Lbs Intructor

INTERNAL JOB POSTING (Job Posting # 2023-128)

**TITLE**: LBS Instructor

**POSITION TYPE**: Part Time - Permanent (Non-Union)

**SCHEDULE**: Monday to Thursday (8:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.)

**REPORTS TO**: LBS Program Lead

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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.

Reporting to the LBS Program Lead, The Literacy and Basic Skills (LBS) Instructor provides instruction, using the Ontario Adult Literacy Curriculum Framework (OALCF), to a group of Deaf adults with the goals of independence, post-secondary education, or employment.

PRIMARY DUTIES
- Provide daily instruction to learners based on the Ontario Adult Literacy Curriculum framework
- Provide guidance to learners and families, informing the manager of any needed referrals
- Maintain professional demeanor and demonstrates dignity and fairness at all times
- Maintain learner confidentiality at all times
- Provide ongoing evaluation of learner's progress and goals following pre-set timelines
- Develop and maintain a positive welcoming classroom atmosphere for all learners
- Maintain open communication and engender trust with staff members in Adult Education and the organization
- Delivers instruction in the literacy competencies of reading/writing, communication, numbers and digital technology
- Competent with office and classroom technical equipment, including computer, smartboard, and iPad; contributes to maintenance and reports breakage promptly
- Monitor learner use of equipment to ensure it is used safely and appropriately
- Conducts ongoing learners assessments to determine literacy needs and levels of OALCF competencies
- Work with learners to set goals and develop individual education path and activities according to the OALCF and LBS guidelines
- Designs educational tools to help learners attain goals and milestones
- Develop and uses a daily lesson plan that follow the OALCF curriculum
- Complete monthly and annual updates on learner progress and forward report to the Manager of the Adult Education Program
- Works with the Manager of the Adult Education Program on LBS scheduling
- Remains current on industry legislation, guidelines of the Ministry of Training Colleges and Universities and organization policy and procedure
- Complete Occurrence Reports as required
- Participates in field trips, staff meetings and professional development opportunities

QUALIFICATIONS
- French language/LSQ an asset
- Diploma/Certificate in Adult Education or a related post-secondary diploma from an accredited institution
- Minimum of 3 years of experience teaching OALCF curriculum
- Fluency in American Sign Language
- Extensive knowledge of Deaf culture and Deaf community
- Solid English and computer skills, adept with technology and able to provide support to learners
- Excelled knowledge of literacy and various cultural backgrounds
- Excellent multitasking skills and ability to prioritize while working with competing deadlines
- Ability to utilize diplomacy, maintain confidentiality and good judgement

**Posting Date**: Nov 14, 2023 Closing Date: Nov 27, 2023 Start Date: Immediate