Contract Faculty - Therapeutic Recreation

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Position Information

Location See Work Arrangements 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.
The Opportunity
The Therapeutic Recreation Department is seeking a contract faculty for the Fall 2025 academic term to teach THRT 2309 Physical Fitness: Theory and Application in Therapeutic Recreation. The location of work is in-person at the Coquitlam Campus of Douglas College.
WHO WE ARE
Do what you love. Be good at it. That's how Douglas College defines a great career. It's a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC's Top Employers. We love what we do. And we're looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada's best degree-granting colleges even better.


Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.
WHAT WE OFFER
We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Competitive salaries
• 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

WHAT IT TAKES
The Program:

The Department of Therapeutic Recreation is a unique program, recognized as an innovative program leader with a strong academic and research-based curriculum in addition to numerous opportunities for experiential learning throughout both the Diploma and Bachelor Degree programs. Graduates from both the Diploma and Degree programs are career ready or, if desired, some Degree graduates choose to continue onto Graduate level programs. The Department of Therapeutic Recreation currently prepares BTR students for eligibility to become a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist.

Responsibilities:

As a faculty member, you will be required to instruct students, facilitate learning, and evaluate student progress in a therapeutic recreation course.

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.

Position Requirements:

• A doctoral degree is preferred, but an otherwise qualified candidate with a master's degree or bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Kinesiology, or related field may be considered.
• A minimum of one credential must have a major in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation, or Leisure Studies.
• Current NCTRC certification.
• Knowledge and work experience in fitness for people of various ages and abilities.
• Knowledge and experience in applying fitness principles to developing individual & group fitness programs. Experience and education in adaptive fitness is preferred.
• Knowledge of cultural diversity and ability to work with people of varying ages and abilities.
• Having demonstrated a strong commitment to innovative approaches to teaching and learning and having a range of teaching experiences in post-secondary education is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and willingness to work cooperatively in a team setting.
• The ability to use online learning platforms is required, even for in-person teaching.

Additional Information
The position is open until filled, with the first review of applications on June 25, 2025.
Posting Number 00711F Position Type Faculty - Contract Position Title Contract Faculty - Therapeutic Recreation Anticipated Start Date 09/02/2025 End Date Needs a Criminal Records Check No

How To Apply

Open Date 06/11/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Important Note
Qualified internal applicants must apply by June 25, 2025 to be given first consideration. Click the link at the top of this page to apply directly to this posting.
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