Relief Instructor, Hairdressing

Employment Group

BCGEU

Position Number

00206

Division

Faculty of Trades and Applied Technology

Department

Hairdressing

Campus

Nanaimo campus *Successful candidates must be able to attend in person on campus as required.

Location

Nanaimo, British Columbia

Country

Canada

Appointment Type

temporary part-time

Workload

Relief position. 0-25 direct instructional hours per week to be submitted on timesheets.

Pay Level

BCGEU: $71,846 - $115,129 per annum (prorated if part-time).

Starting Salary

Faculty are placed on the BCGEU salary scale based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement, to an initial maximum of $89,412 per annum

Start:

As soon as possible.

Appointment End Date

26-Jun-2026

Applicant Documents

CV/Resume, Cover Letter, Qualifications , Name and contact information of recent supervisors willing to provide a reference

Posted Date

19-Jun-2025

Closing Date

25-Jun-2025

Job Reference

2734

Duties:

• Teach classes in theory and practice of hairdressing following prescribed curriculum. Work in a team environment as part of the hairdressing faculty group. Maintenance and development of curriculum as required.
• Completes general updates on the administrative area, faculty or department website (e.g., biographies, announcements, important dates, course information), ensuring information is current and accurate.

Required Qualifications:

• Red Seal Hairstylist. Provincial Instructor Diploma (if in progress, maximum two years to complete) from an appropriately accredited institution. Five years recent related experience. Proficiency in all skill areas. Demonstrated superior practical skills. Pivot point training experience. Excellent interpersonal skills. Computer literacy.
• Proven participation in trade-related professional development involving new technologies, new industry/instructional developments and trends, and supervisory experience. Proven ability in classroom management. Excellent written and oral communication skills. A high level of energy and enthusiasm. Proven positive interpersonal skills in dealing with students, staff, faculty and administration.
• Sensitivity to the needs of a wide variety of adult students returning to education. Ability to work as part of a team comprised of instructors, administrators and support staff. Familiarity with MS Office computer applications appropriate to an educational setting. The successful applicant will be responsive to diverse cultural and academic backgrounds and learning styles.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience owning or operating a salon. Proven instructional experience.

VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.

Note:

• Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview.
• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
• Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students. In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences. We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self-identify within their application cover letter. When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.