Instructor, English Language Learning

Academic and Career Preparation faculty members prepare students for success in a wide range of post-secondary programs and communities. They support and empower students towards growth and change. They contribute to the culture of the Faculty through energetic teaching, scholarship, and institutional service. Faculty members must be committed to inclusivity and diversity, and they play a critical role in building the faculty's capacity.

Employment Group

BCGEU

Position Number

00206

Division

Faculty of Academic and Career Preparation

Department

English Language Learning Department

Campus

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

Location

Nanaimo, British Columbia

Country

Canada

Appointment Type

regular full-time

FTE

1.00

Workload

20/20 Direct Instructional hours per week

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

Appointment Start Date

03-Sep-2026

Applicant Documents

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

Posted Date

14-May-2026

Closing Date

27-May-2026

Job Reference

2945

Duties:

• Instruct course(s);
• prepare course materials;
• provide individual and group instruction;
• provide student support;
• design and implement student evaluation;
• grade and keep records;
• liaise with Student Success Advisors;
• participate as an active member of the instructional faculty.

Instructors may be required to teach in a variety of courses and/or programs, including multi-level English for Academic Purposes and English for General Purposes. Instructors may be assigned to teach in International Academic Support, ELL Learning Centre, or provide instructional ELL support.

Ability to work successfully in team-based environments and with individuals from diverse cultural and academic backgrounds.

For course descriptions, see our calendar page.

Candidates must demonstrate commitment to teaching, learning, and student success through ongoing professional training, subject currency, and institutional service. Successful candidates will participate in a wide range of activities outside the classroom, including student support, institutional, faculty and department committees, meetings and other initiatives, and professional activities in keeping with their disciplines in and outside the institution.

Required Qualifications:

Master's degree in a relevant discipline from an appropriately accredited institution and relevant teaching experience. Applicants with exceptional demonstrated experience or a unique combination of education and experience may be considered. Only candidates with a Master's Degree can be assigned the full slate of positions in the ELL department.

Applicants must meet TESL Canada criteria equivalent to the Professional Standard One (Permanent) and have teaching English Language Learning training and qualifications through an accredited institution with recent documented experience (minimum 1000 hours) teaching adult ELL and/or EFL. Applicants must also be familiar with relevant computer applications. Successful candidate will be either native speakers of English or able to demonstrate native-level competency; verification of fluency may be requested.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's Degree in a related field from an appropriately accredited institution. ELL teaching experience at Vancouver Island University. Additional language learning experience. International teaching 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.