Instructor, Indigenous Leadership Certificate (ABG 103 Vision, Values, Philosophies and Ethics)
About the role
Posting Number
Posting Number
F1440
Position Information
Division
Access & Regions
Department
Indigenous Education
Supervisor Title
Executive Director, Indigenous Education
Location
Any NIC Campus
Posting Type
Internal/External Posting
Position Status
Sessional
If Others, please specify
New Position or Replacement?
New
Position End Date (if temporary)
04/24/2026
Desired Start Date
12/29/2025
Weekly work schedule (please indicate the start and end times for each day of work)
Friday 9 am to 12:00 PM
%
25
Pay Grade
The annual salary range is $70,437- $112,872 (at 100% appointment) and is based on qualifications, experience, and the placement criteria of Article 14 of the NICFA Collective agreement.
Position Summary
Indigenous Education at North Island College is shaped through ongoing relationships with Indigenous communities and guided by Indigenous ways of knowing and being. While delivered entirely online, the program reflects values such as respect, responsibility, relational accountability, and cultural safety.
Rooted in Indigenous pedagogies, it supports holistic learning and centers the emotional, spiritual, physical, and intellectual well-being of learners.
ABG 103 – Vision, Values, Philosophies and Ethics
In this course, students will explore and examine leadership’s role in the development of organizational vision, philosophies, values and ethics statements within the larger context of nation building and strengthening existing organizational structures.
Course will be delivered 100% digital on Friday from 9 am to 12 PM
The teaching faculty of North Island College are responsible for implementing the College’s vision, goals, and objectives as they relate to teaching and learning. To carry out their teaching assignments, faculty use organizational skills, inter-personal skills, and their knowledge of subject matter, pedagogy, and curricular design. In addition, they have a responsibility to serve as role models for students and colleagues.
The responsibilities and typical duties listed below constitute a generic job description for teaching faculty whose responsibility may be for the delivery of scheduled classes, the support of self-paced, on-line, and distance courses, and/or instruction and supervision in laboratories, practicums, shops, etc.
Position Competencies
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Creates a Positive Climate and Culture;
-
Effective Communication Skills;
-
Effectively Develops Goals & Objectives;
-
Focuses Effectively on Key Results and Priorities;
-
Demonstrates a Focus on Continuous Improvement;
-
Interpersonal Effectiveness.
Duties & Responsibilities
1.0 INSTRUCTIONAL
-
To plan and prepare learning materials for instructional environments;
-
To use a variety of approaches and materials, as appropriate, in order to address different learning needs;
-
To teach in assigned subject areas and to include in courses, and in course outlines, all required subject matter or skill activity;
-
To direct student learning in a positive, supportive, and caring environment;
-
To be available to students regularly during scheduled office hours and classroom hours, to discuss their progress and other issues that influence their learning. (30 hours/wk.) (See Policy #3-03: Faculty Absence from Class – Cancellation of Classes);
-
To clearly communicate in writing learning outcomes for programs and courses, and the way in which learners will be evaluated against those outcomes;
-
To design and conduct evaluations or appraisals of students and to keep students informed of their progress;
-
To submit grades in a timely manner, in accordance with Policy 4-15, Reporting Final Grades;
-
To maintain records of student enrollment and achievement and other records required by the College and affiliated agencies. At the end of employment with the College, to submit marks and student records to the department Chair.
2.0 TYPICAL PROFESSIONAL DUTIES OF INSTRUCTIONAL FACULTY
-
To be aware of, and to work within, College educational policies;
-
To be aware of the Education and Strategic plans and to contribute to their development and assist in the achievement of its goals and objectives;
-
To advise the Department Chair, within a reasonable time frame, of items that need to be ordered so that inventories of books, supplies, and equipment are adequate for the courses taught;
-
To advise the Department Chair regarding enrollment management (recruitment and retention) strategies for their areas of responsibility;
-
To advise the Department Chair responsible, and the appropriate Administrator and/or Campus Health and Safety Committee, of any health and safety concerns and to assist, where possible, in rectifying the problem;
-
To demonstrate knowledge of computer applications appropriate to the teaching environment;
-
To maintain continuous professional development of competencies and qualifications as required in the appropriate discipline;
-
To participate actively as a contributing member of the College community on College committees and other College-wide activities, where appropriate;
-
To participate in department meetings and other department activities during normal working hours, when possible;
-
To undertake other related responsibilities and duties which may be assigned by the College when course load permits.
Required Education & Experience
-
Master’s degree in a related field
-
Three years demonstrated experience working with Indigenous communities and organizations.
-
Preference will be given to qualified instructors with Indigenous Ancestry.
-
Experience working in collaboration with Indigenous communities and learners
-
commitment to working with Elders and Knowledge Keepers
Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities
-
Ability to demonstrate effective team behaviours, support cooperative and effective working relationships and contribute to shared team goals;
-
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills;
-
Demonstrated excellent instructional abilities, using creative and motivating approaches to stimulate learning;
-
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to plan and prioritize, and efficiently meet deadlines;
-
Basic level of proficiency with MS Office software applications, the internet and web-based applications.
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please scan copies of your transcripts into one document for attachment. If your transcripts are not available at the time of application, please attach a letter or certificate of confirmation from the educational institution.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Open Date
10/27/2025
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
About North Island College
North Island College (NIC) is honoured to acknowledge the traditional territories of the combined 35 First Nations of the Nuu-chah-nulth, Kwakwaka’wakw and Coast Salish traditions, on whose traditional and unceded territories the college’s campuses are situated.
Instructor, Indigenous Leadership Certificate (ABG 103 Vision, Values, Philosophies and Ethics)
About the role
Posting Number
Posting Number
F1440
Position Information
Division
Access & Regions
Department
Indigenous Education
Supervisor Title
Executive Director, Indigenous Education
Location
Any NIC Campus
Posting Type
Internal/External Posting
Position Status
Sessional
If Others, please specify
New Position or Replacement?
New
Position End Date (if temporary)
04/24/2026
Desired Start Date
12/29/2025
Weekly work schedule (please indicate the start and end times for each day of work)
Friday 9 am to 12:00 PM
%
25
Pay Grade
The annual salary range is $70,437- $112,872 (at 100% appointment) and is based on qualifications, experience, and the placement criteria of Article 14 of the NICFA Collective agreement.
Position Summary
Indigenous Education at North Island College is shaped through ongoing relationships with Indigenous communities and guided by Indigenous ways of knowing and being. While delivered entirely online, the program reflects values such as respect, responsibility, relational accountability, and cultural safety.
Rooted in Indigenous pedagogies, it supports holistic learning and centers the emotional, spiritual, physical, and intellectual well-being of learners.
ABG 103 – Vision, Values, Philosophies and Ethics
In this course, students will explore and examine leadership’s role in the development of organizational vision, philosophies, values and ethics statements within the larger context of nation building and strengthening existing organizational structures.
Course will be delivered 100% digital on Friday from 9 am to 12 PM
The teaching faculty of North Island College are responsible for implementing the College’s vision, goals, and objectives as they relate to teaching and learning. To carry out their teaching assignments, faculty use organizational skills, inter-personal skills, and their knowledge of subject matter, pedagogy, and curricular design. In addition, they have a responsibility to serve as role models for students and colleagues.
The responsibilities and typical duties listed below constitute a generic job description for teaching faculty whose responsibility may be for the delivery of scheduled classes, the support of self-paced, on-line, and distance courses, and/or instruction and supervision in laboratories, practicums, shops, etc.
Position Competencies
-
Creates a Positive Climate and Culture;
-
Effective Communication Skills;
-
Effectively Develops Goals & Objectives;
-
Focuses Effectively on Key Results and Priorities;
-
Demonstrates a Focus on Continuous Improvement;
-
Interpersonal Effectiveness.
Duties & Responsibilities
1.0 INSTRUCTIONAL
-
To plan and prepare learning materials for instructional environments;
-
To use a variety of approaches and materials, as appropriate, in order to address different learning needs;
-
To teach in assigned subject areas and to include in courses, and in course outlines, all required subject matter or skill activity;
-
To direct student learning in a positive, supportive, and caring environment;
-
To be available to students regularly during scheduled office hours and classroom hours, to discuss their progress and other issues that influence their learning. (30 hours/wk.) (See Policy #3-03: Faculty Absence from Class – Cancellation of Classes);
-
To clearly communicate in writing learning outcomes for programs and courses, and the way in which learners will be evaluated against those outcomes;
-
To design and conduct evaluations or appraisals of students and to keep students informed of their progress;
-
To submit grades in a timely manner, in accordance with Policy 4-15, Reporting Final Grades;
-
To maintain records of student enrollment and achievement and other records required by the College and affiliated agencies. At the end of employment with the College, to submit marks and student records to the department Chair.
2.0 TYPICAL PROFESSIONAL DUTIES OF INSTRUCTIONAL FACULTY
-
To be aware of, and to work within, College educational policies;
-
To be aware of the Education and Strategic plans and to contribute to their development and assist in the achievement of its goals and objectives;
-
To advise the Department Chair, within a reasonable time frame, of items that need to be ordered so that inventories of books, supplies, and equipment are adequate for the courses taught;
-
To advise the Department Chair regarding enrollment management (recruitment and retention) strategies for their areas of responsibility;
-
To advise the Department Chair responsible, and the appropriate Administrator and/or Campus Health and Safety Committee, of any health and safety concerns and to assist, where possible, in rectifying the problem;
-
To demonstrate knowledge of computer applications appropriate to the teaching environment;
-
To maintain continuous professional development of competencies and qualifications as required in the appropriate discipline;
-
To participate actively as a contributing member of the College community on College committees and other College-wide activities, where appropriate;
-
To participate in department meetings and other department activities during normal working hours, when possible;
-
To undertake other related responsibilities and duties which may be assigned by the College when course load permits.
Required Education & Experience
-
Master’s degree in a related field
-
Three years demonstrated experience working with Indigenous communities and organizations.
-
Preference will be given to qualified instructors with Indigenous Ancestry.
-
Experience working in collaboration with Indigenous communities and learners
-
commitment to working with Elders and Knowledge Keepers
Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities
-
Ability to demonstrate effective team behaviours, support cooperative and effective working relationships and contribute to shared team goals;
-
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills;
-
Demonstrated excellent instructional abilities, using creative and motivating approaches to stimulate learning;
-
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to plan and prioritize, and efficiently meet deadlines;
-
Basic level of proficiency with MS Office software applications, the internet and web-based applications.
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please scan copies of your transcripts into one document for attachment. If your transcripts are not available at the time of application, please attach a letter or certificate of confirmation from the educational institution.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Open Date
10/27/2025
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
About North Island College
North Island College (NIC) is honoured to acknowledge the traditional territories of the combined 35 First Nations of the Nuu-chah-nulth, Kwakwaka’wakw and Coast Salish traditions, on whose traditional and unceded territories the college’s campuses are situated.