Teacher of French As a Second Language - Halifax, Canada - National Defence

National Defence

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Halifax, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Description

National Defence - Royal Canadian Navy / Naval Personnel and Training Group (NPTG)
Halifax (Nova Scotia)
ED-LAT-01
$47,528 to $89,324 (Rate of pay will be determined by education and experience)
For further information on the organization, please visit National Defence

Closing date: 12 April :59, Pacific Time

Who can apply:
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

Important messages:

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process.

If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation.

All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

How does this work?

Step 3:
We will carefully review all of your qualifications.

If your talent matches one of our immediate or upcoming opportunities we may contact you for further information or assessment.

Duties:

Key activities of the Teacher of French as a Second Language include (but are not limited to):

Presenting language courses to groups of students in a physical or virtual setting (if needed);
Developing, evaluating and implementing lesson plans and pedagogical exercises;
Testing students' language skills and monitoring progress;

- and preparing students for language tests by giving practical interviews and exercises.

Work environment:

The Department of National Defence (DND) is one of the largest federal government employers, offering over 70 types of civilian career opportunities.

DND's role is to provide services and support to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) in their operations and missions at home and abroad.

The civilian workforce is an essential part of the Defence Team. Your knowledge and expertise contribute to the overall mission.

In this regard, the department fosters a work environment where you have opportunities to learn, to develop your talents, to progress in your career and have job satisfaction over the long-term.

The Naval Personnel and Training Group (NPTG) under which the Language Training Center Atlantic (LTC(A)) falls is the Navy's principle Command for education, training and operational personnel management.

Specifically, LTC(A)'s mission is to deliver all levels of language training effectively and professionally in both official languages in order to promote functional bilingualism in CAF members while helping them meet their career and personal goals.

LTC(A) consists of a French and an English department with a small, diverse and multiethnic team of engaged and dedicated teachers and supporting staff.

Intent of the process:

The intent of this process is to fill one (1) position on a term (temporary) basis in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

This is a one (1) year term opportunity, with the possibility of becoming indeterminate (permanent)

Full time on-site (office setting) work will be required.

The position is currently located at CFB Halifax but will move to CFB Shearwater (12 Wing Shearwater) in Summer 2023.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide:

Your résumé.

EDUCATION
ED1.

Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in Education, Linguistics, French Language and Literature or some other specialty relevant to the position in the classification.

Degree equivalency
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EXPERIENCE
EX1. Experience in teaching French as a Second Language to adults.

EX2. Experience using different approaches and practices in Second Language Training.

ASSET
EDUCATION
AED1. Possession of an acceptable teaching certificate in French or English language (CELTA, C.A.E.S.L. or equivalent, Bachelor's degree in Education).

Degree equivalency
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ASSET
EXPERIENCE
AEX1. Experience teaching English as a Second Language.
AEX2. Experience teaching to military personnel.
AEX3. Experience with the Canadian Military Rank system and culture.
AEX4. Experience working or volunteering in a mixed military/civilian environment.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job):
Bilingual - Imperative (BBB/PPP)

Information on language requirements

Second Language Writing Skills Self-Assessment

For more information, please consult:
Unsupervised Internet Test of Second Language Writing Skills
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KNOWLEDGE
K1. In depth knowledge of the French language, French grammar & semantics.
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COMPETENCIES
C1. Demonstrating integrity and respect
C2. Thinking things through
C3. Working effectively with others
C4. Showing initiative and being action-oriented
C5. Flexibility
C6. Communication
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ABILITIES
AB1. Ability to explore solutions to sustain