Language Instructor (Internal Only)

Immigrant Services Society of BC • New Westminster, BC

2d • CA$30 - CA$42 • Hybrid

About The Position

Prepares level appropriate skill-building Literacy - CLB 1-4 English lessons to adult immigrant and refugee newcomers, in person and online, while increasing their understanding of Canadian local, social, workplace and cultural norms. Connects immigrants to the community through field trips and guest speakers. Determines student progress through portfolio-based language assessment (PBLA) and provides feedback to students informally on an ongoing basis and formally through student progress reports and conferencing.
Guided by current CLB documents and PBLA principles and practices, teaches CLB and PBLA aligned skill-building language and settlement lessons to adult immigrant and newcomer refugees to facilitate their social, cultural, economic and political integration into Canadian society.

Requirements

• Degree from a recognized university and a certificate or diploma from a TESL Canada recognized training institution
• A minimum of six (6) months experience teaching EAL to adults
• Knowledge of Canadian Language Benchmark competencies and associated resources
• Proven ability to design and implement appropriate lesson plans for online students and adapt to a blended (in-person and online) class
• Demonstrated ability to identify and address student needs for in-class, online and blended teaching models
• Competence with Teams and online teaching platforms is a must.
• Documented strong interpersonal and communication (verbal & written) skills.
• Demonstrated cultural competency and commitment to working effectively with diverse populations.
• Possession of and the ability to maintain a clear provincial Criminal Record Check.

Nice To Haves

• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Experience teaching settlement English and training/experience in implementing PBLA an asset.
• Smart Board experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop daily and long-term lesson plans to meet student needs and achieve identified real-world tasks.
• Prepares lesson materials and delivers CLB and PBLA aligned task-based lessons (including multi-level lessons, if required) consistent with the LINC program.
• Deliver lessons in person and online using online platforms and Learner Management System.
• Conduct ongoing and monthly needs assessment with students to determine which themes, topics, and outcomes to include in lesson planning.
• Develop appropriate tasks and portfolio-based language assessments and skill-using tasks consistent with current PBLA practice.
• Supports student autonomy by guiding them to organize and maintain their portfolio files and providing them with reflection time and feedback according to guidelines established by the LINC IC team.
• Collaborate with students on individual portfolio-based progress reports by providing input and feedback.
• Prepares portfolio-based Learner Progress Reports (LPR) and conducts individual student progress conferences twice per year or more frequently if required.
• Submit required event requests and feedback.
• Organize field trips, arrange for guest speakers and other socio-cultural activities that connect learners with the community consistent with monthly teaching goals and overall LINC program objectives.
• Promote community programs, services, events, and volunteering opportunities for students to continue practicing English and engage in the community.
• Maintain up-to-date, accurate class records in the database including daily attendance, lesson notes, and PBLA assessment results.
• Provide input to LINC administration for students’ referrals and other student or class issues.
• Actively participate in Assessment Planning Sessions (APS), Communities of Practice (CoP) and team meetings and collaborate with LINC instructors to share resources and professional development knowledge, contribute to program curricula, and plan joint activities.
• Actively participate in professional development opportunities offered by LINC program.
• Stays current with EAL and online teaching techniques; completes PD preparation and follow-up assignments as required.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and personal leave granted based on eligibility
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Employer RRSP contribution at 3% with no required employee contribution. Optional employee RRSP contribution at 1-5% with employer contribution up to 5%.
• Inclusive culture and supportive workplace with opportunity for innovation and development.
• Values-based organization with collaborative peers with a wide range of backgrounds and talents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level