Instructional Assistant C, Culinary Arts

**Pclass #**
- S9891

**Who We Are**
- We acknowledge that Vancouver Community College (VCC) is located on the traditional unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of this land from time immemorial.

For over 60 years, VCC has been a leader in innovative, experiential post-secondary learning. We’re one of B.C’s top employers and we are proud to inspire students to discover their passions, gain essential skills, and learn what it takes to succeed in a competitive workforce.

At VCC, we respect and celebrate our differences, and are committed to the work of decolonization, accessibility, and inclusivity for all. Be a part of creating an inclusive community that provides equitable opportunities for Indigenous and diverse representation, participation, and success for everyone.

**Position Summary**
- This position is responsible for assisting classroom instructors in the performance of their duties by performing a wide variety of duties including preparing/maintaining instructional materials and supplies, setting up classroom demonstrations, overseeing students and providing other general clerical support.

**Duties & Responsibilities**
- Assists instructors in the operation of courses; prepares, sets up and assists with classroom demonstrations and/or events; prepares instructional support material; supervises and assists students with lab projects; and marks student assignments/examinations as required.
- Monitors, maintains and orders inventory of program supplies. Conducts periodic inventory counts.
- Issues equipment and supplies to students and instructors and maintains storage areas in a clean, orderly and safe fashion.
- Provides assistance to customers as necessary, answers questions and accepts orders.
- Performs quality control of all products ensuring specifications meet established requirements.
- Provides general administrative support, inputs data into the computer system, creates and maintains schedules.
- May prepare purchase and requisitions orders and assist with receiving and processing of inventory supplies.
- Provides coverage for other Instruction Assistants during vacations.
- Performs other related duties as required.

**Qualifications**

**Education and Experience**
- Grade 12 including Grade 12 English, Mathematics and computer/keyboarding skills and Journeyman’s Red Seal certificate, Cook’s trade qualification and 4 years’ related industry experience or an equivalent combination of training and/or experience may be substituted for the required qualifications.

**Skills and Abilities**
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a member of a team. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, faculty and outside customers.
- Good organization and time management skills skills with the ability to prioritize and manage several time-sensitive issues at any given time. Works effectively in fast-paced, physically active and generally stressful environment.
- Ability to function professionally, pleasantly and efficiently during periods of high stress.
- Knowledge of procedures, techniques and methodologies of classroom management involved in providing instruction support services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of program content and instructional material.
- Sound knowledge of classroom management techniques.
- Ability to effectively assist instructors with lab and classroom set-up and demonstrate techniques as requested.
- Ability to relieve supervisors of routine day-to-day administrative matters.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written and spoken English.
- Computer experience with proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
- Ability to lift up to 20kg.

**Salary Range - Prorated based on FTE**
- PAYGRADE 22 - $30.17 - $35.92 hourly rate ($2,150 to 2,514 bi-weekly)

Posting Detail Information

**Employment Group**
- Support Staff (CUPE)

**Type of Position**
- Permanent

**Employment Type**
- Full Time

**Department**
- CULINARY ARTS

**Primary Location - This position may require you to work at all VCC locations.**
- Downtown

**Is this posting only for internal applicants?**
- Yes
- 06/26/2025

**Position End Date - For Temporary Positions**

**Vacation Blackout Dates**
- na

**Number of Hours per Week**
- 35

**Work Schedule - Hours may vary according to the needs of the Department**
- 6:30 am -2:00 pm Mon-Fri
or
1:30 pm - 9:00 pm Mon-Thur and Friday 7:00 am -2:30 pm
or
As required by the department

**Eligible for Fortnight**
- No

**Special Instructions to Applicant**
- Vancouver Community College is committed to maintaining a work force that represents the diverse community we serve and we encourage all qualified applicants.

**Posting Open Date**
- 06/18/2025

**Posting Close Date**
- 07/02/2025

**Is this a pooled posting?**
- No