This is a part-time contract position, scheduled to work 12 hours per week, providing teaching to two part-time evening classes. Classes will be delivered online.

No classes during the following closure periods:

December 21, 2026 - January 3, 2027, March 15, 2027, to March 19, 2027, 

August 3, 2027 – August 31, 2027,

DUTIES

•         Design, implement, and instruct English as a Second Language classes in a LINC program based on the PBLA (Portfolio Based Language Assessment) guidelines.

•         Design PBLA-based module plans as well as daily lesson plans following the Revised Canadian Language Benchmarks 2012 and the LINC Curriculum Guidelines.

•         Develop a diversity of course materials that are based on the Curriculum Guidelines in a task- based program for CLBs 1/2 and CLBs 3/4.

•         Conduct on-going needs assessments with learners, assist them to set learning goals and develop lessons accordingly.

•         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.

•         Prepare learners’ conference summary and progress reports. Conduct one-on-one interviews with learners to provide feedback on learning progress.

•         Provide computer-assisted instruction using language learning software and MS Office programs.

•         Integrate online resources and delivery tools such as Avenue in language instruction.

•         Maintain attendance records and other documentation as required.

•         Organize special events to enhance learners’ participation and cultural experience.

•         Assist in outreach activities to recruit LINC clients as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

•         TESL ON certificate from an accredited institution recognized by TESL Ontario.

•         Minimum 2 years of experience teaching English as a Second Language to adult newcomers.

•         Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching CLBs 1-4.

•         In-depth understanding of and experience using the Revised Canadian Language Benchmarks 2012 and the LINC Curriculum Guidelines.

•         Preference will be given to candidates who have completed PBLA (Portfolio Based Language Assessment) and Avenue Stage 2 training.

•         Experience providing online training.

•         Experience providing adult instruction using software associated with the LINC Program such as Avenue.ca as well as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and MS Teams.

•         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.

**Hours of work shall be scheduled in accordance with Article 12.01 and shall consist of four (4) three (3) hour days, Monday to Thursday.

                   LOCATION:           1700 Wilson Avenue, Unit 206, Toronto ON          

                   DURATION:           May 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027                                        

                   SALARY RANGE: $42.40 per hour                              

                   POSTING DATE:   March 18, 2026                               

                   CLOSING DATE:   March 31, 2026                               

Priority consideration will be given to those on Notice of Recall.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resumes and cover letters as one file quoting reference #42-26 to the below link:

https://creg.costi.ca/ui/hr/resume.aspx?refno=42-26&site=costi

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