Adult EAL Instructor

Part-time term position

2 classes per week (evenings), 2.75 contact teaching hours per class, plus prep

Term effective September 3/24 to June 27/25

Job Summary: The EAL instructor is responsible for planning and implementing EAL classes for Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada and eligible newcomer adult learners in accordance with Canadian Language Benchmark guidelines.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare and deliver lessons appropriate to assigned student groups (Canadian Language Benchmark levels 4 and 5)

• Base course content and lesson plans on results of student needs assessments, and ensure compliance with IRCC program expectations

• Incorporate Portfolio Based Language Assessment (PBLA) into all aspects of lesson planning, assessment and delivery

• Prepare and submit program reports as requested

• Submit attendance promptly, as directed

• Follow up with students who do not attend class, complete and submit withdrawal forms as a priority

• Unless exceptional circumstances arise such as illness or emergency, staff are expected to be present for their classes throughout each term

Knowledge, Skills, Education and Qualifications:

• Teaching English as a Second Language Certificate from a TESL Canada certified institution

• Undergraduate degree preferred

• Knowledge of PBLA training required

• Experience teaching within a Canadian Language Benchmarks framework

• Understanding of LINC levels

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Computer competency in order to prepare reports as required

External applicants must supply a Criminal Record Search and a cleared Child Abuse Registry check upon hire.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $42.94 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-09-03