Instructional Development Consultant

Job summary

Support instructors in designing courses, developing programs, reviewing curricula, and advancing teaching practices across online, blended, and classroom settings. Lead projects and teams to create practical, learner-centred instructional products and curriculum that use existing and emerging educational technologies.

Job details

BCIT’s Teaching and Learning Unit is seeking a temporary, full-time (1.0 FTE) Instructional Development Consultant. As an Instructional Development Consultant (IDC) you will join a team of professionals who support our instructors as they design courses, develop new programs, review programs and curriculum while supporting the advancement of teaching practice using a wide and evolving range of techniques and educational technologies. BCIT works in part because of its commitment to quality teaching and the provision of career-ready education for our graduates. For over 25 years the Institute has invested in the support of quality education through its Teaching and Learning Unit (TLU). To this day the TLU remains one of the largest and most innovative Centres of its type in Canada. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful candidate will have proven abilities as a post-secondary/adult educator. Must be trained and experienced in the design, development and implementation of curriculum projects, and the design of experiential learning experiences for online, blended and classroom learning using a broad range of instructional tools. The successful candidate will be a proficient project manager. Teaching experience at the post-secondary level must be recent and exemplary. The successful candidate is expected to be a self-starter with the ability to lead both projects and teams in support of our six schools. As an IDC, you will join a team of educators focused on delivering the unique value of a BCIT education; one that is practical, current and career focused. QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s Degree in Adult Education, Curriculum Development, or Educational Technology; an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered. Minimum of five years recent, hands-on experience in the areas of: instructional design; post-secondary instruction; business/industry training; educational technology applications; program and curriculum evaluation; instructor development activities. Recent teaching experience that includes full responsibilities for lesson planning, experiential learning, and rubric-based assessment designs, preferably at the post-secondary level. Demonstrated ability to design, develop, deliver, assess, and evaluate learner-centred curriculum. Knowledge of competency-based curriculum and assessment design approach. Experience in trades or technology, either as an instructor or a practitioner, an asset. Demonstrated ability to: Establish proactive, positive consulting relationships. Apply exceptional interpersonal skills. Facilitate in a variety of settings. Establish priorities in managing multiple projects. Work both independently and as a team member in a variety of disciplines and at multiple levels within an organization. Work to tight deadlines and exercise sound judgment. Lead project teams in the development of sound instructional products, including those that use existing and emerging educational technologies. Design and develop curriculum that maximizes the benefits of existing and emerging educational technologies. SALARY: Salary Range: $69,006 - $120,460 per annum. Additional Salary Information: Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement. Benefits – Why you’d love working with us Competitive pay Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on your position) Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan – take a look at our benefit plans! Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions Flexible hybrid work arrangements available Professional Development funds and resources Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge Wellness and Employee Assistance programs Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. For more information on our generous benefits, click here! BCIT is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring individuals who have been historically underrepresented in our workforce, BCIT, and the larger community. We strongly encourage Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+ to apply. While all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Accessibility is an integral part of BCIT’s commitment to equity and inclusion. If you require an accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please Contact us using our contact form. Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal. Applications submitted through the contact form will not be accepted. For additional information, please visit our frequently asked questions (FAQs) page and learn more about how we hire. The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh).

What you’ll do

Support instructors in designing courses, developing programs, reviewing curricula, and advancing teaching practices across online, blended, and classroom settings. Lead projects and teams to create practical, learner-centred instructional products and curriculum that use existing and emerging educational technologies.

Requirements

A master’s degree in Adult Education, Curriculum Development, or Educational Technology is required, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Candidates need at least five years of recent hands-on experience across instructional design, post-secondary instruction, training, educational technology, curriculum evaluation, and instructor development, along with strong teaching, project leadership, and assessment design capabilities.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• At Least 25 Days Of Vacation
• Extended Health And Dental Plan
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Flexible Hybrid Work Arrangements
• Professional Development Funds And Resources
• Free Access To Flexible Learning Courses
• Wellness And Employee Assistance Programs
• Complimentary Fitness Centre And Gymnasium Membership

Listed skills

• Project management · Preferred
• Facilitation · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred
• interpersonal communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Instructional Design
• Curriculum Development
• Experiential Learning Design
• Post-Secondary Teaching
• Adult Education
• Educational Technology
• Project Management
• Program And Curriculum Evaluation
• Instructor Development
• Competency-Based Curriculum Design
• Assessment Design
• Facilitation
• Consulting
• Team Leadership
• Interpersonal Communication
• Learner-Centred Curriculum Design

Job areas

• Education
• Management & Leadership
• Consulting
• Technology