Instructor, Mixology & Oenology
About the role
Ready for a career at Selkirk College?
Selkirk College is committed to building an environment that celebrates diversity, fosters inclusion, provides culturally safe spaces and empowers underrepresented voices. We are proud of the Indigenization Plan and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Action Plan that guide our work, and we actively seek to hire candidates whose values and experiences align with the principles and goals of these plans.
We recognize the need for interventions to overcome systemic barriers to enable inclusion, participation and belonging for individuals with diverse lived experiences. Candidates who don’t have the exact experience or credentials listed in a job posting should still consider applying for roles where they think they’d make a great fit. We are looking for more than what a resumé can show.
Instructor, Mixology & Oenology
The School of Hospitality & Tourism is seeking a qualified instructor to teach a Mixology & Oenology course that introduces students to fundamental beverage knowledge required to manage a resort/hotel beverage operation. This course uses a student-centered approach to blend together theory and practice. The class is taught in-person on the Tenth St Campus in Nelson, BC on Friday mornings from 8:30 am – 12:30 from January to April.
Location
Nelson
Department
Education
Subdepartment
School of Hospitality and Tourism
Employee Group
BCGEU
Recruitment Type
Internal / External
Appointment Type
Non Regular
FTE
17
Hrs / Week
0
Desired Start Date
19/12/2025
End Date (if applicable)
24/04/2026
Closing Date
19/11/2025
Competition #
15094
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Creating and maintaining a positive learning environment while delivering course outcomes.
- Facilitating student learning using relevant application of industry content.
- Administration of course preparation, delivery and grading.
- Evaluation of student progress and achievement through the use of valid and effective assessment and feedback.
- Updating of curriculum to ensure relevance.
- Maintaining professionalism with students and industry relations.
- Participating in school meetings, holding office hours and other duties as assigned by the school chair.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Demonstrated ability to teach.
- A robust understanding of the subject matter and its relationship to the hospitality & tourism industry.
- Excellent communication, team work, and time management skills.
- Proficient computer skills and experience (including Microsoft Word, Excel).
- Working knowledge of Moodle or other Learning Management System or experience in online delivery is an asset.
- Ability to relate with a diversity of students from multiple cultural backgrounds.
Education and Experience
- A combination of post-secondary education and business/hospitality experience equaling a minimum of nine (9) years.
- A diploma in a related field; preference may be given to those with a Degree in a related discipline.
- Senior management experience in the hospitality industry is an asset.
- Previous teaching experience in a post-secondary environment is an asset.
- Provincial Instructional Diploma or equivalent is an asset.
This is a non-regular, part-time (17%) position, commencing December 19, 2025, and ending April 24, 2026. Salary and Benefits are in accordance with the BCGEU Collective Agreement. The salary range is $2,763.30 - $4,428.06 bi-weekly (at 100% appointment) and is based on qualifications and experience.
Please be advised that only job postings listed on the official Selkirk College Careers page at careers.selkirk.ca, or on designated Selkirk College bulletin boards, should be considered current and active. Third-party recruitment websites may display outdated or expired postings without the knowledge or authorization of Selkirk College.
To ensure your application is considered, you must apply directly through the Selkirk College Careers page.
We encourage applications from members of groups that have been or are currently marginalized on any grounds, including those enumerated under the BC Human Rights Code. Selkirk College supports applicants with disabilities and will accommodate a candidate’s accessibility needs during the recruitment process in accordance with the BC Human Rights Code and the Accessible British Columbia Act. If you need any adjustments to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@selkirk.ca**.**
Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada to accept a job offer. Permanent jobs are open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, unless otherwise stated in the posting. Candidates with a valid work permit may be eligible for temporary work over the duration of their work permit.
Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to apply with their chronological resume (along with cover letter and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) by end of day on the closing date.
Instructor, Mixology & Oenology
About the role
Ready for a career at Selkirk College?
Selkirk College is committed to building an environment that celebrates diversity, fosters inclusion, provides culturally safe spaces and empowers underrepresented voices. We are proud of the Indigenization Plan and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Action Plan that guide our work, and we actively seek to hire candidates whose values and experiences align with the principles and goals of these plans.
We recognize the need for interventions to overcome systemic barriers to enable inclusion, participation and belonging for individuals with diverse lived experiences. Candidates who don’t have the exact experience or credentials listed in a job posting should still consider applying for roles where they think they’d make a great fit. We are looking for more than what a resumé can show.
Instructor, Mixology & Oenology
The School of Hospitality & Tourism is seeking a qualified instructor to teach a Mixology & Oenology course that introduces students to fundamental beverage knowledge required to manage a resort/hotel beverage operation. This course uses a student-centered approach to blend together theory and practice. The class is taught in-person on the Tenth St Campus in Nelson, BC on Friday mornings from 8:30 am – 12:30 from January to April.
Location
Nelson
Department
Education
Subdepartment
School of Hospitality and Tourism
Employee Group
BCGEU
Recruitment Type
Internal / External
Appointment Type
Non Regular
FTE
17
Hrs / Week
0
Desired Start Date
19/12/2025
End Date (if applicable)
24/04/2026
Closing Date
19/11/2025
Competition #
15094
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Creating and maintaining a positive learning environment while delivering course outcomes.
- Facilitating student learning using relevant application of industry content.
- Administration of course preparation, delivery and grading.
- Evaluation of student progress and achievement through the use of valid and effective assessment and feedback.
- Updating of curriculum to ensure relevance.
- Maintaining professionalism with students and industry relations.
- Participating in school meetings, holding office hours and other duties as assigned by the school chair.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Demonstrated ability to teach.
- A robust understanding of the subject matter and its relationship to the hospitality & tourism industry.
- Excellent communication, team work, and time management skills.
- Proficient computer skills and experience (including Microsoft Word, Excel).
- Working knowledge of Moodle or other Learning Management System or experience in online delivery is an asset.
- Ability to relate with a diversity of students from multiple cultural backgrounds.
Education and Experience
- A combination of post-secondary education and business/hospitality experience equaling a minimum of nine (9) years.
- A diploma in a related field; preference may be given to those with a Degree in a related discipline.
- Senior management experience in the hospitality industry is an asset.
- Previous teaching experience in a post-secondary environment is an asset.
- Provincial Instructional Diploma or equivalent is an asset.
This is a non-regular, part-time (17%) position, commencing December 19, 2025, and ending April 24, 2026. Salary and Benefits are in accordance with the BCGEU Collective Agreement. The salary range is $2,763.30 - $4,428.06 bi-weekly (at 100% appointment) and is based on qualifications and experience.
Please be advised that only job postings listed on the official Selkirk College Careers page at careers.selkirk.ca, or on designated Selkirk College bulletin boards, should be considered current and active. Third-party recruitment websites may display outdated or expired postings without the knowledge or authorization of Selkirk College.
To ensure your application is considered, you must apply directly through the Selkirk College Careers page.
We encourage applications from members of groups that have been or are currently marginalized on any grounds, including those enumerated under the BC Human Rights Code. Selkirk College supports applicants with disabilities and will accommodate a candidate’s accessibility needs during the recruitment process in accordance with the BC Human Rights Code and the Accessible British Columbia Act. If you need any adjustments to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@selkirk.ca**.**
Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada to accept a job offer. Permanent jobs are open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, unless otherwise stated in the posting. Candidates with a valid work permit may be eligible for temporary work over the duration of their work permit.
Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to apply with their chronological resume (along with cover letter and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) by end of day on the closing date.