The Mission Public School District is located on the traditional, ancestral, unsurrendered, and shared territories of Stó:lo people, of Leq'á:mel, Semá:th, Máthxwi, Sq'éwlets and Qwó:ltl'el First Nations, stewards of this land since time immemorial.

Halq'eméylem is the language of this land and of Stó:lo ancestors. The place from where Halq’eméylem (Upriver dialect) originates is Leq’á:mel. The language comes from the land, and it has been this way since time immemorial.

We invite applications for the position of:

School: Riverside College

Position: Plumbing Foundation Level 1 Instructor

FTE: 1.0

Grade: 12 and graduated students

Status: Temporary

Start Date: Sep. 1, 2026

This teaching assignment may involve hours outside the regular school day. Some weekend hours may be required.

Qualifications:

· A valid BC teaching certificate or ability to meet the requirement of the Ministry of Education Teacher Regulation Branch

· Plumber – Certificate of Qualification with Red Seal endorsement

· Minimum “B’ Level Gas Certification

· Minimum 5 years working/experience in the industry as plumber journeyperson after Red Seal Certification

· Current knowledge of SkilledTradesBC Plumber Foundation program requirements and related curriculum knowledge

· Demonstrated ability to work as a team member in a self-paced, multi- disciplined environment.

· Recent successful teaching experience as an Instructor in a SkilledTradesBC Plumber Foundation program or related field

· Experience as an instructor working with youth and adults

· Learning assistance experience is an asset

· Knowledge of industry related resources and community resources

· Possess current knowledge of, and involvement with, industry trends

· Knowledge of WorksafeBC Policy and Procedures

· Knowledge of best business practice

· Recent successful experience placing students into industry related work experience/job placements

· Demonstrated ability to work as a team member in a self-paced, multi- disciplined environment

· Familiarity with the CSTS Training System would be an asset

· Knowledge of on-line learning platforms (ex: Zoom, MS Teams, Scholantis)

· A valid BC driver's license and vehicle to drive to alternate sites as needed, a driver's abstract to be provided annually

General Duties:

· To provide classroom instruction to youth and adults in a SkilledTradesBC Plumber Foundation program

· Implement SkilledTradesBC course outlines and requirements and develop related curriculum and course work for program delivery

· To teach employability skills as they relate to the Plumbing/Piping industry

· To liaise and collaborate with SkilledTradesBC and/or post-secondary training partners in the implementation of the program

· To facilitate student success and course/program completion

· To identify suitable student Work Study placements and follow School District Work Study guidelines and practices for student Work Study

· Oversee the Work Study Program at various locations throughout the Lower Mainland

· To serve as the teacher advisor and mentor for students in the assigned program

· To conduct regular on-going assessment of student progress leading to a formal evaluation/letter grade in accordance with the reporting requirements of the Ministry of Education and SkilledTradesBC

· To provide regular, on-going reporting of student attendance and progress

· To arrange for formal industry related testing as appropriate, including the SkilledTradesBC final exam

· To assist students outside one’s teaching assignment as requested and where appropriate

· To liaise with industry contacts at both the regional and provincial levels

· To assist students in finding industry related work experience and job placements

Applications must be received by 4:00 pm, April 29, 2026.

For your application to be considered, all required documents must be included with your application which include:

• resume
• cover letter
• recent teaching reports and/or practicum reports
• copy of BC Teaching Certificate and/or TQS card or information on current status

The starting annual salary for this position ranges from $61, 502-$112,806, with placement on the range based on length of service, FTE and qualifications in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

Please be sure that you have received a confirmation from Make a Future that you have applied to a specific posting. Without this confirmation your application will not have been submitted.

**Why the Mission School District? **
We are a medium-sized district with rural and urban schools. We are large enough to provide a variety of programs and services, and small enough to build meaningful relationships with our students, parents, colleagues, and other stakeholders.

The school district is focused on following the school's strategic plan which sets the direction for the organization and supports student learning. Click [Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan](https://www.mpsd.ca/mission-vision-and- strategic-plan) to learn more about the strategic plan and related priorities. We are committed to forming safe and inclusive workspaces and schools. To learn more, review our policy for [Safe Caring and Respectful Workplaces](https://media.mpsd.ca/media/Default/medialib/safe-caring-and- respectful-work-places.f16d0f779.pdf).

About Mission

Mission is nestled on a southern coastal mountain slope, overlooking the lush valley of the mighty Fraser River. Ideally situated, Mission is located an hour east of Vancouver and 20 minutes from Abbotsford. Mission was originally inhabited by the Sto:lo First Nations people, and today this rapidly growing and dynamic centre is home to a population of some 38,000 residents. Come see why Mission is "the Jewel in the Valley".

**What opportunities do we offer? **

• District Mentorship/ Leadership Groups
• In-house training, online training, leadership training, and professional development opportunities
• A great place to live that is relatively affordable compared to other lower mainland cities
• Access to wellness resources

Thank you for your interest. Please note only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Accommodations/adjustments are available for interviews and in the workplace. If selected for an interview Human Resources will provide information on how to request accommodation/adjustments.

Posted On

April 15, 2026 05:00 PM EST/EDT

Closing Date & Time

April 29, 2026 11:59 PM EST/EDT

Openings

1

Job Type

Full Time, Contract/Term

Job Category

Teachers, Principals & Superintendents

Job Open To

Support Staff, Management & Professionals

City

Mission

School/Location

Riverside College