NICOLA VALLEY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Vancouver Campus: Term Instructors - Fall 2008/ Spring 2009
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
NVIT is an Aboriginal public post-secondary institution designated as a Provincial Institute under the College and Institute Act of British Columbia. As a fully accredited member of BC’s post-secondary education system, we provide a comprehensive range of programs up to the degree level. NVIT is located in the city of Merritt in South Central BC, and has recently added a new campus to serve Aboriginal students in Greater Vancouver and the surrounding communities.
Job Summary:
NVIT anticipates the need for term instructors at the Vancouver campus for the following courses and invites applications from qualified candidates. Please specify the courses you are qualified to teach. All course offerings are subject to student enrolment.
FALL 08
ACED 115 Introduction to Accounting for Continuing Education
CRIM 101 Introduction to Criminology
CRIM 103 Psychological Explanations of Criminal and Deviant Behaviour
FNSC 106 Exploring the Natural Sciences
INST 271 Land Title: A Global Perspective
PHIL 100 Introduction to Critical Thinking
SOCI 111 Introduction to Sociology I
SPRING 09
CRIM 230 Criminal Law in Canada
FNSC 107 Environmental Sciences
SOCI 121 Introduction to Sociology II
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
Ø possess a Bachelors or Masters Degree in a related field or have equivalent training and experience
Ø post secondary teaching experience with First Nations adult learners is preferred
Ø excellent teaching and human relations skills - faculty members are expected to contribute positively to the life of the school and community
Ø knowledge of First Nations culture is mandatory
Ø ability to speak an aboriginal language(or be willing to learn)
Start Date: August 25, 2008 for Fall Term, January 2, 2009 for Spring Term
Salary: $5,644.59 per course
Resume Review: July 25, 2008
Apply to: Leah Garcia-Gray
Human Resources
4155 Belshaw St.
Merritt, BC V1K 1R1
Phone: (250) 378-3308
Fax: (250) 378-3332
Email: lgarcia@nvit.bc.ca
NVIT’s mission is to provide quality Aboriginal education and support services appropriate to student success and community development.
NVIT gives high priority to First Nations candidates. All applicants should be experienced in working with First Nations people.
