Director, Teacher Education, Innovation and Partnerships – (990059.2)

Organizational Unit

University of Victoria -> Faculty of Education -> Dean’s Office

Location

University of Victoria – Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)

Posting Close Date

16 April 2026

Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.

FTE

0.5

Salary Grade

$83,094.00 – $108,088.00

Additional Posting Information

Please note that while the university encourages and accepts external applications, a strong pool of internal candidates has been identified for this opportunity.

Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.

Classification

SG13

Start Date

6/29/2026

End Date

6/30/2027

Employee Group:

PEA – Term

# of Hires Needed

1

Category

Administrative and Support Services

About this Opportunity

The University of Victoria is one of Victoria’s largest employers and one of Canada’s best diversity employers. Together we are more than 5,000 dedicated faculty, librarians and staff supporting the University of Victoria’s diverse academic programs, world-class research and commitment to civic engagement.

• This position is eligible for a campus flex arrangement*

The salary range for this position is:

• Recruitment range: $83,094- $91,625 starting salary determined by the PEA Collective Agreement.
• Performance range: $108,088 salary range ceiling is available through annual performance increases.

Job Summary

Mandate:

The Teacher Education Renewal and West Shore Campus Development is responsible for and works cooperatively and collaboratively with the Dean, Department Chair, Administrative Officer, Program Coordinators, and Education Advising to effectively lead, implement, and monitor the Teacher Education program renewal process.

The Director, Teacher Education, Innovation and Partnerships oversees the strategic development and management of the Faculty of Education’s presence and activities at the John Horgan West Shore Campus and leads the establishment of the John Horgan Campus Innovation Hub.

This position works directly with campus interest holders, community partners, and internal Faculty leadership to ensure successful implementation and integration of West Shore initiatives with the faculty’s strategic objectives.

Objectives:

• Oversee the Teacher Education program renewal process, ensuring timely coordination with consultants and internal stakeholders to finalize documentation and secure program approval by the Dean and relevant governance bodies.
• Establish and grow Faculty of Education presence at John Horgan Campus; Coordinate activities and partnerships with local school districts and community partners; Develop and model innovative pedagogies for 2027 Teacher Education Program, and the English and French Elementary PDP Programs).
• Collaboratively co-lead the design and implementation of the John Horgan Campus Innovation Hub (iHUB), including infrastructure planning, governance model creation, and alignment with the faculty’s innovation and engagement goals.
• Work collaboratively with Dean, Department Chair, Administrative Officers, and Program Coordinators; Build and maintain relationships with campus partners and community organizations; Coordinate cross-functional initiatives to support Faculty strategic objectives.
• Oversee all aspects of teacher education programs, ensuring their quality, effectiveness, and alignment with UVic’s academic standards through monitoring and evaluation systems.
• Coordinate with internal teams—including the Dean, Department Chair, Administrative Officer, Program Coordinators, and Education Advising—and maintain strong relationships with school districts, mentor teachers, and field advisors to support collaborative program delivery.
• Ensure all teacher education programs meet provincial certification requirements by liaising with the BC Teachers’ Council (BCTC), Teacher Regulation Branch (TRB), and Teacher Qualification Service (TQS) and by monitoring teacher candidate certification processes.
• Contribute to the implementation of the Teacher Education Program’s strategic goals, align initiatives with UVic’s broader institutional priorities, and participate in local and provincial working groups to advance teacher education.

Travel beyond the regular commute to the UVic main campus will be taken into consideration, aligning with UVic policies concerning travel and professional activities.

Job Requirements

This position requires a Master’s Degree in an education-related field and at least 5 years of experience. Experience must include:

• Teaching experience in K to 12.
• Familiarity with the public education in British Columbia and knowledge of the professional standards and requirements of the British Columbia Teacher Regulation Branch and the British Columbia Teachers’ Council.
• Supervision and mentoring in professional contexts.

Equivalent combinations of training, education and/or experience may be considered. Preference will be given to experience working in a related program with teacher candidates.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include:

• Effective human relations skills and an ability to interact positively and productively with faculty, staff, students and school personnel.
• Strong organizational abilities, including the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills.
• Computer skills necessary for database management (i.e., MS Work, and MS Excel).
• Flexibility and willingness to accept reasonable variation in the nature and balance of responsibilities and tasks necessitated by the season cycle of work, staff changes and other factors.
• Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive and respectful working and learning environment.

Territory Acknowledgement: We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Equity Statement: UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups.

Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement.

Accessibility Statement: If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact: uviccareers@uvic.ca Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

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