Front-end Development Interactive ; FDIT Instructor

FACULTY POSITION TITLE

Front-End Development for Interactive Applications (FDIT) Instructor

POSITION TYPE
: REGULAR (WITH 75% workload), QUALIFIED FACULTY LIST

POSITION START
: SEPTEMBER 2026

Imagine working in a cutting-edge facility backed by a 30-year history as an industry leader. The Wilson School of Design (WSD), located on the Richmond campus, has eight programs that encourage students to take risks and innovate in small, personalized classes offering intensive hands-on learning experiences and state-of-the-art equipment.

The Diploma in Front-End Development for Interactive Applications program is designed for students new to both design and coding, with focus areas in Web Fundamentals, Front-End Technologies and Coding Principles, Design Fundamentals, UI/UX and Prototyping, and Project Management and Professional Development. The curriculum introduces students to mobile and software contexts while focusing on responsive web design and frameworks, and web development best practices and optimization.

We are seeking qualified faculty to join our dedicated team.

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) proudly offers all learners opportunities to achieve success in a diverse range of programs that blend theory and practice, critical understanding, and social and ethical awareness necessary for good citizenship and rewarding careers. KPU acknowledges the Kwantlen First Nation and the traditional lands of the Kwantlen, Musqueam, Katzie, Semiahmoo, Tsawwassen, Qayqayt, and Kwikwetlem peoples.

The Front-End Development (FDIT) diploma program is seeking applicants who are qualified to teach one or a selection of the following courses (developer-related, design-related):

• FDIT 1100 Web Development Foundations
• FDIT 1110 Web Systems Development Methodologies
• FDIT 1120 Design Foundations for Interactive Applications
• FDIT 1130 User Interface (UI) Foundations
• FDIT 1140 User Experience (UX) Foundations
• FDIT 1200 Front-End Web Programming
• FDIT 1210 Back-End Web Programming
• FDIT 1220 Front-End Development Frameworks & Libraries 1
• FDIT 1230 Design Systems for Interactive Applications
• FDIT 1240 Responsive Design:
  Principles & Prototyping
• FDIT 2100 Front-End Development Frameworks & Libraries 2
• FDIT 2120 Web Application Development Project
• FDIT 2130 Motion Design for Interactive Applications
• FDIT 2140 Design and Development Integration Studio
• FDIT 2200 Special Topics in Web Development
• FDIT 2210 Professional Development
• FDIT 2230 Data Visualization for Interactive Applications
• FDIT 2240 Design and Development:
  Capstone

Faculty members of WSD are also expected to contribute and participate in any of the following:

• Curriculum development and review
• Assisting students outside of scheduled class time
• Service and representation of the program on various university committees, internally and externally

More information concerning the working conditions for a faculty member is outlined in Article 12 of the Kwantlen Faculty Association (KFA) Collective Agreement.

Minimum qualifications include:

Developer-related courses:

• A Bachelor s degree in computer science, engineering, interactive media, or related fields
• At least 3 years working in web: either agency or working for a company
• Experience with developing apps (mobile or web) within the last 5 years
• Post-secondary teaching experience, minimum 3 years preferred or a teaching credential

Design-related courses:

• A Bachelor s degree in design, psychology, kinesiology, computer science, or related discipline or academic credentials and experience appropriate to areas of responsibility
• At least 5 years working in design: UX and UI
• Professional experience within the last 5 years
• Experience can be part of in-house team or agency. If consulting, then will need to see roles with partners
• Important to have worked as part of a team
• Post-secondary teaching experience, minimum 3 years preferred or a teaching credential

Candidates are asked to submit:

• Submit a resume and cover letter (preferably in PDF format) that includes evidence of teaching and/or design experience, as well as scholarly or industry accomplishments. The cover letter should indicate the specific course number(s) and name(s) of interest.
• Provide a rationale for the selected courses. Course numbers, names, and calendar descriptions are listed below for reference.

• Student focused
  :
  Demonstrates appreciation for students and the role of a learner-centered institution.
• Collaborative
  : provides evidence of strong interpersonal communication and embracing a collaborative style of working. A team player committed to fostering consensus building towards the success of the program.
• Leader
  :
  Strong academic leadership qualities and experience
• Organizational skills
  : diplomatic, consultative, and democratic. Organized, pays attention to details and a multi-tasker; able to manage and prioritize multiple demands and various levels of accountability. Understands institutional policies…