About Bow Valley College
Bow Valley College is Calgary’s college with local impact and global reach, serving more than 15,000 students. We launch our students by preparing them for in-demand jobs through high-quality, future-oriented education. We advance our graduates into careers in healthcare, technology, business, entertainment arts, social services, and more, contributing to our economy and community. We evolve our students through work-integrated learning, upskilling, and reskilling.
Proud to be named one of Canada’s Top 50 research colleges, our applied research focuses on health and educational technology, and social innovation. Home to the Digital Entertainment Nexus, Calgary’s first esports arena, and the Bears varsity team, Bow Valley College is celebrating 60 years of student success. Learn more about the opportunities we create at bowvalleycollege.ca.
Position Summary
Bow Valley College’s School of Foundational Learning is seeking a dedicated and flexible High School Instructor (casual) to join our instructional team. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction to learners, preparing and updating course syllabi and lesson plans, and developing curriculum, manuals, and guides as required. You will assess and evaluate learner performance on an ongoing basis, providing feedback and progress reports, while also ensuring assessment criteria and official records are maintained accurately.
Supporting learner success will be central to your work, as you address academic issues such as attendance, conduct, and performance, while also referring students to appropriate supports including tutoring, counseling, and accommodations. You will play an active role in fostering a positive learning environment by participating in student-focused activities such as orientation, open house, and graduation events.
As a representative of Bow Valley College, you will also contribute to building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders, keeping current with changes in industry and pedagogy, and ensuring curriculum remains relevant and up-to-date. You may support articulation and transfer activities, as well as recruitment initiatives when required.
The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor of Education, a valid Alberta Teaching Certificate (Interim or Permanent), and at least two years of teaching experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
Preference will be given to candidates with a bachelor’s degree in a subject-related field, prior instructional experience in post-secondary or related settings, and demonstrated understanding of adult learning principles and Indigenous teaching and learning practices. Strong curriculum development experience, excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential. Experience with online delivery platforms such as D2L, Blackboard, or Moodle, along with exceptional organizational and writing skills, will be considered assets.
This is a casual opportunity and instructional portfolios may be adjusted based on operational requirements and specialized qualifications. If you are passionate about teaching, committed to student success, and eager to contribute to a collaborative and supportive educational environment, we encourage you to apply and join our team at Bow Valley College.
If your education was received internationally we will require you provide an international education assessment through IQAS, WES, or one of the other nationally designated organizations upon hire.
Closing Date: August 29, 2025
This opening is a casual (faculty) position. Please note all successful candidates will be required to provide copies of government issued identification and proof of educational qualifications upon hire and may be required to provide an enhanced police information check.
Diversity and Inclusion Commitment
Bow Valley College is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who would contribute to the further diversification of our employees including, but not limited to, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
