Instructor(s), English as a Second Language

Vancouver Island University; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Vancouver Island University is seeking Instructors for ESL courses, available part-time in a variety of instructional methods. Candidates with a Master's Degree and specific ESL qualifications will thrive in a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and engagement in student success initiatives. Join us in fostering an inclusive and diverse academic community.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit plan

Ample paid holiday time

Professional development opportunities

Desirable pension plan

Well-being initiatives

Strategic discounts

Flexible work opportunities

Qualifications

• Master's Degree from an accredited institution required.
• Minimum 1000 hours teaching adult ESL/EFL.
• Fluency verification may be requested.

Responsibilities

• Teach ESL courses in various environments (face-to-face, remote, blended).
• Attend faculty meetings and engage in program initiatives.
• Support students and participate in department committees.

Skills

Teaching English as a Second Language

Commitment to student success

Basic computer skills

Education

Master's Degree

TESL Canada criteria equivalent to Professional Standard One

Tools

Relevant computer applications

Job description

Duties:

Instructors may be required to teach in a variety of courses and/or programs, including multi-level English for Academic Purposes, English for General Purposes, and Graduate Preparation. Instructors may be assigned to teach in International Academic Support, ESL Learning Centre or provide instructional ESL support.

Instructors are expected to attend faculty meetings and engage in program initiatives. Candidates must demonstrate commitment to ongoing professional training, subject currency, and institutional service. Course delivery may be face-to-face, remote, or blended. Instructors need to be prepared to instruct in any of these environments. Instructors are expected to integrate basic computer skills into instruction.

Candidates must demonstrate commitment to teaching, learning, and student success. Successful candidates will participate in activities outside the classroom including student support and department committees.

Varied term and auxiliary positions may be available throughout the year.

Fall: Aug 29 to Oct 22, 2024; Oct 23 to Dec 13, 2024
Spring: Jan 2 to Feb 25, 2025; Feb 26 to Apr 17, 2025
Intersession: Apr 28 to Jun 19, 2025; Jun 20 to Aug 12, 2025

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must have a Master's Degree from an appropriately accredited institution. Applicants with exceptional demonstrated experience or a unique combination of education and experience may be considered. Only candidates with a Master's Degree can be assigned the full slate of positions in the ESL department.

Applicants must meet TESL Canada criteria equivalent to Professional Standard One (Permanent) and have teaching English As a Second Language training and qualifications through an accredited institution with recent documented experience (minimum 1000 hours) teaching adult ESL and/or EFL. Applicants must also be familiar with relevant computer applications. Successful candidates will be either native speakers of English or able to demonstrate native-level competency; verification of fluency may be requested.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's Degree in a related field from an appropriately accredited institution. ESL teaching experience at Vancouver Island University. Second language learning experience. International experience.

VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.

Note:

• Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview.
• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
• Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students. In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences. We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self-identify within their application cover letter. When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.