Instructor - Legal Assistant Diploma

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Job Description

About Bow Valley College

For 60 years, Calgary’s college has grown to prepare 14,000 students annually for meaningful careers in health care, social services, business, technology, and creative industries. Every program has a Work Integrated Learning requirement, ensuring students contribute to the workplace before they graduate. With a strong focus on advanced simulation training and Alberta’s evolving needs, Bow Valley College’s new Health Care Centre of Excellence is working to expand space and programs, aimed at graduating four-times as many health professionals annually by 2036.

Proudly recognized as one of Canada’s Top 50 Research Colleges, we combine innovative learning with hands-on experience. Home to Alberta’s only major e-sports arena and a state-of-the-art digital production hub. Learn more about the opportunities Bow Valley College creates for students, Calgary, and Alberta at bowvalleycollege.ca.

Position Summary

The Chiu School of Business is recruiting casual instructors to teach in the Legal Assistant Diploma program. We are recruiting particularly for individuals with the background and experience to teach Commercial Law, Criminal Law, Real Estate Law, and Wills & Estates.

All instructors in the Chiu School of Business are responsible for supporting the delivery of courses and providing instruction to students in multiple delivery modalities, while integrating current practices, techniques, and assessment methods. The duties of an instructor also include facilitating inclusive student engagement, evaluating student progress, and supporting students in meeting learning outcomes of their courses and programs. Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders of the school and institution is essential to supporting continuous, instructional, and program improvement. This includes other faculty, schools, departments, and industry partners. Participation in Professional Development activities is expected in this role.

Responsibilities encompass all faculty professional duties related to instructional delivery, including teaching preparation; program and course development; evaluation; student support such as remediation and consultation; participation in special projects and College committees; and other related duties as assigned.

Position responsibilities and accountabilities include but are not limited to:

Curriculum Development

• Creates learning activities and authentic assessments that encourage experiential learning and promote work-ready skills.
• Utilizes innovative curriculum and assessment methods to integrate adult teaching methodologies.

Quality Instruction and Facilitation

• Inspires student engagement through innovative assessments and learning opportunities.
• Provides a positive learning experience for students.
• Researches resources to keep current with industry trends.
• Prepares and delivers course(s) as assigned (includes lesson plans, assessments, learning activities, course schedule, resources, etc.).
• Evaluates student performance on an ongoing basis; identify areas of concern and refer to Program Chair for follow up as necessary.
• Addresses academic honesty concerns among students (identify, report, complete paperwork, etc.); refer to Program Chair for follow up as necessary.
• Refers students to other institutional supports and campus services (i.e.: tutoring, counselling, academic advising, accessibility services, career and employment services, financial aid, technology support, etc.).
• Ensures academic accommodations are met for learners with disabilities (i.e.: assistive technology, modified course load, additional time on exams/assignments, incorporate Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles, use of testing services, etc.).
• Validates that course content among offerings within LMS is ready for release at the beginning of each semester.
• Supports students in meeting learning outcomes and facilitate inclusive student engagement.
• Meets with students as necessary.
• Maintains official records as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in related discipline (Master’s Degree preferred) Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree or Juris Doctor (JD) may be required
• 3 years practical experience in a relevant area of law.
• 2 years’ instructional experience at the post-secondary/adult education/corporate training level or combination thereof.
• An equivalent combination of directly related education and experience may be considered.
• Police information check including a vulnerable sector may be required.
• Instructional experience in a post-secondary environment an asset
• Curriculum development and design experience an asset.
• Instructional skills in multiple delivery modalities with a diverse student population an asset
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal); dedication to keeping others informed.
• Strong work ethic, resourceful, and motivation to take initiative
• Demonstrated proficiency with modern technology, including Microsoft 365, legal‑industry software, and emerging AI tools, with a strong interest in learning and adopting new technologies.

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

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.

Closing Date: This posting will remain open until a suitable candidate has been hired.

Union :

BVCFA

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.