LINC Seniors JP

This is a Full-Time Non-Union-contract position scheduled to work 25 hours per week providing in person instruction to a Seniors class at CLB 0-1, Monday through Friday: 9.00 a.m. to 2:30 pm 

The above-listed class is closed during the following periods: 

July 2, 2025 to September 1, 2025 (Summer Break)

December 22, 2025 to January 2,2026 (Winter Break)

March 16, 2026 to March 20, 2026 (March Break)

DUTIES 

• Develop and deliver lessons that align with LINC curriculum and meet the needs of senior learners. 
• Design PBLA based module plans, as well as daily lesson plans following the Revised Canadian Language Benchmarks 2012. 
• Develop a diversity of course materials that are based on the LINC Curriculum Guidelines in a task-based program for seniors.
• Create engaging lesson plans that accommodate both on-site and remote students and provide class interaction and variation throughout the day. 
• Provide support and resources to help seniors integrate into the community.
• Conduct needs assessments with learners, assist them to set learning goals, and develop lessons accordingly as required. 
• Design assessment tasks for on-going evaluation of learners’ progress based on the Canadian Language Benchmarks and PBLA guidelines. 
• Assist learners in organizing and updating the PBLA Language Companions (learner portfolios) as evidence of their learning progress. 
• Provide synchronous and asynchronous online instruction using virtual conferencing tools, e.g., Zoom and MS Teams, language learning software, and MS programs. 
• Integrate online resources and Learning Management System such as Avenue.ca in language instruction that are adaptable to seniors. ( not sure if we want to engage seniors online?)
• Ensures in creating a non-threatening and positive learning environment by acknowledging and respecting students’ existing skills and life experiences.
• Maintain attendance records and other documentation as required. 
• Organize special events to enhance learners’ participation and cultural experience. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• TESL certificate from an accredited institution recognized by TESL Ontario. 
• Minimum 2 years’ experience teaching English as a Second Language to adult newcomers. 
• Experience providing online training through a Moodle-based Learning Management System will be an asset. 
• Experience providing adult instruction using virtual delivery tools and software (e.g. MSTeams, Zoom, Google Classroom, etc.). 
• In depth understanding of and experience using the Revised Canadian Language Benchmarks 2012, the LINC Curriculum Guidelines and ESL for Adult Literacy Learners (ALL) 2015. 
• Preference will be given to candidates who have completed PBLA (Portfolio Based Language Assessment) and Avenue.ca Stage 2 training. 
• Preference will be given to candidates who have experience teaching Pre-CLB to CLB 1  language classes. 
• Proficient in using MS programs, email and internet for communication and instruction. 
• 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 seniors would be an asset
• 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.