LINC Instructor

The Neighbourhood Group (TNG) is a multi-service agency that includes Central Neighbourhood House, Neighbourhood Link Support Services and St. Stephen’s Community House

POSITION TITLE: LINC Instructor

DEPARTMENT: Newcomer Services

STATUS: Contract Part-time, CUPE 7797

# HRS / WEEK: 15

CONTRACT DATES: Dec 2, 2024 to Jan 31, 2025 or until the return of the incumbent

REPORT TO: LINC Manager

HOURLY RATE: $39.93

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: To plan, develop and deliver Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada program. This position reports to Senior Manager, Newcomer Services and is part of CUPE Local 7797.

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Assess and identify learners’ needs; plan and facilitate a curriculum for assigned program, including online/distance delivery, within the framework of LINC Curriculum Guidelines and Canadian Language Benchmarks

• Ensure that instruction and assessment are aligned with the Portfolio-Based Language Assessment (PBLA) approach.

• Report on learners’ progress and evaluate the program regularly with the learners to assess if it is meeting their language and integration needs

• Work collaboratively with a team of instructors and settlement workers

• Keep up-to-date on materials, resources and tools of teaching English as a second language

• Maintain accurate program records and statistics and prepare lesson plans and required reports in a timely manner

• Actively participate in and prepare for regular team and individual supervision meetings with the Program Manager

• Assist in outreach activities and the recruitment, placement and referral of LINC clients as needed

• Assist the Program Manager in supervising volunteer instructors and TESL students if required

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• University graduate (Education and/or Linguistics preferred) plus TESL Ontario certified

• Minimum 2 years of experience in teaching English as a second language

• Experience in second language acquisition curriculum development, assessment and evaluation, including Portfolio Based Language Assessment (PBLA)

• Knowledge of CLB framework, learner assessment tools and placement guideline

• Knowledge of online teaching techniques and tools as they apply to English as a Second Language distance instruction

• Demonstrated experience and willingness to teach a variety of English levels including multi-level and split-level classes

• Proven ability and experience working in a multicultural organization serving diverse ethno-cultural community

• Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of adult immigrants and refugee

• Ability to work well independently and as part of a tea

• Excellent English communication and interpersonal skills

• Experience in incorporating technology in class is an asset.

TNG is committed to reflecting the communities we serve and to nurturing a respectful and inclusive work environment for all. We encourage qualified applicants of all ages, races, colours, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, gender identities, gender expression and sexual

orientations to apply. Candidates invited for an interview are encouraged to inform Human Resources in confidence of their accommodation requirement