Sessional Instructor, Early Childhood Care & Education (PA)

Sessional Instructor, Early Childhood Care & Education (PA)

Position Details: Posting Number Posting Number F1645

Position Information

Position Title

Sessional Instructor, Early Childhood Care & Education (PA) Division Health & Human Services Department Early Childhood Care and Education Supervisor Title Dean, Faculty of Health and Human Services Location Port Alberni(PA) 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) Monday: 1:00-3:00 & Thursday: 9:00-3:00 % 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

• Applications are invited from qualified individuals to instruct in the Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCE) Certificate program at North Island College (NIC). The sessional instructional assignment, up to 25%, involves teaching the practice course ECC 140: Practice Experience I to a cohort of ECCE certificate students using a blended delivery method at the Port Alberni campus. The successful candidate will implement creative strategies in the preparation and delivery of practice course activities; use initiative in providing documentation and follow-up with regard to student concerns and problem resolution; and bring facilitation skills to management of conflict. The schedule for this assignment will be flexible to meet the needs of the program. 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, relational 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. IMPORTANT NOTES: Please read the Immunization requirements for Health and Human Services Faculty, located on left menu list under Criminal Records Check – Immunizations. In accordance with the Criminal Records and Review Act, it is mandatory that faculty hired under the Health and Human Services department have a clear Criminal Record. Faculty members must provide a Clear Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the Human Resources Department prior to the commencement of employment. Please scan your CRC for attachment. If your CRC is not available at the time of application, please attach a copy of your CRC Consent form. For more information and necessary forms, click on the Criminal Records Check – Immunizations link located on the left menu list. 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 practicums. Position Competencies
• Creates a Positive Climate and Culture;
• Effective Communication Skills;
• 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 4-14, Grade System;
• 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;

Job Description: Faculty Sessional

Additional Information

• The Selection Advisory Committee will begin reviewing applications on July 21, 2026; however, the position will remain open until filled. If you are an internal applicant and you have received advanced notice of layoff in an appointment letter, or if you are currently laid off for all or a portion of your workload, please note this at the commencement of your cover letter, and include the effective day of layoff and the percentage of the layoff. Quick Link for Postings https://careers.nic.bc.ca/postings/7871 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
• How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Public Job Posting Internal Job Posting Agency Referral Advertisement/Publication Personal Referral Website Other This position requires an on campus presence at the applicable campus location(s). This means the successful candidate is responsible to relocate within a reasonable distance of the applicable campus posted. Please select from the following that best describes your situation: I currently reside within a reasonable commute to the campus location posted. I do not currently reside within a reasonable commute to the campus location posted, however I am planning to relocate if found to be the successful candidate. I do not currently reside within a reasonable commute to the campus location posted, and I have no plan to relocate . Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Transcripts Optional Documents Criminal Reference Check