Part-Time Language Instructor for Newcomers

Employment Type :    Part-Time, Permanent Work Hours :    25 hours per week Salary : $35,235 (Pro-rated) (L5) annually, plus comprehensive benefits Location   222 Dixon Road, Suite 205, Etobicoke, ON M9P 3S5 Internal Application Deadline :   Monday, December 30, 2024 External Application Deadline :   Thursday, January 2, 2025 JOIN OUR TEAM YWCA Toronto strives to uphold anti-discrimination practices and anti-oppression principles to ensure that the rights of all individuals are respected and protected. We work to promote a climate that is welcoming of all women and individuals who identify as Trans, intersex, non-binary, agender, and / or Two-Spirit. We encourage applications from women and gender diverse people from all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities and sexual orientations The LINC Instructor works in collaboration with team members and participates in curricula development, assessment and evaluation of students needs within a women-centred framework.  Staff must work within the guidelines, policies and mission of the YWCA Toronto and complies with program expectations funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Immigration Canada. ABOUT YWCA TORONTO – ENGLISH LANGUAGE SKILLS AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM The English Language Skills and Development Program is a federally funded English language program for newcomer women and offers day language instruction classes from levels 0 through 6. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Design and provide innovative lesson plans to mixed level classes, consistent with accepted teaching methods and in compliance with Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) Curriculum Guidelines and LINC curriculum; Develop thematic curricula which promotes civic engagement and human rights learning outcomes for newcomer women; Conduct weekly Portfolio Based Language Assessments (PBLA) of learners and provide on-going feedback to students upon assessments; Assist students to maintain their PBLA portfolio binders and complete the required documents; Integrate classroom teaching with computer assisted language learning (CALL) using ESL educational software; Ensure compliance with funding requirements and agency policies and protocols; Demonstrate commitment to customer service and advocate on behalf of clients when appropriate. QUALIFICATIONS In-depth knowledge of an academic discipline normally acquired through courses leading to an undergraduate degree (e.g. social sciences, adult education, and psychology) (Cases for Equivalency will be considered) ; In-depth knowledge of needs and issues of ESL and newcomer learners; Current TESL Ontario Certificate of Accreditation is required; Experience teaching multi-levels in a multi-cultural environment; 3-5 years’ recent experience in Teaching English as a Second Language to adult learners; Experience in developing and delivering LINC curriculum; Experience in online language teaching software; Knowledge of Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB); Training in and experience with Portfolio Based Language Assessment (PBLA; Ability to think strategically, problem solve creatively and to prioritize on an on-going basis; Proficiency in computer skills with knowledge of ESL educational software, and MS Office; Ability to work independently with solid time management and organizational skills; Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to defuse and / or ensure suitable resolution of potentially controversial sensitive topics or situations; Strong ability to prepare lessons in accordance with needs of the students. Note : Required to take vacation time during the times when the program is closed to students; required to be in class 5 minutes before class starts. Classes are usually held in-person. WHAT WE OFFER : Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental Coverage Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Benefit Multi-Sector Pension Plan : Employer’s contribution of 5.75% and Employee Contribution of 3.25% Time off : Starts with 20 Vacation Days, 1.5 Days Per Month Sick Leave, 12 Paid Holidays, Health Promotional Days and 4 Float Days Other Benefits : Child Care Benefits, Maternity / Parental Leave Supplementary Employment Benefits, Educational / Sabbatical Leave, and Financial Assistance for Professional Development Please note : A vulnerable sector police reference check is required by the successful candidate prior to hiring. YWCA Toronto is a unionized workplace. Staff are represented by CUPE Local 2189. This position is within the Bargaining Unit. For internal applicants, this position is not secondable. Please indicate on your cover letter if you are an internal applicant. Posting Date : December 19, 2024   YWCA Toronto transforms lives. As the city’s largest multi-service women’s organization, we help women and gender diverse people escape violence, move out of poverty and access safe, affordable housing. We work tenaciously to break down barriers that hold women and gender diverse people back from achieving equality. Vaccination Policy : In accordance with YWCA Toronto’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, all YWCA Toronto employees, students and volunteers are strongly encouraged to obtain all COVID-19 vaccinations and booster doses as recommended by Toronto Public Health Please note : A vulnerable sector police reference check is required by the successful candidate prior to hiring. YWCA Toronto promotes the principles of anti-oppression and adheres to the tenets of the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from women and gender diverse people of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities and sexual orientations. YWCA Toronto provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted, please advise us if you require any accommodation. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. YWCA Toronto is a Scent-Sensitive Workplace. Powered by JazzHR