Polycultural Immigrant and Community Services Looking for Supply LINC Instructors for Mississauga/Bloor/Scarborough at Remote Full Time

Position Title

Supply Instructor

Organization Structure

Reports to the Program Manager

Job classification

Supply Instructor

Job Status

Supply

Location

Etobicoke/Mississauga/Scarborough

Wages

$31.45/hr

This is a bargaining unit position

Scope

To provide language instruction to newcomers to Canada; to develop a program based on LINC curriculum and CLB Benchmarks; to assist the intake/administrative and settlement staff in implementing the settlement component to the program.

Responsibilities

· To assess students in each class to determinate their needs and goals

· To consider the needs and goals of the students in developing the curriculum implementation

· To develop lesson and long range plans which consist of appropriate themes, goals, and objectives to be covered in each instructional session

· To incorporate speaking, listening, reading, and writing into daily activities

· To specify the learning outcomes expected by the end of each instructional session

· To organize suitable instructional materials, visual aids, and books

· To assess student progress according to Canadian Language Benchmarks and Portfolio Based Language Assessment (PBLA) on an ongoing basis

· To participate in communicating the attendance/participation guidelines and expectations for students

· To plan and organize local field trips

· To create a comfortable, non-threatening, and engaging environment for the students

· To be aware of cultural differences and ensure that the rights of all students are respected

· To develop students’ understanding and appreciation for Canadian society, culture, and traditions

· To carry out administrative, record-keeping, and reporting duties as required (e.g., collect and provide daily attendance and other statistical information)

· To participate in required professional development activities (e.g., workshops, conferences and staff meetings)

· To assist in training and supervision of placement students/volunteers

Competencies

Adaptability

Changes behavioral style or method of approach when necessary to achieve a goal; adjusts style as appropriate to the needs of the situation. Responds to change with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn new ways to accomplish work activities and objectives

Communication

Using a variety of communication styles and strategies to foster open communication, the exchange of information and discussion on an ongoing basis.

Planning & Organizing/ Time Management

Establishes a systematic course of action for self or others to ensure accomplishment of a specific objective; Sets priorities, goals, and timetables to achieve maximum productivity

Service

Demonstrates strong commitment to meeting the needs of co-workers, managers, clients, or community members, striving to ensure their full satisfaction.

Continuous Learning

Demonstrates eagerness to acquire necessary technical knowledge, skills, and judgment to accomplish a result or to serve clients’ needs effectively; Has desire and drive to acquire knowledge and skills necessary to perform job more effectively

Qualifications

· TESL Ontario certificate and TESL Ontario membership in good standing; OCT is a definite asset

· University degree in adult education

· Strong background and abilities to plan, organize the instruction for adult learners

· Solid knowledge of Canadian Language Benchmarks and experience in assessing students’ progress according to CLB

· Completed online or in-class training in Portfolio-Based Language Assessment (PBLA). Experience is a definite asset.

· Ability to deliver online and in-person instruction simultaneously

· Ability to use Zoom, MS Teams, Avenue, and any other tools and Learning Management System(s)

· as needed

· Experience in English language instruction

· Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion to effectively interact/work with diverse students and staff

· Effective communication within a team environment, with staff, students, community, and agency stakeholders

· Demonstrated ethical judgment and professional boundaries

· Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of diverse newcomers

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

· Strong computer skills and excellent writing skills

· Ability to be creative and flexible in planning

Job Types: Part-time, Freelance

Salary: $31.45 per hour

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• teaching: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• TESL Certification (required)

Work Location: Remote