EU491 D5 : Multilingual Learners in the English-dominant Classroom (Winter 2026)

EU491 D5 : Multilingual Learners in the English‑dominant Classroom (Winter 2026)

Faculty / Academic Area : Faculty of Education

Department : N / A

Campus : Brantford

Employee Group : WLUFA

Requisition ID : 10333

Position Title : EU491 D5 : Multilingual Learners in the English‑dominant Classroom (Winter 2026)

Term : Winter (January 6, 2026 – February 13, 2026)

Mode of Delivery : In‑Person

Days / Times : Tuesday, 8 : 30‑11 : 20am

Anticipated Class Size : 45‑50

Additional Course Requirements : None

Posted on : October 28, 2025

Posting ends : November 4, 2025

Position Summary

This course provides Teacher Candidates with an understanding of the linguistic and socio‑emotional needs of students whose dominant language is not English. Teacher Candidates will develop foundational knowledge of the language continuum to support effective instruction and assessment. Teacher Candidates will examine planning for instruction and assessment for all students with an intentional focus on the strengths and needs of multilanguage learners. This course uses Ontario Ministry of Education curriculum documents and the Ontario College of Teachers' Standards of Practice to prepare Teacher Candidates to create learning environments that reflect the linguistic and academic needs of all students.

Responsibilities

Successful candidate will work with the course lead and / or team to provide consistency across sections.

Qualifications – Required

• Master’s degree in Education
• Bachelor of Education and / or K‑10 Teaching Certification
• Teaching experience (K‑6 experience for PJ sections, grades 4‑10 for JI sections) with multilingual learners

Qualifications – Discipline

Education

Qualifications – Areas of Specialization

Multilingual Learners

Assets for a Successful Candidate

Application Deadline

November 4, 2025 (11 : 59pm)

Reference Materials for Applicants

Application Instructions

Electronic submission of applications is preferred and will be accepted through the job portal by clicking the APPLY NOW button. Applicants may be required to sign in or create an account. The completed application package should include a CAF and any additional required documents.

Diversity and Inclusion

Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier's Employee Success Factors. Diversity and creating a culture of inclusion is a key pillar of Wilfrid Laurier University's Strategic Academic Plan and is one of Laurier's core values. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from candidates from equity‑deserving groups. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives at indigenous@wlu.ca. Candidates from other equity‑deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity and Accessibility at equity@wlu.ca. We have strived to make our application process accessible, however if you require any assistance applying for a position or would like this job posting in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources at hr@wlu.ca.

Eligibility

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In accordance with the requirements of Citizenship and Immigration Canada, the successful applicants will be required to prove they are legally able to work in Canada. Members of the designated groups must self‑identify to the appropriate Dean(s) to be considered for employment equity.

Additional Notes

All course offerings will be contingent on adequate student registration and subject to budgetary funding.

All applications shall be reviewed and considered under a set of criteria established by the part‑time hiring committee. Only those applicants recommended for a position will be contacted.

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