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Philosophy - Contract Faculty

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please apply online, including:
  • a cover letter
  • your CV, and
  • the names and contact details for three (3) references.

Proof of educational credentials (e.g., official sealed transcripts or original diploma) is required at the time of interview, and additional teaching portfolio items (e.g., student evaluations, teaching statement) may be requested.

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Philosophy - Contract Faculty
Posting Number 00610F
Location New Westminster/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 09/01/2024
End Date
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, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.
Work Arrangements
The Department of Philosophy & Humanities in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences invites applicants for its contract teaching pool, beginning in the Fall 2024 semester.
The successful applicant will be added to the department’s list of available contract instructors, who may be called upon to teach courses on a contract basis as the need arises. Contract courses are offered each term based on available sections and in accordance with the priority laid out in the current Collective Agreement.
What Douglas Offers

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 colleges even better.
The Role
The successful applicant will teach undergraduate philosophy courses on a contract basis. At this time, we specifically seek a candidate qualified to teach PHIL 2220: Philosophy of Education, as we anticipate teaching needs in this area in Fall 2024.
Responsibilities
You will instruct students, facilitate learning, and evaluate student progress in University Transfer courses that are mostly offered at the first and second year level. You will plan, organize, and manage learning activities and resources, provide academic advice to students, and maintain quality student‐centered instruction.
To Be Successful in this Role You Will Need
The successful candidate must possess the following:
  • A completed PhD in Philosophy is strongly preferred; applicants who are PhD A.B.D. may be considered
  • Successful post-secondary teaching experience in philosophy.
  • Demonstrable teaching excellence and commitment to student learning.
  • Expertise in the following area: Philosophy of Education.
Link to Full Position Profile
Needs a Criminal Records Check No
Posting Detail Information

Open Date 05/08/2024
Close Date 05/22/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please apply online, including:
  • a cover letter
  • your CV, and
  • the names and contact details for three (3) references.


Proof of educational credentials (e.g., official sealed transcripts or original diploma) is required at the time of interview, and additional teaching portfolio items (e.g., student evaluations, teaching statement) may be requested.
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://www.douglascollegecareers.ca/postings/12245

Supplemental Questions

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  1. * How did you first find out about this employment opportunity?
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    • Agency Referral
    • Professional Association Website
    • Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICAN)
    • Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT)
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    • Career Fair or Other Hiring Event
    • Other
    • Glassdoor
  2. * Are you a current or former Douglas College employee/student?
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    • Former employee
    • Current student
    • Former student
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  3. * If you are a current/former employee/student, enter your ID number. (Type in N/A if not applicable.)

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  4. * If you are not a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident, do you currently have a valid Canadian work permit?
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    • No
    • Not Applicable
  5. * If you have a valid Canadian work permit, please indicate expiry date and the type of work permit you hold. (Type N/A if not applicable).

    (Open Ended Question)

  6. * Please confirm that you will maintain residency in the Lower Mainland for the duration of your employment.
    • Yes, I confirm
    • No, I am not able to meet this requirement

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. References with Contact Information
Optional Documents