CS Instructor - Adult Mandarin School

Interested in a career at Langara College? Our employees exemplify Langara's values of excellence, collegiality, innovation and integrity. 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.

Employee Group:
Continuing Studies
Employee Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)

Start Date:

Monday, January 4 2027
End Date (if applicable):
Friday, April 30 2027

Reporting to the Program Coordinator, the Instructor is responsible for the delivery and student evaluation of the assigned course as described in the curriculum/course outline. Instructors are responsible for preparing materials that fulfil the course learning outcomes, planning lessons, developing assignments and exams that reflect the integrated nature of the curriculum.

• Course Preparation, delivery, and administrative duties
• Develops and/or revises curriculum in consultation with the Program Coordinator as required
• Updates the course structure, teaching methods and evaluation tools as necessary
• Selects and applies appropriate resources to enhance curriculum delivery
• Delivers the curriculum in accordance with the course outline
• Maintains a comprehensive and current knowledge of assigned subject areas
• Facilitates the achievement of course learning outcomes and the educational goals of the students
• Creates an environment conducive to purposeful learning and positive interaction
• Monitors student performance and provides constructive feedback to the students throughout the duration of the learning process
• Records student attendance
• Ensures that all furniture and equipment in a classroom is returned to its original position at the end of class
• Administers the Course Evaluation Form by the students according to stated procedures
• Submits reports and records, including final grade breakdown, timesheets and attendance registers on time and in accordance with prescribed procedures
• Input final grades into Langara’s student management system within 10 business days of the final class/exam
• Sets and models a high standard of professional behaviour and appropriate appearance
• Adheres to the Policies and Procedures of Langara College
• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with administrators, peers, support staff, students and the community at large
• Participates in scheduled meetings and appropriate college-related activities as requested by the Program Coordinator

A Master’s Degree in appropriate discipline from an accredited university or license/designation in related field. In some programs Bachelor degree in related discipline is acceptable. Specialized training or exposure to program area for which the position is responsible. Minimum 2 years teaching experience in a similar course or related subject in a post-secondary institution. Experience in developing course materials/curriculum Sound knowledge of contemporary adult education principles.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Strong communication skills, verbal and written. Ability to develop and implement new strategies, policies and procedures. Ability to interpret and apply College, government, agency, and departmental policies, procedures and guidelines. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to exercise a high level of initiative and responsibility. Ability to use tact and discretion to deal with or settle complex requests or complaints.

Ability to communicate effectively with…