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Instructor

Langara CollegeVancouver, BC
30+ days ago
Salary
CAD45.88–CAD142.49 hourly
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

Job Description :

The Department of Social Services at Langara College launched a two-year diploma program in Gerontology in September 2018, and a one-year certificate program in September 2022.

The successful applicant will work as a member of the Social Services Department, teaching

GERO 1215 : Communication Skills with Older Adults II, to students in the Gerontology program.

Duties will include :

  • Preparation and delivery of curriculum.
  • Maintaining office hours and availability to consult with students;
  • Evaluating student performance;
  • Attending meetings both internally in the College and externally in the community
  • In the case of a continuing appointment, there will be additional departmental and college duties
  • Working within the context of the policies and procedures of Langara College, the Department of Social Services, and the British Columbia Social Work Code of Ethics.

Required Qualifications :

  • Minimum Master’s degree in Social Work;
  • Eligible for Registration with the College of Social Workers of BC;
  • Demonstrated expertise in the field of Gerontology.
  • Minimum 5 years post-Masters experience in social work practice;
  • Minimum 3 years teaching experience in public post-secondary institution(s);
  • Excellent communication skills;
  • Relevant involvement in the community;
  • Knowledge of community resources;
  • Basic computer literacy
  • There is potential for additional work in the Department of Social Services.

    Salary Range : 45.88 - $142.49

    Salary Range Placement : Salary placement is on Langara instructors’ salary scale in accordance with qualifications and experience.

    Pay Grade : LFA Instructional

    Closing Date :

    People and Culture is committed to embracing, honoring, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We remain dedicated to focusing our efforts on creating an inclusive employee community that fosters a sense of safety and belonging for everyone. We humbly acknowledge that we are just beginning our journey, which includes engaging in our own internal learning and creating a data-driven action plan that supports the integration of EDI practice into the work of People and Culture and the work we do with employees and leaders. Langara College welcomes applications from everyone including people from groups that are experiencing inequity including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please us.

    Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of educational and professional credentials noted on their resume.  In addition, those shortlisted with   international credentials must have their education credentials evaluated through WES (World Education Services) and provide Langara College, People & Culture document evaluation access for employment purposes.

    We thank you for your interest in Langara College and for taking the time to complete an application. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to the number of applications received.

    Langara is committed to enhancing our diverse workforce.