Automotive Service Technician Foundation Instructor

The Mission Public School District is located on the traditional, ancestral, unsurrendered, and shared territories of Stó:lo people, of Leq'á:mel, Semá:th, Máthxwi, Sq'éwlets and Qwó:ltl'el First Nations, stewards of this land since time immemorial.

Halq'eméylem is the language of this land and of Stó:lo ancestors. The place from where Halq’eméylem (Upriver dialect) originates is Leq’á:mel. The language comes from the land, and it has been this way since time immemorial.

We invite applications for the position of:

School: Riverside College

Position: Automotive Service Technician Foundation Instructor

FTE: 1.0

Grade: Grade 12 and Graduated Students

Status: Temporary

Start Date: ASAP to June 30, 2025

This teaching assignment may involve evening hours. Some weekend hours may be required where appropriate. Offsite travel will be required.

Qualifications:

• A valid B.C Teaching Certificate or ability to meet the requirement of the Ministry of Education Teacher Regulation Branch
• Red Seal qualifications as an Automotive Service Technician
• A minimum of 5 years experience as an Automotive Service Technician
• Recent successful experience as an instructor working with youth and adults.
• Recent successful experience placing students into industry related work experience/job placement.
• Learning Assistance training or experience is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team member in a self-paced, multi-disciplined environment.
• Knowledge of SkilledTradesBC Automotive Service Technology Foundation Curriculum and assessment
• Knowledge of Automotive Service Technician industry related resources and community resources
• Possess current knowledge and involvement with Automotive Service Technician industry trends.
• Knowledge of WorksafeBC policy, practices and procedures
• Knowledge of best business practice
• Knowledge of computer-based learning and support materials (ex: Electrude)
• Certified in Tire Industry Association basic 200 course.
• Knowledge of on-line learning platforms (ex: Zoom, MS Teams, Scholantis)

General Duties:

• To provide classroom instruction of SkilledTradesBC Automotive Service Technician Foundation curriculum that is reflective of industry competencies to students registered in a full-time Automotive Service Technician Foundation trade certification program.
• Implement instruction based on SkilledTradesBC course outlines and guidelines and engage in the development of related curriculum and course work.
• To facilitate student success and course/program completion
• To conduct regular on-going assessment of student progress leading to a formal evaluation/final letter grade in accordance with Ministry of Education and SkilledTradesBC program standards
• To provide regular on-going reporting of student attendance
• To serve as the Teacher Advisor for students in the assigned program, and oversee program Work Study at various locations throughout the Lower Mainland
• To identify suitable Work Study placements and follow School District Work Study guidelines and practices for Work Study, including the completion of Work Site Analysis and all required paperwork.
• To teach employability skills as they relate to the Automotive Service industry.
• To arrange for formal industry related testing as appropriate and as per SkilledTradesBC requirements
• To assist students outside one’s teaching assignment as requested and where appropriate.
• To liaise with the SkilledTradesBC as needed and required
• To liaise with industry contacts at both the regional and provincial levels
• To assist students in finding industry related work experience and job placements.

For your application to be considered, all required documents must be included with your application which include:

• resume
• cover letter
• recent teaching reports and/or practicum reports
• copy of BC Teaching Certificate and/or TQS card or information on current status

The starting annual salary for this position ranges from $57,972-$106,217, with placement on the range based on length of service, FTE and qualifications in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

Please be sure that you have received a confirmation from Make a Future that you have applied to a specific posting. Without this confirmation your application will not have been submitted.

Why the Mission School District?

We are a medium-sized district with rural and urban schools. We are large enough to provide a variety of programs and services, and small enough to build meaningful relationships with our students, parents, colleagues, and other stakeholders.

The school district is focused on following the school's strategic plan which sets the direction for the organization and supports student learning. Click here to learn more about the strategic plan and related priorities. We are committed to forming safe and inclusive workspaces and schools. To learn more, review our policy for Respectful Schools and Workplaces.

About Mission

Mission is nestled on a southern coastal mountain slope, overlooking the lush valley of the mighty Fraser River. Ideally situated, Mission is located an hour east of Vancouver and 20 minutes from Abbotsford. Mission was originally inhabited by the Sto:lo First Nations people, and today this rapidly growing and dynamic centre is home to a population of some 38,000 residents. Come see why Mission is "the Jewel in the Valley".

What opportunities do we offer?

• District Mentorship/ Leadership Groups
• In-house training, online training, leadership training, and professional development opportunities
• A great place to live that is relatively affordable compared to other lower mainland cities
• Access to wellness resources

Thank you for your interest. Please note only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Accommodations/adjustments are available for interviews and in the workplace. If selected for an interview Human Resources will provide information on how to request accommodation/adjustments.