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Position Summary
The Instructor, Justice Studies will help expose learners to the Canadian justice system, helping them gain insight to the criminal justice system with a lens to social justice issues, equity, diversity and inclusion, and the impacts of mental health on the criminal justice system and corrections. As an Instructor, Justice Studies, you will have the opportunity to impact learner’s lives by inspiring a passion for justice and social issues, fostering critical thinking skills, empowering students through education, and providing support and guidance to learners interested in pursuing careers in various settings within the justice system.
Position responsibilities and accountabilities include but are not limited to:
Providing quality instruction and a positive Learner Experience.
Evaluating learner performance on an ongoing basis, providing learners and administrators with progress reports.
Identifying areas of concern and as required, ensuring any special student accommodations are met.
Participating in College and departmental events that promote learner success, such as New Student Orientation and Convocation.
Building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders, championing the department and the College.
Required qualifications:
Master’s degree in a related field, such as Adult Education, Criminal Justice, or similar.
Demonstrated ability to teach courses in a variety of formats, such as in-person, on-line, and in blended delivery settings.
Minimum 5 years of direct industry-related experience, including, but not limited to, Policing, Corrections, or criminology.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team environment.
Recent experience teaching at a post-secondary level would be considered an asset, including curriculum development and instruction.
Familiarity with adult learning principles would be considered an asset.
Must be able to work on-campus for face-to-face instruction
If your education was received internationally we will require you obtain an international education assessment through IQAS, WES, or one of the other nationally designated organizations upon hire
Conditions of Employment
A Police Information Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Check, will be required prior to commencement of employment.
This opening is a casual Faculty position for the downtown location of Bow Valley College. Please note all successful candidates will be required to provide copies of government issued identification and proof of educational qualifications upon hire and may be required to provide an enhanced police information check.
Closing Date: June 20, 2025
Diversity and Inclusion Commitment
Bow Valley College is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who would contribute to the further diversification of our employees including, but not limited to, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
