English Language Program - ESL & LINC Supply Instructors

Waterloo Catholic District School Board; Kitchener; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional educational institution in Kitchener seeks Supply Instructors for Adult ESL & LINC programs. Candidates with a post-secondary degree and ESL teaching qualifications are encouraged to apply. The role includes delivering language instruction to newcomers, with opportunities for remote teaching. $40.13 per hour plus vacation pay.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Post-Secondary Degree from an accredited institution.
• Formal Adult ESL Instruction Training or current registration in an accredited TESL Program.
• CLB Bootcamp certificate or willingness to complete within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver lessons based on ESL/LINC guidelines.
• Provide learner-centered language instruction sensitive to cultural differences.
• Assess learners’ needs and skill levels using CLB based assessment tools.

Skills

Proficiency in oral and written English

Classroom management

Technology use for teaching

Education

Post-Secondary Degree from an accredited institution

Formal Adult ESL Instruction Training

Tools

Avenue.ca

Chromebooks

Job description

Overview

Adult English as a Second Language Supply (ESL) & Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) - Supply Instructors – St. Louis Adult Learning and Continuing Education Centre. The Waterloo Catholic District School Board (WCDSB) provides services to students in 50 schools (K to 12) across the Waterloo Region and operates Adult Learning and Continuing Education programs through St. Louis Adult Learning and Continuing Education Centres. The Board conducts intentional recruitment and selection to achieve greater equity for employees and students and to diversify its workforce. All qualified applicants are welcome and encouraged to apply, and applicants may indicate if they are from a group who has experienced racial or social discrimination. Self-identification data will be used as a consideration in this posting, and aggregate data will be stored anonymously to support improvements to the Board’s hiring processes.

General Description Of The Program

• FREE English language training program
• Funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
• Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development
• You will report to the Program Managers of the CNC/LINC/ESL Program

General Description Of Duties

• Prepare and deliver Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) level appropriate lessons based on the ESL/LINC guidelines
• Provide learner–centered language instruction using resources and activities sensitive to cultural differences, equity, and inclusivity
• Assess learners’ needs, development, and skill levels in accordance with CLB guidelines using CLB based assessment tools
• Implement PBLA (Portfolio Based Language Assessment)
• Use an online platform for posting learning materials (Avenue.ca) in an in-person or remote situation
• Support students to do their work using Chromebooks in both in-person and remote learning scenarios
• Use professionally acceptable and effective classroom management strategies following LINC/ESL procedures
• Share community support contact information with students
• Fulfill administrative duties as required such as HARTS attendance

Note

All in-person and online classes are taught at the school by the Instructor. Online classes are also part of the program.

Minimum Requirements

• Post-Secondary Degree from an accredited institution
• Formal Adult ESL Instruction Training or current registration in an accredited TESL Program
• CLB Bootcamp certificate or willingness to complete within 30 days of hire
• Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written English

Desirable Assets

• Current OCELT Certification
• Experience teaching in an ESL setting
• Experience working with adult learners
• Completed PBLA training or willingness to complete training
• Knowledge of Avenue or other platforms for learning
• Comfortable using and learning more technology for teaching English

Salary

$40.13 per hour (plus vacation pay)

Program Hours

Monday to Friday 8:45 AM - 11:45 AM and 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday & Wednesday 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Hours of Work

On Call as needed

We hire from the supply list for temporary assignments and permanent assignments (Only OCELT qualified candidates qualify for permanent assignments).

Please be aware that applicants to St Louis Adult Learning and Continuing Education are not required to be Catholic.

Application Process

Applicants are required to apply directly through Apply to Education at:

Apply to Education assistance, contact 1-877-900-5627 (Monday – Friday, 7:30 am – 7:00 pm EST.)

In the application process, identify your qualifications and abilities, such as relevant experience to perform the duties of this job. Include your resume, covering letter and diplomas/certificates in your application.

Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Detailed information on the application process can be found at:

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.

To request this file in large print, please email. If you require a disability related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at [phone], extension 2368 to discuss your needs under the Human Rights Code. Responses to inquiries will be provided within 72 hours.

At WCDSB, we are committed to respecting your privacy, and will take appropriate measures to protect any personal information you may share with us through the job application process. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used to determine qualifications for employment. For more information about the Board’s Privacy Policy, please contact our Privacy Officer at 519-578-3660 Ext. 2381.

Background Check

The successful candidate will be required to produce a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Criminal Background Check. For further information on Criminal Background Checks, please refer to policy APS 038 on the website of the Waterloo Catholic District School Board.