QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid TESL Ontario / OCELT certificate from TESL Ontario.
• Minimum two years’ experience teaching English as a Second Language to adult newcomers. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience in teaching the corresponding CLB levels.
• In-depth understanding of and experience using the Revised Canadian Language Benchmarks 2012 and the LINC Curriculum Guidelines.
• Proficient in the application in MS Teams, MS Office Programs, and online resources in delivery.
• Completion of PBLA (Portfolio Based Language Assessment) and Avenue.ca Stage 2 training.
• Ability to adapt teaching methodology to the needs/skill levels of individual learners.
• Excellent English communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working in a multicultural environment.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of adult immigrants and refugees.
• Ability to work independently with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Must be fully vaccinated or be exempt from vaccination on human rights grounds. COSTI reserves the right to require information establishing the validity of the exemption.

• Design, implement, and instruct English as a Second Language classes in a LINC program based on the PBLA (Portfolio Based Language Assessment) guidelines.
• Provide synchronous and asynchronous instruction using virtual conferencing tools, language learning software, and MS programs.
• Design level-appropriate PBLA-based module plans as well as daily lesson plans following the Revised Canadian Language Benchmarks 2012.
• Develop a diversity of course materials integrating real-world tasks, objectives, and activities that are based on the LINC Curriculum Guidelines.
• Integrate online resources, Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Avenue.ca, and other digital delivery tools in language instruction.
• Conduct ongoing needs assessments with learners, assist them in setting learning goals, and develop lessons accordingly.
• Design assessment tasks for ongoing evaluation of learners’ progress based on the Canadian Language Benchmarks and PBLA guidelines.
• Coach learners in organizing and updating the PBLA e-Portfolio on Avenue.ca as evidence of their learning progress.
• Prepare learners’ progress reports and conduct one-on-one interviews with learners to provide feedback on learning progress.
• Maintain attendance records and other documentation as required.
• Communicate with the LINC Program Administration Team on class vacancies, students’ status, and any class issues.
• Organize guest speakers and special events to enhance learners’ participation and cultural experience.