Supply Instructor – English as a Second Language

Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board; Greater Napanee; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional school board in Ontario is seeking a Supply Instructor for English as a Second Language. The instructor will provide comprehensive ESL instruction to adult immigrants, emphasizing oral communication and integration into Canadian society. Candidates should possess relevant education, TESL qualifications, and experience in language instruction. This role offers a competitive hourly rate of $39.00, with opportunities for professional development and support for employee well-being.

Benefits

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Staff Wellness resources

Ongoing learning and career growth

Qualifications

• Relevant post secondary education or equivalent in Education and related experience.
• Experience in English language instruction.
• Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) qualifications recognized by TESL Ontario.
• Ability to deliver online and in-person instruction simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Provide ESL instruction to adult immigrants.
• Assist with integration into Canadian society.
• Communicate Canadian culture, history, and laws to students.

Skills

English language instruction

Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) qualifications

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Strong computer skills

Classroom management strategies

Interpersonal skills

Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB)

Education

Relevant post secondary education or equivalent

Tools

MS Teams

Learning Management System(s)

Job description

Job Opportunity

Job Title

Supply Instructor – English as a Second Language

Job Posting Number

NU#2526-ESL.INST

Eligibility

This position is open to all candidates.

Hourly Rate

$39.00 per hour

Full Time Equivalent

On Call Supply

Site and Location

Loyola School of Adult Learning & Continuing Education

Belleville and Kingston

About The ALCDSB

The Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board serves approximately 12,000 students, employs over 1,400 full-time equivalent staff, and covers a geographical area of more than 16,000 square kilometers (Whitney in the North, Picton in the South, Trenton in the West, and Kingston in the East).

The ALCDSB builds faith-filled learning communities where each member is loved, inspired, and successful.

Position Summary

The ESL Instructor provides English as a Second Language instruction to adult immigrants in all aspects of the English language with an emphasis on oral communication. The Instructor communicates subjects about Canadian culture including Canadian history, geography, customs/traditions, idioms and laws to assist them with their integration into Canadian society.

Qualifications

• Relevant post secondary education or equivalent in Education and related experience;
• Experience in English language instruction
• Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) qualifications as recognized by TESL Ontario;
• Ability to deliver online and in-person instruction simultaneously
• Ability to use MS Teams, Avenue, and any other tools and Learning Management System(s) as needed
• Excellent understanding of Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB);
• Training in Portfolio-Based Language Assessment (PBLA);
• Previous experience delivering instructional programming to adults;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills;
• Strong computer skills, pedagogy, curriculum development and assessment skills;
• Ability to demonstrate good classroom management strategies;
• Ability to motivate learners and be sensitive to culturally diverse backgrounds;
• Ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues and outside agents within a third party purchase-of-service environment

Communication

Shares and receives information and ideas in a variety of ways and adapts to the needs of the audience to ensure the message is understood.

Innovation

Creates, develops and implements new processes or services with the aim of improving the learning community for all.

Interpersonal Relations

Displays characteristics and personal attributes that enhance communication and interactions. Establishes and maintains harmonious professional relationships by demonstrating respect and sensitivity to all.

Leadership

Motivates groups of people, while maximizing the efforts of others to achieve a common goal.

Planning and Organization

Plans, organizes and coordinates time, resources and tools to meet established goals.

Professional Integrity

Models strong ethical or moral principles and always follows them, regardless of who is present.

System Thinking

Sees, acknowledges and contributes to the shared mission and vision of the Board. Approaches all work done within ALCDSB as being part of a larger system that is inter-related with strategic plans. Understands that work done in one part of ALCDSB impacts a variety of groups inside and outside of the Board.

What we offer

• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Staff Wellness resources
• Ongoing learning and career growth

Application and Requirements

Applicants will only be accepted through Apply to Education.

As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must provide a Criminal Background Check (CBC) with vulnerable sector screening current within six months of date of hire.

In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (A.O.D.A.) we will make the necessary accommodations for applicants who require accommodations. Please contact the Human Resources Department by email to make an accommodation request. All information received relating to a candidate's required accommodation will be addressed confidentially by Human Resources.

While we thank all those who have applied, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.