Instructor - Academic Upgrading

About Bow Valley College

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by preparing them for in-demand jobs through high-quality, future-oriented education. We advance our graduates into careers in healthcare, technology, business, entertainment arts, social services, and more, contributing to our economy and community. We evolve our students through work-integrated learning, upskilling, and reskilling. Proud to be named one of Canada’s Top 50 research colleges, our applied research focuses on health and educational technology, and social innovation. Home to the Digital Entertainment Nexus, Calgary’s first esports arena, and the Bears varsity team, Bow Valley College is celebrating 60 years of student success. Learn more about the opportunities we create at bowvalleycollege.ca. 

Position Summary

Instructors in the School of Foundational Learning are responsible for providing instruction to learners; evaluating learner progress, designing and developing curriculum and instructional materials, and supporting learners in meeting the learning outcomes of their courses and programs.

The Instructor guides the development of curriculum, courses, and methodologies to address the learning requirements within the Humanities discipline. They work collaboratively with faculty and internal stakeholders to facilitate inclusive learning opportunities for learners of varying skill levels and experience, and support internal research into continuous instructional improvement.

Position responsibilities and accountabilities include but are not limited to:

Provides Quality Instruction In Courses as Assigned

• Instructs courses as assigned.


• Prepares and updates course syllabus/outline and content independently and as part of a team.


• Creates lesson plans and course schedule independently and as part of a team.


• Develops and updates curriculum, manuals and guides as assigned.


• Evaluates learner performance on an ongoing basis and provides learners and administrators with learner progress reports.


• Develops and delivers suitable assessment criteria.


• Maintains officials’ records as required.

• Provides one-to-one instructional support for learners outside of the classroom, as needed.

Provides a Positive Learning Experience for Students

• Meets and/or contacts students regarding any academic issues (for example: attendance, conduct, performance).


• Identifies areas of concerns and refers to supervisor as needed.


• Refers students to other institutional supports as required (for example: tutoring, counseling).


• Ensures that all accommodations are met.


• Supports the program in awarding of scholarships and bursaries.


• Participates in college and departmental events that promote student success (for example: orientation, open house, graduation).

Builds and Maintains Relationships with Internal and External Stakeholders and Promote the Department and the College

• Keeps current regarding changes in industry and updates and revises curriculum as required.


• Assists with articulation and transfer activity as required.


• Participates in recruitment events as schedule permits.

Other Duties/Special Projects

• Follows College policies and procedures and completes professional development requirements 
  


• Completes all mandatory College training.


• Ability and willingness to participate in applied research.
  
  


• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor of Education.


• 2 years teaching experience.


• Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate (Interim or Permanent).


• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered


• If your education was received internationally we will require you provide an international education assessment through IQAS, WES, or one of the other nationally designated organizations upon hire

This opening is a continuous Faculty position. Please note all successful candidates will be required to provide copies of government issued identification and proof of educational qualifications upon hire and may be required to provide an enhanced police information check.

Closing Date: July 18, 2025

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

Bow Valley College is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who would contribute to the further diversification of our employees including, but not limited to, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.