Instructor- Cybersecurity (Casual)

About Bow Valley College

Bow Valley College is Calgarys college with local impact and global reach serving more than 15000 students. We launch our students by preparing them for in-demand jobs through high-quality future-oriented education. We advance our graduates into careers in healthcare technology business entertainment arts social services and more contributing to our economy and community. We evolve our students through work-integrated learning upskilling and reskilling.

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Position Summary

Bow Valley Colleges School of Technology is seeking a passionate and innovative Instructor Cybersecurity to join our creative academic team. This role is ideal for an individual who thrives on inspiring learners fostering inclusive engagement and shaping the next generation of digital creators. The Instructor applies strong teaching and learning expertise to deliver engaging instruction develop effective curriculum and promote excellence in student learning across the Digital Design programs. This role may teach within the either the regular or apprenticeship style diploma or the post-diploma certificate programs.

Reporting to the Program Chair the Instructor works collaboratively with faculty students and industry partners to deliver high-quality courses and develop innovative approaches to teaching. The successful candidate will guide the design and continuous improvement of curriculum courses and instructional methods to meet the evolving needs of learners and the digital media industry. They will foster an inclusive positive learning environment where students are encouraged to actively engage think critically and develop practical skills relevant to real-world creative industries.

Key responsibilities include instructing assigned courses developing lesson plans and assessments and contributing to program and curriculum design in collaboration with colleagues. The Instructor will stay current with industry trends and technologies ensuring that learning outcomes align with professional standards and emerging practices. Additionally the role involves maintaining accurate academic records supporting student success initiatives and participating in departmental and college events such as orientations open houses and graduation ceremonies.

The Instructor also plays a key role in building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders. This includes collaborating with industry partners participating in advisory committees and helping to develop community partnerships that support student placements and employment opportunities. Engagement in professional development applied research and continuous instructional improvement is also encouraged.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Post-secondary Diploma in a related field (Information Technology Security / Cybersecurity ideally).
• A minimum of two years of industry experience
• Demonstrable familiarity and experience in digital design or a closely related discipline.
• Strong communication organizational time management and interpersonal skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience leading workshops lectures or seminars.
• A combination of directly related education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Five or more years of relevant industry experience.
• Previous teaching experience at the post-secondary level.
• Ability to work effectively with learners of diverse backgrounds and skill levels.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills with a learner-centered approach.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to an innovative and growing program at Bow Valley College where creativity collaboration and industry connection drive student success.

If your education was received internationally we will require you provide an international education assessment through IQAS WES or one of the other nationally designated organizations upon hire.

Closing Date: November 7th 2025

This opening is a casual (faculty) position. Please note all successful candidates will be required to provide copies of government issued identification and proof of educational qualifications upon hire and may be required to provide an enhanced police information check.

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

Bow Valley College is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who would contribute to the further diversification of our employees including but not limited to visible minorities Indigenous peoples persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.