Project Engineer, Online Teaching

BCIT’s School of Business + Media – Instructor – UI/UX Associate Certificate Program

BCIT’s School of Business + Media is seeking an instructor to teach in the UI/UX Associate Certificate Program at the Royal Roads University – John Horgan Campus in Langford, BC. Courses will be delivered face-to-face and include GDES 2150 Introductory UI/UX and MDIA 2330 UI/UX Prototyping Tools.

Duties & Responsibilities The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic, student-centred educator with strong practical experience in user interface and user experience design, including user research, prototyping, and usability testing. We are looking for an individual who demonstrates a commitment to teaching excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in a rapidly evolving design industry. The ideal candidate values collaboration, contributes positively to a team environment, and is dedicated to supporting student success.

The successful applicant can expect to deliver UI/UX curriculum, provide constructive feedback, and maintain alignment with program learning outcomes while fostering an engaging and supportive learning environment. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Interaction Design, User Experience Design, Graphic Design, Digital Media, Computer Science, or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum five (5) years of relevant industry experience in UI/UX design, interaction design, or a related field, with demonstrated proficiency in user research, prototyping, and usability testing.
• Demonstrated teaching experience at the post-secondary level or a clear commitment to developing teaching skills, including willingness to take courses in BCIT’s
  Associate Certificate in Polytechnic Teaching if not already held.
• Proficiency with industry-standard design tools
  , including Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud and related applications used for UI/UX work.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  , with the ability to explain concepts clearly, provide constructive critique, and support diverse learners.
• Evidence of professional engagement with the design industry
  , such as client work, studio practice, freelance work, or participation in professional organizations.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty and staff in a fast-paced, team-oriented academic environment.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in teaching and design practice.

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to build strong rapport with students and create an inclusive, supportive, and engaging learning environment.
• Approachable, adaptable, and receptive to feedback
  , with a willingness to update curriculum and teaching methods to reflect emerging UI/UX design practices.
• Advanced proficiency in UI/UX design
  , including information architecture, interaction design patterns, accessibility standards, and mobile-first design principles.
• Experience teaching UI/UX across different levels (introductory to advanced) or in multiple program contexts.
• Familiarity with contemporary UI/UX trends, including design systems, variable components, and accessibility considerations in interface design.
• Strong organizational and classroom management skills
  , including the ability to guide critiques and evaluate student work effectively and fairly.
• Experience developing instructional materials
  , assignments, or assessments aligned with program learning outcomes.
• Active involvement in the design community
  , such as attending conferences, professional development workshops, or participating in professional organizations.
• Ability to integrate real-world examples from industry practice to enhance student learning and career readiness.

Benefits – Why you’d love working with us

• Competitive pay
• Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending…