Job Description

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is more than just a place to learn; it's a university powered by the people who live and work here--students, staff, and faculty alike. As one of BC's Top Employers, we strive to implement initiatives that will attract, support, engage, and retain KPU's people and create an environment where all employees see themselves as contributing to student learning. Join us today and transform your future!

Competition ID:

3939

Internal Closing Date:

March 7, 2025

External Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

# of Openings:

1


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Salary Information:

Faculty Pay Scale

Employment Type:

Qualified Faculty List

Workplace Type:

On-Site

Travel Frequency:

Employee Group:

Faculty (Kwantlen Faculty Association)

Days of Work (BCGEU):

Hours of Work (BCGEU):

Hours per Week (BCGEU):

ELS Instructor for the course ELST1010 - Introduction to Professional Communication for Internationally Educated Nurses (PCIEN)

POSITION TYPE:

QUALIFIED FACULTY LIST

POSITION START:

Summer 2025

FACULTY OVERVIEW:

The Faculty of Academic and Career Preparation (ACP) believes that upgrading creates opportunities. ACP upgrading courses help students meet educational and career goals. We also offer access programs for students with diverse learning needs and other community-based education programs such as Third Age Learning at Kwantlen. For more information about ACP, please consult the following link: https://www.kpu.ca/acp

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Kwantlen Polytechnic University's English Language Studies (ELS) department offers a dynamic teaching environment with opportunities to work in partnership with experienced professionals and to participate in university life. The ELS program serves a diverse domestic and international population of English language learners. The ELS department is seeking applicants to add to their Qualified ELS Faculty List for the Course ELST1010 - Introduction to Professional Communication for Internationally Educated Nurses (PCIEN).


PCIEN is a course for domestic learners who have occupational certification as an RN, LPN or RPN from countries outside of Canada. The goal of the course is to increase participants' language skills to be successful on competency exams, language proficiency tests, and applying for licensures or entry into bridging or refresher programs in Canada. Course participants learn practical communication strategies and theoretical knowledge that will enhance their communication skills and cultural competence for British Columbian health care settings. Activities include participating in filmed roleplays using standardized patients, giving and receiving feedback, practicing effective team communications, listening to and analyzing patient interactions, and completing written assignments. The ELS instructor will be collaborating with a Healthcare Workplace Facilitator (R.N.), who provides the clinical perspective to the class.


This course is a 6-credit course and may be offered out of Richmond, Langley or Surrey campuses.


More information concerning the working conditions for a faculty member are outlined in Article 12 of the Kwantlen Faculty Association (KFA) Collective Agreement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree in TESOL or related discipline (completed or in progress) TESL training of 100 or more hours methodology, including a supervised practicum of 20 hours or more English native-like fluency in both spoken and written language Minimum two years teaching a variety of ELT, EAP, and ESP courses to adults at the advanced level Training in interpersonal communication skills or equivalent Experience teaching professional communication skills to internationally educated health professionals/Nurses A combination of experience, training, and education will be considered


Preference will be given to applicants who have:

Experience and/or knowledge of e-learning (MOODLE) Experience and/or knowledge of assessment tools BC TEAL/TESL Canada certification Experience teaching in a university environment Experience team teaching

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Candidates are asked to submit:

Resume

Cover Letter

SALARY INFORMATION:

Placement on the salary scale will be dependent on level of education and relevant teaching experience. Advancement up the pay scale is based on FTE and employment status.

Total Rewards

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more! Note: eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary if the position is temporary or part-time.


Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU's workplace, culture and total rewards.

Note to Applicants

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.


If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at humanresources@kpu.ca.


Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.


We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.