Therapeutic Recreation - Contract Faculty

Therapeutic Recreation - Contract Faculty

Interested applicants must submit their application and all required documents online on the Douglas College Career Site www.douglascollegecareers.ca. Qualified internal applicants shall be given first consideration in filling the position. All internal applications must be received by Friday 11th October 2025. Please ensure your resume clearly explains how you meet the required knowledge, skills and abilities of the position for which you are applying. All candidates selected for interview will need to bring original certificates and diplomas of educational credentials noted on their resume.

Position Information

Position Title: Therapeutic Recreation - Contract Faculty

Posting Number: 00651F

Location: Coquitlam Campus

Grade or Pay Level: In accordance with the current Collective Agreement

Salary Range: Hourly: $52.41-$114.65/hour; Per Three Credit Course: $7,947; Actual salary or hourly rate will be based on the number of credits and term of appointment according to the Collective Agreement.

Position Type: Faculty - Contract

Posting Type: Internal/External

Regular/Temporary: Contract

Employment Type: Part-Time

Posting Category: Faculty

Start Date: 01/01/2025

End Date: 04/30/2025

Equity Statement: Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity.

Work Arrangements: The Therapeutic Recreation Department is seeking a contract faculty for the Winter 2025 academic term to teach THRT 1204 Principles and Practices of Health. Location of work is in-person at the Coquitlam Campus of Douglas College.

We are looking for an outstanding candidate who has the knowledge and expertise in therapeutic recreation to instruct this course. Further contracts may be awarded in the future.

What Douglas Offers:

• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development funding
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

The Department of Therapeutic Recreation is recognized as an innovative program leader with a strong academic and research-based curriculum that includes numerous opportunities for experiential learning in both the Diploma and Bachelor degree (BTR) programs. Courses in the department are taught both in person and online.

Responsibilities:

Faculty typically teach a range of academic and practicum/internship courses. As a faculty member, you will be required to instruct students, facilitate learning and evaluate student progress in therapeutic recreation and other college level courses. You will plan, organize and manage learning activities and resources, provide academic advice to learners and maintain high quality learner-centred instruction. A faculty member is also required to work collaboratively with all TR Department members.

To Be Successful in this Role You Will Need:

• A Master’s degree (in-progress considered) in Therapeutic Recreation or a closely related field.
• A minimum of one credential must have a major in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation or Leisure Studies.
• A Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) designation is preferred.
• Knowledge and expertise in the following areas:

1. Cultural diversity and ability to work with people of varying ages and abilities
2. The theories & constructs of health, the different dimensions of health, healthy lifestyles, theories and models of health behavior change.

Assets include:

1. A range of teaching experiences with post-secondary experience and demonstrating a strong commitment to innovative approaches to teaching and learning.
2. Excellent communication skills and willingness to work cooperatively in a team setting.
3. The ability to use online learning platforms is required even for in-person teaching.

Link to Full Position Profile:

Needs a Criminal Records Check: No

Open Date: 09/27/2024

Close Date: Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant: Interested applicants must submit their application and all required documents online on the Douglas College Career Site www.douglascollegecareers.ca. Qualified internal applicants shall be given first consideration in filling the position. All internal applications must be received by Friday 11th October 2025. Please ensure your resume clearly explains how you meet the required knowledge, skills and abilities of the position for which you are applying. All candidates selected for interview will need to bring original certificates and diplomas of educational credentials noted on their resume.