Linc Instructor - Scarborough, Canada - Polycultural Immigrant and Community Services
Description
Position Title:
LINC Instructor
Organization Structure:
Reports to the Programs Manager
Job Classification:
Instructor (2 positions)
Job Status:
Part-time
Location:
Scarborough South
Wages:
$35.59/hour for 10 hours/week
This is a bargaining unit position.
About Polycultural
Be a part of Polycultural Immigrant and Community services Founded in 1993, Polycultural is dedicated to hosting an open and inclusive environment for all.
We are like a family, have a culture filled with care and genuine connection with a very inclusive environment for all.
With a diverse range of programs and services, we help individuals and families build a brighter future in Canada. Serving clients from over eight different locations across the GTA and Orangeville in more than 20 languages.Scope
To provide language instruction to newcomers to Canada; to develop a program based on LINC curriculum and CLB Benchmarks; and to assist the intake/administrative and settlement staff in implementing the settlement component to the program.
Responsibilities
- To assess students in each class to determine their needs and goals
- To consider the needs and goals of the students in developing the curriculum implementation
- To develop lesson and longrange plans that consist of appropriate themes, goals, and objectives to be covered in each instructional session
- To incorporate speaking, listening, reading, and writing into daily activities
- To specify the learning outcomes expected by the end of each instructional session
- To organize suitable instructional materials, visual aids, and books
- To assess student progress according to Canadian Language Benchmarks and Portfolio Based Language Assessment (PBLA) on an ongoing basis
- To participate in communicating the attendance/participation guidelines and expectations for students
- To plan and organize local field trips
- To create a comfortable, nonthreatening, and engaging environment for the students
- To be aware of cultural differences and ensure that the rights of all students are respected
- To develop students' understanding and appreciation for Canadian society, culture, and traditions
- To carry out administrative, recordkeeping, and reporting duties as required (e.g. collect and provide daily attendance and other statistical information)
- To participate in required professional development activities (e.g. workshops, conferences, and staff meetings)
- To assist in training and supervision of placement students/volunteers
Competencies
Adaptability
Changes behavioral style or method of approach when necessary to achieve a goal; adjusts style as appropriate to the needs of the situation.
Responds to change with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn new ways to accomplish work activities and objectives.
Communication
Using a variety of communication styles and strategies to foster open communication and the exchange of information and discussion on an ongoing basis.
Planning & Organizing/Time Management
Establishes a systematic course of action for self or others to ensure accomplishment of a specific objective; Sets priorities, goals, and timetables to achieve maximum productivity.
Service
Demonstrates a strong commitment to meeting the needs of co-workers, managers, clients, or community members, striving to ensure their satisfaction.
Continuous Learning
Demonstrates eagerness to acquire necessary technical knowledge, skills, and judgment to accomplish a result or to serve clients' needs effectively; has the desire and drive to acquire knowledge and skills necessary to perform the job more effectively.
Qualifications
- TESL Ontario certificate and TESL Ontario membership in good standing; OCT is a definite asset
- University degree in adult education
- Strong background and abilities to plan and organize the instruction for adult learners
- Solid knowledge of Canadian Language Benchmarks and experience in assessing students' progress according to CLB
- Completed online or inclass training in Portfolio-Based Language Assessment (PBLA). Experience is a definite asset.
- Experience in English language instruction
- Ability to deliver online and inperson instruction simultaneously. Ability to use Zoom, MS Teams, Avenue, and any other tools and Learning Management System(s) as needed
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion to effectively interact/work with diverse students and staff
- Effective communication within a team environment, with staff, students, community, and agency stakeholders
- Demonstrated ethical judgment and professional boundaries
- Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of diverse newcomers
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong computer skills and excellent writing skills
- Ability to be creative and flexible in planning
Other requirements
- A satis
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