Linc Instructor

**Position Title: LINC Instructor - PM Class**

**Department**: Language Services

**Program**: Language Programs

**Reports to**: Senior Service Manager - Language, and Service Leads - Language

The Impact North Shore LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) program offers a wide range of English language learning classes to newcomers on the North Shore, ranging from Literacy to Level 7.

**Summary**

The LINC Instructor will be supported by the Language Leads and will work under the direction of the Senior Service Manager - Language Programs. The LINC Instructor will teach and support LINC students in developing their English language skills in accordance with the Portfolio Based Language Assessment (PBLA) requirements and the general requirements of the federally funded LINC program. This class will be taught in-person Monday to Thursday.

**Responsibilities**
- Design, implement, and instruct English as a Second Language classes in a LINC program based on the PBLA (Portfolio Based Language Assessment) guidelines
- Design PBLA based module plans as well as daily lesson plans following the Canadian Language Benchmarks and the LINC Curriculum Guidelines
- Develop a diversity of course materials that are based on the Curriculum Guidelines in a task-based program for CLBs Literacy - 7
- Conduct ongoing needs assessments with learners, assist them to set learning goals and develop lessons accordingly
- Design assessment tasks for ongoing evaluation of learners’ progress based on the Canadian Language Benchmarks and PBLA guidelines
- Assist learners in organizing and updating their PBLA Language Companions (learner portfolios) as evidence of their learning progress
- Prepare learners’ conference summaries and progress reports. Conduct one-on-one interviews with learners to provide feedback on learning progress
- Provide computer-assisted instruction using language learning software, Zoom, Moodle, and MS Office programs as needed
- Integrate online resources and e-learning delivery tools such as LearnIT2Teach in language instruction as needed
- Maintain attendance records and other documentation as required
- Organize community connections/special events to enhance learners’ participation and cultural experience
- Facilitate communication between administrative, instructional, settlement service and operations teams
- Support the communication flow between students, volunteers, and Impact North Shore operational support staff
- Seek support and find solutions to facilitate the smooth delivery of classroom instruction

**Key Competencies**
- **Values.**Behaves consistently with clear personal values that complement Impact North Shore values of excellence, diversity, and respect
- **Integrity & Ethics.**Ensures integrity in personal and organizational practices. Contributes to a respectful and client-centered workplace
- **Innovation.**Thinks creatively; is open to new ideas and technologies. Is committed to developing effective and new approaches to service excellence. Is flexible and adaptable to meeting changing demands of clients, funders, and other stakeholders
- **Accountability.**Accepts a culture of accountability; takes personal ownership. Is self-aware and demonstrates a commitment to ongoing learning and continual improvement
- **Engagement.**Shows passion for the job engages people in delivering results
- **Effective Communication.**Fosters open communication, listens to others, speaks effectively, and prepares written communication so that messages are clearly understood
- **Organized & Efficient.**Plans ahead and works in a systematic and organized way. Follows directions and procedures and ensures deliverables are meet on time and according to agreed standards

**Qualifications**
- TESOL or CELTA certificate from an accredited institution recognized by TESOL Canada
- Minimum 1- 3 years of experience teaching English as a Second Language to adult newcomers
- In-depth understanding of and experience using Canadian Language Benchmarks and the LINC Curriculum Guidelines
- Preference will be given to active Tutela members
- Experience providing online training will be an asset
- Ability to adapt teaching methodology to the needs/skill levels of individual learners
- Experience working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds
- Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of adult immigrants and refugees
- Ability to work independently with excellent organizational and time management skills

**Additional Information**

**Compensation**: $32.18 - $35.16 per hour

**Schedule & Hours**:

- Class hours: 12:45 - 3:45PM Monday to Thursday, plus prep time 3 hours/week = Total 15 hours/week

**Start Date**: As soon as possible

**Location**:On-site North Vancouver

**Application Instructions**

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $32.18-$35.16 per hour

Expected hours: 15 per week

Work Location: In person