Instructor(s), English Language Learning

Duties:

Instruct course(s); prepare course materials; provide individual and group instruction; provide student support; design and implement student evaluation; grade and record keep; 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.

For course descriptions, see our calendar page.

Candidates must demonstrate commitment to teaching, learning, and student success. Successful candidates will participate in activities outside the classroom including student support and department committees.

Auxiliary or Term appointments are made on an as-needed basis and are dependent on program demand, enrolment, and operational requirements:

• Fall: Sept 3 to Oct 27, 2026; Oct 28 to Dec 18, 2026
• Spring: Jan 4 to Feb 25, 2027; Feb 26 to Apr 20, 2027
• Intersession: Apr 26 to Jun 18, 2027

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must have a Master's Degree from an appropriately accredited institution. 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 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.

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