Instructor - Faculty of Arts & Sciences (Linguistics)

**Competition Number**
- F18763P

**Position Title**
- Instructor - Faculty of Arts & Sciences (Linguistics)

**Employee Group**
- Faculty

**Position Status**
- Non-Regular

**Position Type**
- Instructor

**Special Appointee**

**Others please specify**

**Workload Amount**
- 1 section

**Department**
- Linguistics

**Additional Notes**
- In alignment with a Special Program approved by the BC Office of the Human Rights Commissioner, the roles and responsibilities for this position entail delivery of Indigenous content and, as such, applicants who self-identify as Indigenous or having Indigenous ancestry may be given priority in the recruitment process. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify in their cover letter. Applicants are also encouraged to describe how their lived experience as an Indigenous person informs their scholarship and/or community work and to outline their experience working with Indigenous communities/students.

**Location**
- North Vancouver

**Working With Us**
- At Capilano University, learners are our focus. Guided by the goals outlined in **Envisioning** and **Illuminating** 2030, employees play an essential role in creating an exceptional learning experience for and with learners and are central to a thriving campus community. Together, we are inspired by imagination and Capilano University is one of the leading teaching-focused universities in British Columbia and one of BC’s Top Employers. Grounded by our sense of purpose, we offer a meaningful, friendly, and dynamic work environment.

At Capilano University’s Faculty of Arts and Sciences, we are dedicated to nurturing talent, fostering innovation, and creating a dynamic community of educators. Joining our team means being part of a vibrant and forward-thinking academic environment that is deeply rooted in our core values of excellence, creativity, and respect.

We’re redefining the academic model to provide an education that goes beyond textbooks and classrooms. Our vision is centered on learning by doing, seamlessly integrating theory and practice, fostering a strong connection with the environment, nurturing collaborative leadership, and embracing a synergistic model of education with a student-centered approach. We take pride in our commitment to scholarly teaching.

As we look ahead to our exciting journey of Envisioning 2030, we are redefining what it means to work and thrive in academia. Our vision is to empower our students with the knowledge, skills, and mindset to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Here, you will experience a workplace that encourages you to push the boundaries of your capabilities, all while embracing our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusivity.

**What you’ll do**

Courses have a maximum of 35 students and will be delivered at our North Vancouver campus. This position will begin on May 1, 2025.
- Prepare and deliver courses, which includes lectures, seminars, tutorials, labs, clinical supervision, field trips, and online or hybrid classes.
- Evaluate student learning through assessments and marking.
- Provide support to students through weekly office hours and advising.
- Engage in ongoing professional development to maintain expertise and stay current with advancements and best practices in relevant fields of study.
- Create and update course materials, outlines, and curriculum.
- Participate in meetings, committees, and events at the program, department, faculty, and university levels.

**What you’ll bring**

**How to apply**
- Please submit the following materials via our online portal:

- A cover letter outlining qualifications for the position
- Including a statement describing any contributions made or planned in relation to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion or Indigenization or Decolonization in teaching, or service within higher education, community-based or other professional settings.
- A curriculum vitae
- A teaching portfolio including:

- Recent course evaluations
- Names and contact information for three references
- Unofficial transcripts for highest degree earned or in progress

Posting Detail Information

**Internal or External Position**
- External

**Appointment Date (mm/dd/yyyy)**
- 05/01/2025

**Salary Scale**
- $9,420 per instructional section.

**Post Date**
- 01/22/2025

**Close Date**
- 02/02/2025

**Open Until Filled**
- No