Position: Language Instructor
Program: BC Safe Haven
Position Details: Temporary, part-time, hybrid position at 13.25 hours per week starting as soon as possible until March 31, 2026 (with a possible extension)
Location: Vancouver (Terminal)
Posting Date: July 29, 2025

SUMMARY:

Imparts basic to advanced English skills, as assigned, to adult ESL students while supplementing their knowledge and understanding of local social and cultural norms. Monitors their progress and submits reports in a timely and mutually acceptable manner.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE:

· Guided by current CLB document(s), teach CLB-aligned skill-building language and settlement lessons to adult refugee claimants.
· Develop daily and long-term lesson plans to meet student needs and achieve identified objectives. Prepare lesson materials and deliver CLB and PBLA-aligned task-based lessons (PBLA only required for CLB 1-4 core courses) consistent with the program guidelines.
· Where applicable, develop appropriate tasks and portfolio-based language assessments and skill-using tasks consistent with current PBLA practice.
· Deliver lessons in-person and/or online using established online platforms.
· Provide feedback to students, referring them to the appropriate resources. Resolve any student issue/problem in a manner consistent with the program guidelines/policies, proactively seeking help from the Instructional Coordinator/Manager as needed.
· Prepare and submit timely and accurate class records including daily lesson notes and reports on students’ daily attendance, periodic assessments, evaluations, and progress reports.
· Collaborate proactively with other Program staff in addressing /resolving common issues and creating mutually relevant action plans for students.
· Promote community programs, services, events, and volunteering opportunities for students to continue practicing English and engage in the community.
· Actively participate in the professional development activities offered by the program. Stay current with EAL and online teaching techniques; complete PD preparation and follow-up assignments as required.
· Perform other related duties as assigned.

ISSOFBC VALUE PROPOSITION

· Expected Hiring Salary: $29.12 – $32.04 per hour. Dependent on education, training, experience, and internal equity. Wage grids are reviewed annually. We are a proud and certified Living Wage BC Employer. Our current total compensation package continues to meet the requirements of living wages in BC to support our employees.
· Paid vacation and personal leave granted based on eligibility.
· Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
· Employer RRSP contribution at 3% with no required employee contribution. Optional employee RRSP contribution at 1-5% with employer contribution up to 5%.
· Values-based organization with collaborative peers with a wide range of backgrounds and talents.
· Inclusive culture and supportive workplace with opportunity for innovation and development.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 8 months
Pay: $29.12-$32.04 per hour
Expected hours: 13.25 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vancouver, BC V6A 4C1
Application deadline: 2025-08-1