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Instructor - Department of Social Services

Job in Burnaby, BC, Canada
Listing for: Langara College
Part Time, Seasonal/Temporary, Contract position
Listed on 2026-07-08
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Adult Education, College Lecturer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 46.06 CAD Hourly CAD 46.06 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Interested in a career at Langara College?

Our employees exemplify Langara's values of excellence, collegiality, innovation and integrity. If you think this position fits your qualifications, we encourage you to apply!

Langara College is located in Vancouver, B.C.: applicants to postings must be located in BC or willing to move to BC to accept work with Langara College. Exceptions to this will be clearly outlined in the event Langara College requires work (or positions to be based) to be performed outside BC or Canada.

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Job Title:

Instructor - Department of Social Services Employee Group:

LFAEmployee Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Start Date:

Friday, July 31 2026

End Date:

Thursday, December 31 2026

Job Summary:

The Department of Social Services at Langara College delivers a Social Service Worker Certificate.

The successful applicant will work as a member of the Social Services Department, teaching SSRV 1116:
Social Service Methods I, to students in the Certificate program.

This course is scheduled from 130-320 on M/W afternoons.

Job Description:

Duties will include:

Preparation and delivery of curriculum.

Maintaining office hours and availability to consult with students;

Evaluating student performance;

Attending meetings both internally in the College and externally in the community

In the case of a continuing appointment, there will be additional departmental and college duties

Working within the context of the policies and procedures of Langara College, the Department of Social Services, and the British Columbia Social Work Code of Ethics There is potential for additional work in the Department of Social Services.

Course

Description:

A study of the concepts and basic principles of working with people in a helping relationship, including interpersonal skills and self-care.

The course is founded upon a model of client and worker empowerment which incorporates the BC College of Social Workers’ Code of Ethics. Students examine the context and nature of the helping relationship, based on a structural framework for conducting helping interviews. A key part of the course is the ll-building students develop through roleplays, some of which are recorded and critiqued.

Required Qualifications:

Minimum Master’s degree in Social Work;

Eligible for Registration with the College of Social Workers of BC;

Demonstrated expertise in the field of Social Work.

Teaching experience in public post-secondary institution(s) or equivalent;

Excellent communication skills;

Relevant involvement in the community;

Knowledge of community resources;

Basic computer literacy

Additional Info:

Why Join Langara?

At Langara College, we support the College’s vision of promoting wellness and fostering personal and professional growth for our employees. We are dedicated to embracing, honouring, and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, while offering a competitive and inclusive benefits package that reflects our commitment to overall health, financial security, and work-life balance.
** Eligibility and entitlements may vary based on the employment group, and if the position is temporary, part-time, or casual
** We offer the following benefits:

Extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Hybrid-work program for eligible positions

Generous vacation package plus paid time off during college winter closure (1 week in December)
Employer paid defined benefit pension plan Potential eligibility for educational, training, and developmental programs

Access to on-site daycare subject to availability

Tuition waivers for courses at Langara College, subject to space availability

Course/program tuition reimbursements

Wellness classes and campus engagement events

Salary Range:$46.06 - $142.49

Salary Range Placement:
Salary placement is on Langara instructors’ salary scale in accordance with qualifications and experience.

Pay Grade:

LFA Instructional Closing Date:

Sunday, July 19 2026

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