Qualifications for Continuing Studies Instructors Policy
Context and Purpose
This policy will guide Vancouver Community College (VCC; the College) in the hiring of instructors for Continuing Studies with the appropriate credentials and experience commensurate with the academic and professional standards of their programs, courses and/or services. Highly qualified instructors are critical to student success at VCC.
Scope and Limits
This policy and related procedures applies to all Continuing Studies instructors at Vancouver Community College.
Principles
- The College is committed to the continuous assurance of program quality and the success of its students through graduation.
- The credibility of the College’s programs/courses require instructors who are appropriately qualified:
- Instructor qualification requirements will vary in accordance with the academic and professional expectations appropriate to the College’s diverse programs, courses and/or service responsibilities.
- Instructors have the appropriate balance of three essential qualifications: employment experience, academic and/or professional/industry credentials, and a commitment to teaching excellence.
- Meets external expectations where there are accreditation, articulation, and provincial/national approval bodies.
Definitions
- Qualifications
- The academic and professional expectations appropriate to individual courses include specific, desirable and/or additional qualifications as determined by the Program Coordinator in conjunction with the Dean of Continuing Studies.
- Temporary Instructional Appointment
- A contract issued to continuing studies instructors outlining the details of each assigned course including rate of pay, hours and dates.
Related Resources
VCC Policies
Other Resources
- College and Institute Act, RSBC 1996, c 52
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