Linc Instructor

**TITLE**: Temporary Part-Time LINC Instructor

**POSITION STATUS**: Part Time - Temporary (Non-Union)

**SCHEDULE**: 25 hours per week

**REPORTS TO**: Director of Education Programs

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The Bob Rumball Canadian Centre of Excellence for the Deaf (BRCCED) is a multi-purpose, multi-program facility that functions as a community centre for the Deaf and as a non-profit charitable provider of services for the Deaf. The organization exists to provide care and opportunities in a communication-rich environment that enhances the quality of life of those we serve. Our perks include but not limited to robust benefits program (for eligible employees), access to sign language classes, employee rewards & recognition program, comprehensive training and development, internal progression, and an opportunity to give back to the community.

Reporting to the Director of Education Programs, the Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) Instructor provides instruction in the Essential Skills curriculum, based on the Canadian Language Benchmarks, to a group of Deaf Adult Newcomers.

PRIMARY DUTIES
- Ensure all learners have plans to achieve learning objectives
- Use LINC curriculum and Essential Skills to develop daily lesson plans
- Ensure all lesson plans are developed in advance in case of instructor absence
- Complete monthly and annual updates on learners' progress and forward reports to the manager to be filed
- Assist with adapting English based learning materials into ASL as needed
- Participate in field trips, staff meetings and professional development opportunities
- Follow the policies and procedures of the organization, the Adult Education Program, and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
- Provide guidance to learners and families, informing the manager of any needed referrals

QUALIFICATIONS
- Diploma or Degree in Education related field (an Ontario teaching certificate is preferred)
- Minimum 2 years' experience working with Deaf adult learners at Benchmark levels 1-4
- Teachers of English as a Second Language (TESL) Canada Professional Certification (Standard One or higher) an asset
- Experience working with adults of various cultural backgrounds
- Fluency in American Sign Language
- Excellent English skills (reading and writing)
- Extensive knowledge of Deaf Culture and Deaf Community
- Solid literacy, communication, interpersonal and computer skills
- Knowledge of LINC Curriculum Guidelines and Canadian Language Benchmarks
- Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality at all times
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines when faced with competing priorities
- French/LSQ an asset

**Rate of Pay**: $35.43

**Posting Date**: July 27, 2023 Closing Date: August 10, 2023 Start Date: Immediate