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Instructor, Heavy Mechanical

Selkirk College's School of Industry and Trades Training requires Relief Instructors to teach within the Heavy Mechanical program at the Silver King Campus. The successful applicants will be required, as assigned, to provide instruction in all levels of the program delivered by the College. The successful applicants will demonstrate the desire to become a member of a highly motivated Selkirk College team.

Location
Nelson
Department
Education
Subdepartment
School of Industry and Trades Training
Employee Group
BCGEU
Recruitment Type
Internal / External
Appointment Type
Non Regular
FTE
0
Desired Start Date
10/01/2025
End Date (if applicable)
31/08/2025
Closing Date
28/02/2025
Competition #
14177

Main Duties and Responsibilities

  • Instruct within the Heavy Mechanical program

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

  • A learner-centered teaching philosophy
  • Aptitude engaging students at all levels
  • Excellent communication, leadership, team work, and time management skills
  • Initiative and dedication to provide a quality and motivated learning environment
  • Demonstrate the desire to become a member of a highly motivated Selkirk College team

Education and Experience

  • High school graduation or equivalent
  • Heavy Mechanical Technician’s Certificate of Qualification and Interprovincial (IP) Red Seal Certification
  • Minimum five (5) years of experience working in the industry as a Journeyperson Heavy Mechanical Technician
  • Computer literacy in word processing, electronic mail and appropriate software applications
  • Post-secondary teaching experience is an asset
  • Demonstrated curriculum development skills is an asset
  • Provincial Instructor Diploma (PID) program or BC Teaching Certification is an asset

This is a non-regular, on-call position commencing as soon as possible, and ending August 31, 2025. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the BCGEU Collective Agreement. The salary range is $46.05 - $73.80 per hour based on qualifications and experience.

We encourage applications from members of groups that have been or are currently marginalized on any grounds, including those enumerated under the BC Human Rights Code. Selkirk College supports applicants with disabilities and will accommodate a candidate’s accessibility needs during the recruitment process in accordance with the BC Human Rights Code and the Accessible British Columbia Act. If you need any adjustments to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@selkirk.ca.

Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada to accept a job offer. Permanent jobs are open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, unless otherwise stated in the posting. Candidates with a valid work permit may be eligible for temporary work over the duration of their work permit.

Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to apply with their chronological resume (along with cover letter and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) by end of day on the closing date.