Language Instructor For Its Digital Leadership

The Digital Leadership Program is a skills‑training initiative designed to support newcomer women in developing digital competencies, leadership capacity, and sector‑relevant workplace skills.  The Language Instructor plays a key role in supporting newcomer women to develop strong workplace communication and leadership skills. The programming will be delivered in a hybrid format, with some components online and others delivered in the classroom. 

This is a part-time contract position scheduled to work 5 hours per week, for 8 weeks over 5 cohorts from April 6, 2026, to March 31, 2027.( Tuesday and Thursday mornings, 9:30 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.)

DUTIES

• Design and deliver modules focused on
  • Sector-specific language development
  • Workplace communication skills (email writing, meetings, presentations)
  • Leadership and advocacy skills relevant to newcomer women
• Use culturally responsive and trauma-informed teaching methods to support diverse learners.
• Facilitate group discussions, public speaking workshops, and collaborative learning activities.
• Provide individualized feedback and ongoing language support based on learner needs and goals.
• Support the integration of leadership content into capstone projects, mentor sessions, and collaborative assignments.
• Develop lesson plans and create task-based, level appropriate materials aligned with the Canadian Language Benchmarks.
• Conduct ongoing needs assessments and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Provide computer-assisted instruction using digital learning tools and MS Office programs.
• Integrate online learning platforms or other digital tools into instructional delivery.
• Maintain attendance records and all required documentation.
• Organize special events that enhance learner engagement and cultural experience.
• Assist with outreach activities to support learner recruitment as required.
• Report to the Program Manager, sharing updates, concerns, and instructional insights.

QUALIFICATIONS

• TESL Ontario certificate from an accredited institution recognized by TESL Ontario.
• Minimum 3 years of experience teaching English as a Second Language to adult newcomers.
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching employment-related language training to CLB level 4+ learners.
• Understanding of and experience using the Revised Canadian Language Benchmarks 2012.
• Previous experience providing online facilitation or online course delivery. Ability to provide technical troubleshooting will be considered an asset.
• Experience providing adult instruction using learning software as well as Microsoft Word, Excel, email, and the Internet.
• 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.