Employment Opportunities - Nicola Valley Institute of Technology :

BC's Indigenous Public Post-Secondary Institute

Term Instructor(s) - Indigenous Human Services (Whitehorse, Yukon Territory)

Type:		Term
Opening Date For Accepting Applications:		Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Resume Review:		Ongoing
Position Start Date:		September 17, 2024
Salary:		$7,600 per section
Contact:		Human Resources
Email:		hr@nvit.ca
Phone:		250-378-3308
Address:		NVIT 4155 Belshaw St. Merritt, BC, V1K 1R1
NVIT is BC's Indigenous Public Post-Secondary Institute. As a leader in Indigenous post-secondary education and a fully accredited member of BC's post-secondary education system, we provide a comprehensive range of programs up to the degree level at our campuses in Merritt and Burnaby. NVIT also delivers programs online and in Indigenous communities throughout British Columbia. Join a growing and innovative institution committed to making a difference in Indigenous education and communities. With an institutional mission to empower learners by strengthening voice and identity through education, NVIT employees honour an atmosphere embedded in Indigenous culture and traditions while cultivating an environment founded on learner centred principles that promote student recruitment, engagement and achievement.
Job Description: NVIT anticipates the need for term instructors to teach courses within the Indigenous Human Services Certificate and invites applications from qualified candidates. Instructors will be teaching courses virtually. This is in conjunction with the Council of Yukon First Nations in Whitehorse, Yukon Territory. The Indigenous Human Service Diploma prepares learners with a career in non-profit agencies, Indigenous communities, and government. Graduates will be able to provide support and assistance to individuals, families and communities coping with economic disadvantage, mental health issues, developmental, gender and diversity issues, as well as challenges such as addictions, family change and involvement with the justice system. Learners who wish to continue their education have the opportunity to ladder into the Social Work Degree Program at NVIT. Year One: September 17, 2024 – August 31, 2025 ENGL 101 – Foundations for Academic Writing ENGL 110 – English Composition PSYC 111 – Introduction to Psychology I PSYC 121 – Introduction to Psychology II IHMS 110 - Fundamentals to Interpersonal Communication IHMS 120 - Introduction to Indigenous Studies and Human Service Practice IHMS 130 -Introduction to Professional Human Service Practice IHMS 140 - Introduction to Working with Substance Use IHMS 150 - Introduction to the Family in Human Service Practice IHMS 160 - Fieldwork Education Practicum Applicants should indicate which courses they are qualified for and interested in teaching. Program details can be found at: Certificate - https://www.nvit.ca/Indigenous-Human-Services-Certificate/program.aspx
Requirements/Qualifications: Master’s Degree in related field; Post-secondary teaching experience (with Aboriginal adult learners preferred); Knowledge of classroom teaching and learning practices; Excellent teaching and human relations skills - faculty members are expected to contribute positively to the life of the school and community; and Demonstrated understanding of Indigenous ways of knowing.
As an Indigenous centre for excellence, NVIT inspires learners to strengthen community. NVIT gives high priority to Aboriginal candidates. All applicants should be experienced in working with Aboriginal people.