Language Instructor

**Job Title**:
**Language Instructor**

**Reports to**:
**Language Manager**

**Position**:
**Part-Time (Evenings); 20 hours a week**

**Remuneration**:
**$23/hour**

**Job Overview**

The Language Instructor will be responsible for teaching EAL (English as an Additional Language) to adults.

**CORE RESPONSIBILITIES**

He/She will be responsible for delivering CLB (Canadian Language Benchmarks) aligned English Language training for newcomers to Canada according to IRCC established Language Training Outcomes. The Instructor will be responsible for planning lessons that utilize and adapt classroom teaching material. He/She may also be required to complement classroom instruction with appropriate field trips and guest speakers.

**KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Develops daily lesson plans for newcomers to learn English usage for real-world tasks that align with Canadian Language benchmarks.
- Teach in an engaging and effective manner, respectful of student diversity and needs, and mindful of IRCC Language Training Outcomes.
- Monitors and teaches students in an online/blended learning environment if applicable.
- Maintains accurate records, including attendance sheets, exit forms and submits reports promptly to ensure students' progress effectively.
- Uses Portfolio Based Language Assessment (PBLA) as directed.
- Communicates client needs and issues to the Student Services Coordinator or the Assistant Manager.
- Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Assistant Manager.
- Evening teaching hours will be required.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- TESL Canada recognized TESL/TESOL certificate or equivalent diploma.
- 600 hours of ESL teaching experience or a supervised teaching practicum as part of a TESL/TESOL training program OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the employer.
- Confirmed proficiency in English. Confirmation can be provided by a minimum of one of the following:

- English Language as a first language.
- Completion of a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an English-speaking country where the program was taught in English; or
- A minimum TOEFL score of 550; or
- A minimum IELTS score of 6.5
- Knowledge of local community resources for newcomers to Canada.
- Classroom teaching experience with adult newcomers to Canada.
- Experience working in a multicultural and diverse environment.

**JOB SKILLS & ABILITIES**
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in the use of internet and other computer-based technology in the classroom.
- Familiar with use of typical office and classroom equipment (including smartboard technology).
- Able to work independently within a team environment.
- Able to create and sustain a safe and positive learning environment.
- Able to foster independent learning.
- Able to identify when a learner needs learning assistance and know how to respond appropriately.
- Understanding of the basic principles of crisis management in the classroom.

**OTHER REQUIREMENTS**
- Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Sector Check) Required.

**MAGMA COMMUNITY DUTIES**

**Event Participation**: As a multicultural agency which networks extensively with other organizations and community stakeholders, as well as hosting a wide variety of events, MAGMA community members are asked to be flexible in participating in events, which, from time to time, take place outside of regular work hours.

**Administration**: As a government-funded organization we are required to report in detail on our activities. Team members may be required to submit a variety of regular reports on the fulfilment of their role requirements.

**NOTE**: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may be expected to perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the organization's ongoing needs.

**MAGMA values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Diversity at MAGMA means fostering a workplace where individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected, and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths.