need to change to fit the needs of receiving faculty). Ability to facilitate innovative learning opportunities that support student progression towards admission to professional programs.

**Preferred Qualifications**:
Teacher training/certification. Familiarity with Trades programs and fields. Experience working with immigrant populations. Teaching experience at Vancouver Island University.
- VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities._

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