Language Learning and Acquisition Lab Assistant (On-Call) at Douglas College

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Position Information

Location New Westminster/Coquitlam Campus
Salary Range $27.41 to $30.30 per hour. Salary scale and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement
The Opportunity You bring a wealth of knowledge and experience with engaging students in oral/aural and/or reading/writing learning activities to supplement instruction in English Language Learning and Acquisition (ELLA) courses. You work seamlessly with faculty to deliver lessons, occasionally lead field trips, and initiate other in-class activities to drive a safe and engaging learning environment. Together with instructors in these courses, you are an instrumental team member in providing feedback from the learning lab activities, tracking student progress, and identifying ways to enhance students’ comprehension of learning activities.

If this sounds like you, we need your talents! Apply to the Language Learning and Acquisition Lab Assistant position, and join our dedicated and supportive team
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 opportunities
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

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WHAT IT TAKES

• Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills, including written and/or verbal fluency in English;
• Familiarity with computer-based language learning activities;
• Good working knowledge of the principles of effective language acquisition;
• A demonstrated ability to:
  • Speak English fluently;
  • initiate and conduct conversations in English and encourage the participation of students;
  • follow the course materials provided faculty members;
  • facilitate educational activities in a large group setting;
  • facilitate tutoring in small group or one on one settings;

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Additional Information This temporary, on-call position is available starting January 5, 2026. The position is located at the New Westminster campus and at the Coquitlam campus. Travel between campuses may be required. Work shifts generally take place between 8:30am and 8:00pm, Monday to Friday per the lab schedules set each semester. Scheduled hours range between 4 hours to 7 hours per day, depending on the assignment. The number of hours per semester differs based on course offerings and demand. Shift days and times may change depending on the Department’s need. Occasional evening and/or weekend work and overtime may be required.

Currently, we anticipate work available on Fridays 10:30am – 2:30pm from January 12 to April 14, 2026.
Posting Number 02650SA
Position Title Language Learning and Acquisition Lab Assistant (On-Call)
Anticipated Start Date 01/05/2026
End Date
Needs a Criminal Records Check No
How To Apply

Open Date 11/03/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Maximum Number of References 3
Minimum Number of References 3
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
Important Note Qualified internal applicants must apply by November 7, 2025 to be given first consideration. Click the link at the top of this page to apply directly to this posting.