Type: TermOpening Date For Accepting Applications: August 20, 2026Resume Review: September 2, 2026Position Start Date: October 2026Salary $7,600 per sectionContact: Human ResourcesEmail: [email protected]: 250-378-3308Address: NVIT4155 Belshaw St.Merritt, BC, V1K 1R1NVIT anticipates a requirement for a Term Instructor for the Indigenous Construction Standards (ICS) Micro-Credential Program, developed in partnership with the Construction Foundation of British Columbia (CFBC). The successful candidate will deliver two 3-credit courses (90 total instruction hours) using a hybrid-flex delivery model that may include campus-based instruction, online learning and community-based delivery opportunities.Job Summary/Responsibilities:Preparing and delivering course content using classroom, online and community-based instruction.Facilitate learner engagement through presentations, discussions, case studies, applied activities and guest speakers.Coordinating and work collaboratively with industry professionals, Indigenous community representatives and subject matter experts.Supporting students through coaching, mentoring, evaluation and feedback.Completing instructional and administration from assignment marking, learner evaluation, attendance tracking and reporting requirements.Participate in curriculum refinement, program review and continuous improvement.The program introduces learners to concepts related to:Indigenous housing and community infrastructure.Residential construction processes and project delivery.Construction quality standards and quality assurance practices.Building code awareness and construction fundamentals.Site safety and risk management.Housing inspections, facilities maintenance and asset management.Construction oversight, communication and reporting.Working with contractors, consultants,



leadership and community members.Indigenous perspectives related to housing and construction.Delivery ExpectationsDeliver learning using a hybrid-flex model.Facilitate both in-person and virtual learning environments.Travel periodically to Indigenous communities when required.Coordinate and host guest speakers and industry subject matter experts.QualificationsPoses a combination of education, training, skilled certifications and relevant construction, housing, project management and significant industry experience.Minimum four years of recent experience in one or more of the following:Residential construction and management; Building inspection; Indigenous housing; Facilities or asset management; Housing programdelivery; Community infrastructure development.Knowledge of construction practices, housing systems, construction quality principles and maintenance planning.Experience facilitating learning, mentoring, coaching, supervision, or instructionStrong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work effectively with Indigenous communities, learners, organizations, and industry partners.Understanding of Canada's colonial history and the devastating impacts on Indigenous peoples and Indigenous ways of being and knowing; Practice from aholistic, culturally safe and trauma-informed lens; Knowledge of and appreciation for Indigenous languages and cultures, and Indigenous lived experiences; Proven ability to build collaborative working relationships to achieve outcomes in the best location of students and NVIT; A demonstrated commitment to quality service to students and the public; BC's Indigenous Public Post-Secondary InstituteExperience the NVIT DifferenceNicola Valley Institute of TechnologyEmpowering learners by strengthening voice and identity through education.

📌 Term Instructor – Indigenous Construction Standards Micro-Credential (Merritt)
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