English for Academic Purposes - Edmonton, Canada - University of Alberta

University of Alberta

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Edmonton, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Department Faculty of Education - English Language School

Posted date

Closing date Will remain open until filled.

Position Type Full Time

Description:

This position is excluded from the bargaining unit.

This full-time position has a monthly salary range of $4,992.38 to $7, Salary will be commensurate with qualifications, experience, and achievements.

This is a single-term contract with an end date of December 31, 2024.

Location - This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.

Working at the University of Alberta

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community._

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day.

We are home to more than 14,000 faculty and staff, over 40,000 students and 260,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people — from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just.

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Working for the English Language School

The English Language School, Faculty of Education, University of Alberta, supports international students in meeting the English Proficiency Requirements for both Undergraduate and Graduate admissions.

Position

The contact hours for the instruction of an EAP 136 course section will be 08:00 to 12:00 or 12:30 to 4:30 on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday (in person).

In striving to create an inclusive and supportive community that is empowered to create evidence-based, state-of-the-art English language learning and professional development experiences in a diversity of learners, the ELS values the following core characteristics in all its instructors 1) Flexibility, 2) Commitment to Service, 3) Collegiality and 4) Pursuit of Professional Development Opportunities.

Our primary goal is to achieve academic excellence in all ELS programs through the enhancement of the entire learning environment and the continuous pursuit of professionalism of faculty and staff.

Qualifications

Master's degree in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL), or Applied Linguistics; and recent experience teaching in university teaching at the undergraduate level.

Skills and Competencies

Experience teaching English language in a postsecondary setting
Extensive working knowledge of intercultural relations and environments, cultural sensitivity, and international students
Ability to employ varied English language instructional approaches informed by current research
Ability to design, select and administer effective formative language assessments
Excellent knowledge of grammatical and phonological systems of English
Demonstrated ability to effectively implement the curriculum
Superior interpersonal skills including the ability to listen and communicate effectively and sensitively, problem solve, negotiate, and an ability to counsel distressed or difficult students
Excellent communication skills, including very strong public speaking, presentation, and writing skills; ability to adapt communication style and to collaborate with colleagues
Ability to maintain and foster a collegial and professional environment
Critical thinking and organizational ability

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.