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The Global Gathering Place is seeking a part-time ESL (English as a Second Language) instructor.
Qualifications:
-University Degree, minimum CERTESL certificate or equivalent, and teaching experience
-Extensive knowledge of the theory, practices, and strategies for teaching adult learners
-Special skills in communicating with and motivating ESL students
-In-depth knowledge of the needs and issues facing new learners
-Demonstrated experience in working with newcomers from diverse backgrounds
-Demonstrated experience in program development and working with volunteers
-Demonstrated knowledge of Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) and Portfolio Based Language Learning Assessment (PBLA)
-Excellent computer skills: MS office, Internet
-Excellent communication and team skills
-Excellent interpersonal administrative skills: lesson plans, attendance records, monthly reports, and meeting deadlines
Duties:
-Prepare and deliver lesson plans/curriculum material and other ESL program-related tasks
-Prepare and submit statistical and progress reports as per program requirements
-Take daily student attendance, maintain student documentation and perform data entry
-Facilitate appropriate referrals and access to services
-Gather materials to support language-learning and provide resources for students
-Participate in regular level and team meetings
-Evaluate program delivery and make recommendations on an ongoing basis
-In collaboration with the ESL Team Lead, arrange for a substitute for missed classes
-Collaborate with other Global Gathering Place staff to resolve student issues and concerns Keep the classroom neat and organized
Perform other duties as assigned
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Significant use of memory
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Industry/Trade certification
Additional Skills
- Use audio-visual equipment
- Supervise teaching assistants
- Prepare reports
Specific Skills
- Prepare, administer and mark tests and papers to evaluate students' progress
- Prepare teaching materials and outlines for courses
- Lead discussion groups and seminars
- Develop course content
- Deliver lectures and presentations
- Conduct course and program evaluation or review
- Practical experience related to area of instruction
- Provide assistance to students with special needs
Teaching Format
- Classroom
Ability to Supervise
- 16-20 people
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
Area of Instruction
- English as a second language
Teaching Audience
- Adult
- Immigrants