Early Childhood Care & Education Instructor

Coast Mountain College (CMTN) invites applications for Instructor(s) in the Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) program as outlined below (subject to minimum student enrolment). These courses will be delivered in Gitwangak. Salary will be in accordance with the CUPE Instructional Scale, ranging between $5,775.83 and $9,255.50 per section.

Coast Mountain College is committed to increasing the equitable and inclusive participation of marginalized people in all aspects of college life. We welcome and encourage all applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black People, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, and people with disabilities.

Individuals who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process, may contact HR in confidence, prior to the closing date.

Duties:  The instructors are responsible for contributing to the academic success of students in the ECCE program. This includes course preparation, teaching and guiding students, providing feedback, correction, encouragement, and direction. This face-to-face program will be delivered in Gitwangak, Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, though Saturdays may be offered asynchronously.

• ECCE 124: Interpersonal Communications (November 18 – December 20, 2024)
• ECCE 126: Field Placement II (September 16 – December 20, 2024)
• ECCE 211: Field Placement III (January 6 – February 3, 2025)
• ECCE 220: Modes of Care for Under 3 (February 10 – March 17, 2025)
• ECCE 205: Inclusive Care (May 26 – June 23, 2025)
• ECCE 208: Essential Skills for ECE Administrators (June 30 – July 28, 2025)

*Please indicate which course(s) you are applying to teach within your cover letter. 

A minimum of both a Bachelor and Master’s degree in the field of Early Childhood Education or a related discipline along with early learning experience and teaching experience at the post-secondary level in the area of early learning. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required skills include:

• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching with the ability to inspire and mentor learners of all ages
• Knowledge and enthusiasm for the best practices in equity, diversity, and inclusion in the classroom
• Ability to function effectively across cultures, particularly with the Indigenous communities is an asset
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and facilitation skills
• Strong organizational, decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to recruit and retain students in a post-secondary setting

To apply for this position, please submit a cover letter (quoting competition #24.103C), clearly indicating which course(s) you are applying to teach, as well as outlining how your background and beliefs will enable you to become a successful educator. Include an updated resume and send both to Coast Mountain College, Human Resources (Email: apply@coastmountaincollege.ca)

NOTE: Only complete applications (with a cover letter and resume included) received to the above noted email address will be considered.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  

• Early Childhood Care and Education