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Instructor, Interior Design Certificate and Diploma (Flexible Learning)

British Columbia Institute of Technology

British Columbia Institute of Technology

Design
CAD 81.3-121.96 / hour
Posted on Aug 1, 2025

Position Details

Position Information
Position Title Instructor, Interior Design Certificate and Diploma (Flexible Learning)
Who We Are
At BCIT, putting people at the core of everything we do is paramount. This idea is the foundation of BCIT’s People Vision, which describes the Institute’s goals and priorities in respect to our people. In a complex and uncertain world, it’s vital our people feel valued, supported and connected. BCIT champions a culture of innovation and global progress through people’s imagination and creativity. With a competitive compensation package, great work-life balance, and career advancement opportunities, see why we’ve earned the title of one of BC’s Top Employers for over ten years running.
Position Summary
BCIT’s Interior Design Department is recruiting for temporary, part-time Instructors.BCIT requires individuals to fill temporary, part-time Instructional positions for delivery of Flexible Learning courses on a term-by-term basis in our Interior Design, Flexible Learning Programs

We invite individuals to view the Interior Design web pages to view program and course information. https://www.bcit.ca/programs/interior-design/

BCIT Flexible Learning runs three terms in twelve week blocks: September to December, January to March, and April to June, as well as a summer term from July to August.
Duties & Responsibilities
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Instruct and help students learn.
  • Provide academic assistance in a variety of learning situations.
  • Facilitate and maintain creative and positive learning environments.
  • Develop, modify, and continuously improve, course outlines, curricula, evaluation procedures, and instruments.
  • Prepare and maintain all course-related records including evaluation, attendance records, and submit information as required.
  • Identify, prepare and organize course materials and learning resources for course delivery
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Relevant diploma or degree In interior Design (or related field).
  • Minimum five years of related current experience, with practical knowledge and experience in the residential and/or commercial design field.
  • NCIDQ Certificate or be eligible and willing to sit for the exam.
  • Professional member or eligibility for registration as a Professional in IDIBC.
  • Demonstrated ongoing professional development in Interior Design
  • Hands-on AutoCad and/or Revit experience would be an asset.
  • Hands-on experience with Sketch up, Photoshop and Indesign would be an asset
  • Excellent organization, interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to work within, and develop, a collegial environment.
  • Previous teaching experience or formal instructor training (PIO, ISW, PIDP) would be an asset.
  • Flexible availability.

Please Note: Instructors are paid three hours per week per course. Course preparation, marking and student assistance time will be required outside of class time and are included in the three hour allocation .
Additional Information
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 the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should 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 see 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).
Salary Range Salary Range: $81.30 - $121.96 per contact hour, inclusive of vacation and holiday pay.
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.
Position Details
Posting Category Flexible Learning Faculty
Department 2 Building Design & Const. Technology
Campus Location Burnaby campus
Bargaining Unit BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA)
Job Status Flexible Learning
Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time
Number of Vacancies 2
Anticipated Start Date
Anticipated End Date
Competition Information
Competition Number 21FSA354
Competition Open Date 05/29/2021
Competition Close Date
Open Until Filled? Yes
Quicklink for Posting https://careers.bcit.ca/postings/4241

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
    • 0-1
    • 1-2
    • 3-5
    • 6-9
    • 10+
  2. What is the highest level of education attained?
    • GED
    • High School Diploma
    • Certificate
    • Diploma
    • Associates Degree
    • Bachelors Degree
    • Masters Degree
    • PHD

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Additional Supporting Documents