Indigenous People’s Studies Instructor
Top Benefits
About the role
College of the Rockies serves the communities of the East Kootenay. We acknowledge all our campuses are located in the traditional territory of the Ktunaxa people which is also home to the Kinbasket and Metis people. We welcome you to be part of our college community of employees who are Rocky Mountain Inspired, Small College Proud.
Term Part-time Indigenous People's Studies Instructor
80% Instructional Duties
Duties: This is a term, part-time position responsible for teaching first- and second- year courses in Indigenous Peoples' studies. The courses will be in both face-to-face and online delivery and may include Introduction to Indigenous Peoples' Studies (INDG 101), Introduction to Health and Wellness in Indigenous Communities (INDG 105), Introduction to Indigenous Peoples' Worldviews (BC Focus) (INDG 120), Indigenous Peoples' Ways of Knowing (INDG 203), and Indigenous Peoples' Family Support Studies (INDG 240). To view course descriptions and course outlines go to the College webpage course descriptions and course outlines
Qualifications:
Required:
- Master's Degree in Indigenous Studies or a closely related discipline
- Five+ years working with Indigenous Peoples' communities
- Experience teaching in an adult learning environment and a variety of modalities
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Preferred:
- Credentials for and experience in online teaching
- Two+ years teaching at a post-secondary institution
- Indigenous Adult Instructor Diploma or Provincial Instructors Diploma Program
All applicants are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to qualified Indigenous candidates. We encourage Indigenous candidates to self-identify in their cover letter. This position requires deep experience and understanding of Indigenous issues, cultures, and practices. Candidates need to be committed to working closely with local Indigenous communities with respect to content and curriculum and the Indigenous Education team at the College. Preferred qualifications include a demonstrated commitment to the academic needs of students.
As an employee of the College of the Rockies, the successful candidate is expected to be a lifelong learner who continues to develop their skills to help the College meet the needs of our students and our other valued clients.
Salary: As per the Faculty Salary Schedule and depending on qualifications, instructional and related work experience, the salary for term, part -time employees is in a range from $38.70 to $62.02 per hour. The College also offers a comprehensive range of benefits including defined pension, generous vacation entitlements, health and dental plan, and more.
Closing Date: August 5, 2025
Preferred Start Date: August 27, 2025
Interested applicants should submit both a cover letter and resume directly through the College website under "Work Here" http://www.cotr.bc.ca/HRD/ . Ensure you press "upload" after you add each document.
Please quote Competition #25-FA-29
Please ensure your cover letter and resume clearly describe your related qualifications and experience as selection for interview will be based on the information provided.
To support employment equity and diversity in the workplace, we encourage all qualified applicants, including Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who may contribute to diversity at College of the Rockies.
In the spirit of reconciliation, we are committed to increasing Indigenous representation throughout the institution and encourage applicants to self-identify as First Nation, Metis or Inuit within cover letters and/or resume.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
About College of the Rockies
College of the Rockies is a regional college, with seven campuses throughout the East Kootenay. For more than 40 years, we have provided post-secondary education that meets the needs and aspirations of the people, industry and businesses of our region.
Each year, we welcome more than 2,300 full-time equivalent students into our classrooms. Depending on our students' goals, we offer a number of direct and diverse pathways. Adult upgrading offers a first step towards employment. Students focused on quick and direct entry to the job market may be interested in one of our diploma or certificate programs, vocational training, or trades apprenticeship. Others may take advantage of our university studies courses and various dual admission and transfer options, or complete one of the degrees offered right here at home.
Though our breadth of programming is wide, everyone who attends College of the Rockies can expect to benefit from small class sizes, quality instruction, hands-on learning, low tuition, transferability and a personalized education experience.
We serve a regional population of close to 83,000 people. Each year, we provide instruction in a wide variety of programs to approximately 2000 full-time equivalent (FTE) students including over 100 international (FTE) students from more than 30 countries.
Cranbrook is home to two campuses: our main campus houses the majority of our administrative departments and student services, and our Gold Creek campus which offers contract training and a variety of trades programs.
The programs, courses, and services offered by our five regional campuses (Creston, Fernie, Golden, Invermere and Kimberley) are as diverse as the communities and people they serve. A few have their own "signature" programs -- something unique and special -- and most provide courses in Adult Basic Education. All of our campuses respond to the needs of their communities by offering continuing education courses and access to online learning.
Indigenous People’s Studies Instructor
Top Benefits
About the role
College of the Rockies serves the communities of the East Kootenay. We acknowledge all our campuses are located in the traditional territory of the Ktunaxa people which is also home to the Kinbasket and Metis people. We welcome you to be part of our college community of employees who are Rocky Mountain Inspired, Small College Proud.
Term Part-time Indigenous People's Studies Instructor
80% Instructional Duties
Duties: This is a term, part-time position responsible for teaching first- and second- year courses in Indigenous Peoples' studies. The courses will be in both face-to-face and online delivery and may include Introduction to Indigenous Peoples' Studies (INDG 101), Introduction to Health and Wellness in Indigenous Communities (INDG 105), Introduction to Indigenous Peoples' Worldviews (BC Focus) (INDG 120), Indigenous Peoples' Ways of Knowing (INDG 203), and Indigenous Peoples' Family Support Studies (INDG 240). To view course descriptions and course outlines go to the College webpage course descriptions and course outlines
Qualifications:
Required:
- Master's Degree in Indigenous Studies or a closely related discipline
- Five+ years working with Indigenous Peoples' communities
- Experience teaching in an adult learning environment and a variety of modalities
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Preferred:
- Credentials for and experience in online teaching
- Two+ years teaching at a post-secondary institution
- Indigenous Adult Instructor Diploma or Provincial Instructors Diploma Program
All applicants are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to qualified Indigenous candidates. We encourage Indigenous candidates to self-identify in their cover letter. This position requires deep experience and understanding of Indigenous issues, cultures, and practices. Candidates need to be committed to working closely with local Indigenous communities with respect to content and curriculum and the Indigenous Education team at the College. Preferred qualifications include a demonstrated commitment to the academic needs of students.
As an employee of the College of the Rockies, the successful candidate is expected to be a lifelong learner who continues to develop their skills to help the College meet the needs of our students and our other valued clients.
Salary: As per the Faculty Salary Schedule and depending on qualifications, instructional and related work experience, the salary for term, part -time employees is in a range from $38.70 to $62.02 per hour. The College also offers a comprehensive range of benefits including defined pension, generous vacation entitlements, health and dental plan, and more.
Closing Date: August 5, 2025
Preferred Start Date: August 27, 2025
Interested applicants should submit both a cover letter and resume directly through the College website under "Work Here" http://www.cotr.bc.ca/HRD/ . Ensure you press "upload" after you add each document.
Please quote Competition #25-FA-29
Please ensure your cover letter and resume clearly describe your related qualifications and experience as selection for interview will be based on the information provided.
To support employment equity and diversity in the workplace, we encourage all qualified applicants, including Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who may contribute to diversity at College of the Rockies.
In the spirit of reconciliation, we are committed to increasing Indigenous representation throughout the institution and encourage applicants to self-identify as First Nation, Metis or Inuit within cover letters and/or resume.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
About College of the Rockies
College of the Rockies is a regional college, with seven campuses throughout the East Kootenay. For more than 40 years, we have provided post-secondary education that meets the needs and aspirations of the people, industry and businesses of our region.
Each year, we welcome more than 2,300 full-time equivalent students into our classrooms. Depending on our students' goals, we offer a number of direct and diverse pathways. Adult upgrading offers a first step towards employment. Students focused on quick and direct entry to the job market may be interested in one of our diploma or certificate programs, vocational training, or trades apprenticeship. Others may take advantage of our university studies courses and various dual admission and transfer options, or complete one of the degrees offered right here at home.
Though our breadth of programming is wide, everyone who attends College of the Rockies can expect to benefit from small class sizes, quality instruction, hands-on learning, low tuition, transferability and a personalized education experience.
We serve a regional population of close to 83,000 people. Each year, we provide instruction in a wide variety of programs to approximately 2000 full-time equivalent (FTE) students including over 100 international (FTE) students from more than 30 countries.
Cranbrook is home to two campuses: our main campus houses the majority of our administrative departments and student services, and our Gold Creek campus which offers contract training and a variety of trades programs.
The programs, courses, and services offered by our five regional campuses (Creston, Fernie, Golden, Invermere and Kimberley) are as diverse as the communities and people they serve. A few have their own "signature" programs -- something unique and special -- and most provide courses in Adult Basic Education. All of our campuses respond to the needs of their communities by offering continuing education courses and access to online learning.