Casual International Language Instructor - Portuguese School

Simplication; London; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The London District Catholic School Board is seeking a Casual International Language Instructor to teach Portuguese on Saturday mornings. This casual replacement role supports St. Patrick Adult & Continuing Education and aims to promote language learning and cultural understanding.

You will deliver engaging lessons for students with varying abilities, using technology for online instruction when needed, aligned to curriculum and assessment strategies.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma; university degree preferred.
• Portuguese fluency, written and verbal.
• Good command of English.
• Ability to develop and execute lessons for diverse language levels.
• Catholic school experience preferred; active faith life.
• Strong understanding of curriculum and assessment strategies.
• Experience teaching language in Canadian classrooms.
• Excellent presentation and engagement skills.
• Ability to support struggling learners in language components.
• Strong classroom management and online instruction skills.

Responsibilities

• Instruct school-aged children on Saturday mornings in Portuguese.
• Deliver engaging lessons to varied language abilities.
• Align activities with curriculum and assessment practices.

Skills

Portuguese fluency

English proficiency

Lesson planning

Presentation skills

Technology for online instruction

Education

High school diploma

University degree preferred

Job description

The London District Catholic School Board has a reputation for excellence, with more than 4,700 employees working together to educate approximately 28,000 students at 44 elementary schools, 9 secondary schools and St. Patrick Adult & Continuing Education within Middlesex, Oxford and Elgin counties, including the cities of London, St. Thomas, Strathroy and Woodstock.

The London District Catholic School Board is currently accepting applications for:

Casual International Language Instructor – Portuguese School

St. Patrick Adult & Continuing Education

Reporting to the Principal, the Casual International Language Instructor provides instruction to school aged children on Saturday mornings. The primary purpose is to instruct students in the language and culture of a specific group, promoting an appreciation of one's own heritage and encouraging acceptance of other cultures.

This position exists to provide casual replacement coverage for an existing role within the organization and is subject to the availability of work, in accordance with operational needs.

Qualifications:

• Minimum high school diploma; university degree preferred
• Portuguese fluency, written and verbal, are required
• Good command of the English Language
• Ability to develop and execute lessons for students with varying abilities and language skills
• Experience in a Catholic school preferred
• Active personal faith life
• Excellent understanding of related curriculum,assessment strategies
• Language teaching experience, either paid or in volunteer capacity, in the Canadian classroom
• Excellent presentation skills and the ability to deliver effective lessons that engage students in learning
• Ability to work with students who are struggling to comprehend language components
• Excellent classroom management techniques
• Competent skills in the use of technology for on-line instruction

Start Date: Immediately
Salary: $20.00/hour

The London District Catholic schools exist to provide an educational atmosphere which fosters and directs the spiritual, intellectual, physical, and social growth of all our students to enable them to live and contribute as responsible Catholics in any society. Hiring a diverse workforce will best serve our students and promote an inclusive environment. The London District Catholic School Board is committed to equity and inclusion in the recruitment of qualified staff who reflect and support the diverse perspective and experiences and needs of our students and school communities. All hiring decisions will be fair, consistent, transparent, and made in accordance with applicable laws, including the Ontario Human Rights Code and the school board collective agreements.

The London District Catholic School Board is committed to providing accommodations. If you require accommodation to enable your participation in the interview & selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs. Please advise the Board when contacted for an interview.

Successful external candidates will be required to provide an original Police Record Check-Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) as a condition of employment. Please note that the VSC must be dated within 6 months of the date of acceptance of employment.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

V. Romeo, Director G. Pizzuti, Chair