The ELT program combines advanced level workplace language training (Canadian Language Benchmark Levels 6+) with online sector specific terminology training and job placement for internationally trained professionals (ITI). This program adopts a blended language training approach which delivers the workplace language training in class and the sector specific terminology training online. The ELT instructor is responsible for the in-class language instruction and the online sector specific terminology training via a Moodle platform.
This is a part time non-Union contract position scheduled to work 20 hours per week
In-person language classes (Tuesday to Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.)
Online facilitation (Mondays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30p.m.)
Responsibilities:
- Adapt and further develop existing curriculum and teaching materials to CLB 7-9 ELT ITIs.
- Design, implement and instruct face-to-face Canadian Workplace English as a Second Language classes at CLBs 7-9
- Instruct and facilitate participants’ online learning of sector specific terminology and language usage. Monitor learners’ progress
- Design a long-range plan and daily lesson plans based on the curriculum and learners’ language needs using a task based approach
- Conduct on-going needs assessments of participants
- Develop a diversity of course materials that meet the objectives of the curriculum and the pre-employment preparation of learners
- Develop and implement program evaluation tools for on-going and final assessment of learners’ progress. Provide feedback to learners for improvement
- Provide feedback to program supervisor and team members for program coordination and adjustment
- Creates a non-threatening and positive learning environment by acknowledging and respecting the students' existing skills and life experiences
- Maintain attendance records, participants’ progress reports and other documentation as required
Qualifications:
- TESL Ontario certified
- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience teaching ESL or LINC at the higher levels
- Priority consideration will be given to those who have experience teaching employment oriented and sector-specific language training programs
- Previous experience providing online facilitation or online course delivery. Ability to provide technical troubleshooting will be considered an asset
- Proficient in online tools for synchronous and asynchronous instruction including but not limited to Zoom, MS Teams, MS Office Suite, etc.
- Direct experience with Moodle, virtual seminars or other Online Learning Management Systems
- Experience in curriculum design or adaptation for higher levels/pre-employment language training programs
- In depth knowledge of and experience using the Canadian Language Benchmarks and the LINC curriculum guidelines or the Curriculum Guidelines for the Ontario Adult Non-Credit Language Training Program
- Completion of Portfolio Based Language Assessment (PBLA) will be an asset
- Knowledge of access to professions issues facing newcomers, job search techniques, employment related vocabulary and professional terminology
- Direct experience in one or more of the following sectors will be an asset: Accounting, Finance, IT, Health Care, Office Administration and Customer Service
- Ability to work in both Richmond Hill and Newmarket Welcome Centers
- Must be fully vaccinated or exempt from vaccination on human rights grounds. COSTI reserves the right to require information establishing the validity of the exemption
This is a part time non-Union contract position scheduled to work 20 hours per week
In-person language classes (Tuesday to Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.)
Online facilitation (Mondays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30p.m.)
Duration: BLENDED, ELT Cycles - Fiscal year 2023-24.
- Cycle 1: July 6 to September 7, 2023.
- Cycle 2: October 5 to December 7, 2023.
- Cycle 3: January 4 to March 7, 2024.
Locations:
- 9325 Yonge St., Richmond Hill Welcome Centre
- 16655 Yonge St., Newmarket Welcome Centre
(Courses will be offered primarily in Richmond Hill Welcome Centre. The Summer Session will be offered only in Newmarket Welcome Centre.)
Rate of pay: $37.06 per hour
Closing date: June 16, 2023
How to apply:
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resumes and cover letters, quoting reference #136-23, to: