Plan and prepare learning materials for instructional environments.
Use a variety of approaches and materials to address different learning needs.
Teach assigned subject areas and include required subject matter/skill activities in courses and course outlines.
Direct student learning in a positive, supportive, and caring environment.
Be available to students regularly during scheduled office hours and classroom hours to discuss progress and learning issues (30 hours/wk.).
Communicate learning outcomes in writing and how learners will be evaluated against those outcomes.
Design and conduct evaluations/appraisals and keep students informed of progress.
Submit grades in a timely manner according to college policy.
Maintain records of student enrollment and achievement and other required records; submit marks and student records to the department Chair at end of employment.
Work within college educational policies and contribute to education/strategic plan goals.
Advise the Department Chair on ordering needs for books, supplies, and equipment.
Advise the Department Chair on enrollment management strategies (recruitment and retention).
Advise appropriate administrators/campus committees of health and safety concerns and assist in rectifying problems.
Maintain continuous professional development of competencies and qualifications.
Participate in college community activities/committees and department meetings when possible.
Undertake other related duties as assigned when course load permits
Requirements summary
Experience teaching and mentoring in Ayajuthem language.
Demonstrated experience working with fluent speakers, Elders, or Knowledge Keepers in language transmission.
Experience teaching/facilitating/supporting adult learners, preferably in Indigenous or community-based settings.
Lived or community-based knowledge of Coast Salish culture, history, and protocols.
Proficiency with Ayajuthem and the Ayajuthem alphabet; ability to work with fluent speakers to facilitate learning.
Ability to teach foundational phonetics, pronunciation, and conversational language in accessible ways.
Skilled in creating a safe, inclusive, culturally grounded learning environment.
Background/knowledge in student assessment tools and placement testing.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills in an inter-cultural learning environment.
Proven instructional abilities using creative and motivating approaches.
Orientation towards student learning; strong organizational and time management skills; ability to plan/prioritize and meet deadlines.
Trauma-informed and culturally responsive teaching approach.
Proficiency with computer applications and word processing.
BC Teaching Certificate or Provincial Instructors Diploma highly desirable.
Bachelor’s Degree with emphasis on second language acquisition methods (e.g., Dr.
Greymorning Method, Total Physical Response, comprehensible input).
Master’s Degree in Indigenous Education/Indigenous Language highly desirable.
Preference for qualified instructors with Indigenous ancestry
Bachelor’s Degree with emphasis on second language acquisition (e.g., Dr. Greymorning Method, Total Physical Response, comprehensible input methods)Master’s Degree in Indigenous Education/Indigenous Language (highly desirable)BC Teaching Certificate or Provincial Instructors Diploma (highly desirable)Leadership and teaching skillsComputer applications and word processingOrganizational and time managementAyajuthem language instructionAyajuthem alphabet proficiencyPhonetics and pronunciation teachingConversational language facilitationLanguage transmission with fluent speakers, Elders, or Knowledge KeepersSecond language acquisition methodsDr. Greymorning MethodTotal Physical ResponseComprehensible input methods
Job description
Instructor, Ayajuthem 096
Position Details: Posting Number Posting Number F1626
Position Information
Position Title
Instructor, Ayajuthem 096 Division Access & Regions Department Indigenous Education Supervisor Title Executive Director, Indigenous Education Location Any NIC Campus Posting Type Internal/External Posting Position Status Sessional If Others, please specify New Position or Replacement? New Position End Date (if temporary) 12/18/2026 Desired Start Date 08/31/2026 Weekly work schedule (please indicate the start and end times for each day of work) Schedule TBD % 25 Pay Grade The annual salary range is $70,437- $112,872 (at 100% appointment) and is based on qualifications, experience, and the placement criteria of Article 14 of the NICFA Collective agreement.
Position Summary
Course Description: Students will learn basic conversation, structure, and pronunciation with a focus on listening and speaking during Ayajuthem language immersion sets. The units will cover a wide variety of themes including greetings, social interaction, activities of daily living, community, environment, and culture. Combined, these encompass worldview and give insight into how Ayajuthem is essential to who we are as Homalco, Klahoose, K’omoks, and Tla’amin First Nations people. Students will gain a basic understanding of learner strategies and methods that are advantageous for Indigenous language acquisition. Delivery Format: Scheduled Digital Delivery Schedule: September 9, 2026- December 2, 2026 Wednesdays 5:30pm-8:30pm ( The day and time of the synchronous online session may be determined with the appointed instructor, provided the course is delivered within the required term timeframe.) The teaching faculty of North Island College are responsible for implementing the College’s vision, goals, and objectives as they relate to teaching and learning. To carry out their teaching assignments, faculty use organizational skills, inter-personal skills, and their knowledge of subject matter, pedagogy, and curricular design. In addition, they have a responsibility to serve as role models for students and colleagues. The responsibilities and typical duties listed below constitute a generic job description for teaching faculty whose responsibility may be for the delivery of scheduled classes, the support of self-paced, on-line, and distance courses, and/or instruction and supervision in laboratories, practicums, shops, etc. Position Competencies
Trauma-informed and culturally responsive teaching
Interpersonal, oral, and written communication
Curricular design and course outline development
Learner strategies and methods for Indigenous language acquisition
Effectively Develops Goals & Objectives;
Focuses Effectively on Key Results and Priorities;
Demonstrates a Focus on Continuous Improvement;
Interpersonal Effectiveness.
Duties & Responsibilities
1.0 instructional
To plan and prepare learning materials for instructional environments;
To use a variety of approaches and materials, as appropriate, in order to address different learning needs;
To teach in assigned subject areas and to include in courses, and in course outlines, all required subject matter or skill activity;
To direct student learning in a positive, supportive, and caring environment;
To be available to students regularly during scheduled office hours and classroom hours, to discuss their progress and other issues that influence their learning. (30 hours/wk.) (See Policy #3-03: Faculty Absence from Class – Cancellation of Classes);
To clearly communicate in writing learning outcomes for programs and courses, and the way in which learners will be evaluated against those outcomes;
To design and conduct evaluations or appraisals of students and to keep students informed of their progress;
To submit grades in a timely manner, in accordance with Policy 4-15, Reporting Final Grades;
To maintain records of student enrollment and achievement and other records required by the College and affiliated agencies. At the end of employment with the College, to submit marks and student records to the department Chair. 2.0 TYPICAL PROFESSIONAL DUTIES OF INSTRUCTIONAL FACULTY
To be aware of, and to work within, College educational policies;
To be aware of the Education and Strategic plans and to contribute to their development and assist in the achievement of its goals and objectives;
To advise the Department Chair, within a reasonable time frame, of items that need to be ordered so that inventories of books, supplies, and equipment are adequate for the courses taught;
To advise the Department Chair regarding enrollment management (recruitment and retention) strategies for their areas of responsibility;
To advise the Department Chair responsible, and the appropriate Administrator and/or Campus Health and Safety Committee, of any health and safety concerns and to assist, where possible, in rectifying the problem;
To demonstrate knowledge of computer applications appropriate to the teaching environment;
To maintain continuous professional development of competencies and qualifications as required in the appropriate discipline;
To participate actively as a contributing member of the College community on College committees and other College-wide activities, where appropriate;
To participate in department meetings and other department activities during normal working hours, when possible;
To undertake other related responsibilities and duties which may be assigned by the College when course load permits. Required Education & Experience
Experience teaching and mentoring in Ayajuthem language;
Demonstrated experience working with fluent speakers, Elders, or Knowledge Keepers in language transmission; Experience teaching, facilitating, or supporting adult learners, preferably in Indigenous or community-based settings ;
Lived or community-based knowledge of Coast Salish culture, history, and protocols
BC Teaching Certificate or Provincial Instructors Diploma is highly desirable.
Bachelor’s Degree with emphasis on second language acquisition such as Dr. Greymorning Method, Total Physical Response and comprehensible input methods.
Master’s Degree in Indigenous Education/Indigenous Language is highly desirable. Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Proficiency with Ayajuthem, proficiency with the Ayajuthem alphabet, and ability to work with fluent speakers to facilitate learning.
Ability to teach foundational phonetics, pronunciation, and conversational language in accessible ways
Skilled in creating a safe, inclusive, and culturally grounded learning environment
Background and knowledge in the use of student assessment tools and placement testing;
Combination of excellent leadership and teaching skills with a strong commitment to academic excellence and student success;
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communications skills, particularly in an inter-cultural learning environment;
Proven instructional abilities, using creative and motivating approaches to stimulate learning;
Orientation towards student learning;
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to plan and prioritize, and efficiently meet deadlines;
Trauma-informed and culturally responsive teaching approach
Proficiency with computer applications and word processing.
Preference will be given to qualified instructors with Indigenous ancestry Special Instructions to Applicant Please scan copies of your transcripts into one document for attachment. If your transcripts are not available at the time of application, please attach a letter or certificate of confirmation from the educational institution. Posting Detail Information Posting Open Date 06/15/2026 Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes
Job Description: Faculty Sessional
Additional Information
Quick Link for Postings https://careers.nic.bc.ca/postings/7807 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). North Island College received special program approval by the BC Human Rights Commissioner to restrict the hiring of a person of Indigenous ancestry for this position. Please indicate if you are of Indigenous descent. Yes No Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Transcripts Optional Documents
