Instructor, Arts & Sciences

Bow Valley College•Calgary, AB

21h

About The Position

The Bharwani School of Arts and Sciences is seeking a passionate and student-focused Instructor, Arts & Sciences to join our collaborative academic community. This position focuses on teaching in the discipline of English. The school offers programming in General Arts and Sciences and provides foundational courses that support learners across multiple schools within the college, including Community Studies, Health and Wellness, Technology, and Business. Reporting to the Associate Dean, the Instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, supporting learner success, and creating engaging and inclusive learning environments. This role involves teaching English and related courses, evaluating learner progress, developing instructional materials, and contributing to curriculum and program development initiatives. The successful candidate will bring strong instructional expertise, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to fostering meaningful learning experiences for a diverse student population in both classroom and online learning environments.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in English or a related discipline
Minimum of 3 years of post-secondary teaching experience
Equivalent combinations of directly related education and experience may be considered

Nice To Haves

PhD in a related discipline is an asset
Experience in curriculum development is an asset
Experience teaching in online environments is an asset
Strong instructional and classroom management skills
Ability to create inclusive learning environments where students feel supported, challenged, and empowered to succeed.
Effective communicator and relationship builder who enjoys collaborating with colleagues, supporting diverse learners, and contributing to a positive academic culture.
Adaptability, creativity, and commitment to continuous improvement.
Strong curriculum development skills
Experience teaching in online modalities, including experience using platforms such as D2L and Microsoft Office Suite to support teaching, learning, and student engagement.

Responsibilities

Provide engaging and effective instruction in assigned English courses using a variety of instructional approaches that support diverse learner needs and learning styles.
Develop lesson plans, facilitate classroom and online learning activities, and create meaningful learning experiences that support students in achieving course and program learning outcomes.
Evaluate learner progress on an ongoing basis, providing timely feedback, maintaining accurate academic records, and developing or updating curriculum materials, guides, and rubrics as requested by the Program Chair.
Create a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment that promotes student engagement, academic achievement, and personal growth.
Support learners with issues related to attendance, conduct, and academic performance while identifying concerns that may require additional follow-up or intervention.
Connect learners with institutional support such as tutoring, counseling, and accessibility services as appropriate.
Ensure individualized accommodation plans (IAPs) are implemented effectively.
Participate in college and departmental events that support learner success, including orientations, open houses, and graduation activities.
Collaborate with colleagues, internal departments, and external stakeholders to support program quality, student pathways, and community engagement.
Remain current with emerging trends and best practices in teaching and learning and adapt curriculum and instructional strategies as needed.
Support articulation and transfer activities, participate on advisory committees, attend external community meetings, contribute to recruitment initiatives, and participate in departmental and college-wide meetings and events.
Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional growth and institutional excellence by participating in professional development activities, applied research opportunities, and special projects as assigned.
Follow college policies and procedures and contribute positively to a collaborative and learner-centered academic environment.