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Instructor, School of Continuing Education - Civic Governance and InnovationUniversity of the Fraser Valley • Abbotsford, BC, CA
Instructor, School of Continuing Education - Civic Governance and Innovation

Instructor, School of Continuing Education - Civic Governance and Innovation

University of the Fraser Valley • Abbotsford, BC, CA
4 days ago
Salary
CA$35.33 hourly
Job type
  • Temporary
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Abbotsford (Clearbrook)
Application deadline: May 29, 2026

Job Number: J0426-1076 Status: Temporary Open Positions: 1 Salary Schedule: Continuing Education Auxiliary Schedule, Group B Hours/Week: 6 Salary: $35.33 - $70.42/Hour

Job Summary

Continuing Education instructors are experienced, practicing professionals in their subject areas. They teach previously developed and/or assist in the development of course materials to meet learning outcomes, and they incorporate their expertise, real-life examples, and effective teaching strategies into the course and materials. CE instructors document their students’ attendance, participation, and progress; grade assignments and assessments; and create a student-centred learning environment that encourages student involvement and participation. They are experienced with supporting computer-based, synchronous and asynchronous courses, using various technologies and learning management systems.

The Continuing Education department invites applicants to apply to join a pool of instructors qualified to teach in the following program:

Civic Governance and Innovation Certificate Program
(Applicant must be available and willing to teach through the Fall, as of September 1st 2026.)

The program is comprised of the courses below:

• CIVI 200 – Evidence Based Decision Making
• CIVI 202 – Civic Governance in British Columbia and the Fraser Valley
• CIVI 302 – Changemaking in Local Government Systems
• CIVI 311 – How Cities Work
• CIVI 312 – Risk Tolerance and Capacity Building in Local Government
• CIVI 400 – Capstone Project in Civic Governance and Innovation

Please see detailed requirements below.

Qualifications

Required qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, Urban Studies, Planning, Governance, or a related field, from a recognized post-secondary institution.
  • Five years relevant professional experience.
  • Expertise in civic governance and innovation, including topics such as evidence-based decision-making, political culture, public engagement, organizational change, or risk management in government settings, consistent with the program’s learning outcomes.
  • Advanced digital technology skills.
  • Proficient in using Microsoft 365, Teams, Outlook and Teams.

Preferred qualifications

  • Instructor training and certification (e.g., Provincial Instructor Diploma, Train the Trainer certification, recognized teaching credential, or other educational programs for teaching adults).
  • Experience working with or alongside local governments, regional districts, or public-sector organizations, with an understanding of the British Columbia local government context preferred.
  • Experience teaching or mentoring adult learners in a clinical setting preferred.
  • Advanced digital technology skills; experience with online instruction using Learning Management System (LMS) platforms such as Moodle or Brightspace.
  • Commitment to supporting Indigenization and decolonization in post-secondary education, with a willingness to reflect these values in teaching practice.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter by the application deadline.

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