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Instructional Development Consultant

British Columbia Institute of Technology

British Columbia Institute of Technology

CAD 65,045-113,545 / year
Posted on Aug 16, 2025

Position Details

Position Information
Position Title Instructional Development Consultant
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 Learning and Teaching Centre is seeking two (2) regular, full-time (1.0 FTE) Instructional Development Consultants.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.
Duties & 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
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.
  • Knowledge of competency-based curriculum and assessment design approach.
  • Knowledge of access and usage of open educational practices, resources, and textbooks.
  • 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.
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: $65,045 - $113,545 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.
Position Details
Posting Category Faculty
Department 2 Learning & Teaching
Campus Location Burnaby campus
Bargaining Unit BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA)
Job Status Regular
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
Number of Vacancies 2
Anticipated Start Date 11/01/2025
Anticipated End Date
Competition Information
Competition Number 25FSA655
Competition Open Date 08/16/2025
Competition Close Date 08/20/2025
Open Until Filled? No
Quicklink for Posting https://careers.bcit.ca/postings/9797

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * What is the highest level of education attained? Successful candidates will be required to submit official transcript(s) from the granting institution for verification.
    • GED
    • High School Diploma
    • Certificate
    • Diploma
    • Associates Degree
    • Bachelors Degree
    • Masters Degree
    • PHD
  2. * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
    • 0-1
    • 1-2
    • 3-5
    • 6-9
    • 10+
  3. * Where a successful applicant places within the salary range is dependent on education, experience, and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement. Are you satisfied with being placed on this range?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * All positions at BCIT require on campus presence at the applicable campus location(s). This means the successful candidate must be able to and willing to relocate to the Lower Mainland. Please select from the following that best describes your situation:
    • I currently reside in the Lower Mainland
    • I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland, however I am willing and able to relocate if found to be the successful candidate
    • I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland and I am unwilling to relocate

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents