Career Opportunity at COSTI
LINC Supply Instructor
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BE A PART OF A DYNAMIC AND DIVERSE ORGANIZATION AS
SUPPLY LINC INSTRUCTORS FOR ITS LANGUAGE & SKILLS TRAINING SERVICES IN 5 LOCATIONS
Successful candidates need to be able to supply both in person and online in all locations.
Duties:
COSTI requires supply instructors for the LINC program (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) for Literacy and levels 1 to 8. Our Full Time and Part Time classes are held both in person and online, on various schedules, between Monday and Saturday: in the morning, afternoon and evening. These are non-union “on call” positions.
- 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 Revised Canadian Language Benchmarks 2012.
- Develop a diversity of course materials that are based on the LINC Curriculum Guidelines in a task-based program.
- Conduct needs assessments with learners, assist them to set learning goals and develop lessons accordingly as required.
- Design assessment tasks for on-going evaluation of learners’ progress based on the Canadian Language Benchmarks and PBLA guidelines.
- Assist learners in organizing and updating the PBLA Language Companions (learner portfolios) as evidence of their learning progress.
- Provide computer-assisted instruction using language learning software and MS Office programs where appropriate. Integrate online resources and delivery tools such as LearnIT2Teach in language instruction.
- Prepare learners’ progress reports and conduct one-on-one interviews with learners to provide feedback on learning progress as required.
- Maintain attendance records and other documentation as required.
- Organize special events to enhance learners’ participation and cultural experience.
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Qualifications:
- TESL certificate from an accredited institution recognized by TESL Ontario.
- Certified by TESL Ontario.
- Experience teaching English as a Second Language to adult newcomers.
- In depth understanding of and experience using the Revised Canadian Language Benchmarks 2012, the LINC Curriculum Guidelines and ESL for Adult Literacy Learners (ALL) 2015.
- Experience providing adult instruction using virtual delivery tools and software (e.g. MS-Teams, Zoom, Google Classroom, etc.)
- Proficient in using MS programs, email and internet for communication and instruction.
- Preference will be given to candidates who have completed PBLA (Portfolio Based Language Assessment) and LearnIT2Teach Stage 2 training.
- Ability to adapt teaching methodology to the needs/skill levels of individual learners.
- Excellent English communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience working in a multicultural environment.
- Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of adult immigrants and refugees.
- Ability to work independently with excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Must have access to a car. The ability to travel to all COSTI LINC locations is required.
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Location: |
Vaughan, Newmarket, North York, Markham North, |
Duration of Position: |
May 1, 2024, to Aug 31, 2024 |
Starting Salary Range: |
$37.06 per hour |
Posting Date: |
2024-04-12 |
Closing Date: |
2024-04-30 |
Notes: |
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Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resumes and cover letters as one file quoting reference #68-24 to the below link:
https://creg.costi.ca/ui/hr/resume.aspx?refno=68-24
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"We thank all applicants for their interest in COSTI. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please."
COSTI encourages applications from individuals reflecting the diversity of our community. COSTI is committed to fair and accessible employment practices and when requested, will make reasonable effort to accommodate people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes when filling positions.
