Western Community College·Abbotsford, British Columbia
Deliver Early Childhood Education courses through both face-to-face and virtual formats. Responsibilities include assessing student progress, revising course syllabi, and collaborating with faculty and the ECE Advisory Committee.
Western Community College is a privately held provider of post-secondary education in British Columbia, offering a Bachelor of Hospitality Management degree program and more than 65 career training diploma and certificate programs in the fields of business, accounting, healthcare, education, hospitality, information technology, legal studies, and warehousing, using industry-based market-driven curriculums. We provide a dynamic, collaborative, and engaging learning environment to our students with a very high standard of community-driven post-secondary education.
Job Title: ECE Instructor
The Instructors in the Early Childhood Education Program shall be appointed by the ECE Program Manager of Western Community College upon the recommendation of the President and the Dean of Programs. The salary and terms of employment shall be fixed by the Dean upon the recommendation of the President. This position reports to the ECE Program Coordinator or as designated by the President.
To be successful in the role, candidates need to demonstrate the following competencies/skills: Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning principles and inclusive teaching practices. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to evaluate student progress fairly and supportively. Comfort with digital tools and online learning platforms (e.g., Moodle, MS Teams) is an asset. Willingness to teach in multiple instructional formats and settings.
Minimally a diploma in Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood Care and Education and two (2) years of full-time work experience within an Early Childhood setting. OR Ten (10) years of full-time work experience within the Early Childhood Field. AND Member in good standing with the ECE Registry. Follow the Code of Ethics as outlined by the Early Childhood Educators of British Columbia (ECEBC). Available to teach at multiple campuses Able to periodically travel between Surrey and Abbotsford for other non-teaching-related responsibilities such as meetings. Flexibility to teach evening/weekend classes as assigned. Sound computer proficiency is required, especially in Microsoft 365, PowerPoint, and database input for grading. Experience teaching online and in-person classes. Proficiency in using various platforms and tools, such as Learning Management Systems (LMS) and MS Teams, for delivering online content, managing classes, and interacting with students.
Market context
Classroom teacher roles in British Columbia are often shaped by steady demand for educators who can support diverse learners and meet district curriculum needs. These positions can be competitive because employers may look for current teaching credentials, classroom experience, and evidence of instructional planning, while the salary range of CAD 70,437–112,872 reflects the role’s scope. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm any credential or certification details before applying.
