Job Description

The Adult Education Instructor will be responsible to deliver an outcomes-based adult skills upgrading program in a small classroom environment on and off-site to achieve program objectives in accordance with the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD). The Instructor will follow (OALCF) Ontario Adult Literacy Curriculum Framework.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

? Provide learners with five LBS (Literacy Basic Skills) services: Information and Referral, Assessment, Learner Plan Development, Training and Follow up;

? Help learners set realistic goals and develop a learner plan to achieve them;

? Provide initial task based assessment to determine eligibility and starting point for upgrade, followed by assessment results and assisting client with necessary registration process of referral;

? Provide high quality, learner-centered service that helps adults develop and apply the literacy and essential skills to achieve goals related to Employment, Apprenticeship, Secondary credit, Post Secondary Education and Independence;

? Prepare and deliver competency-based, goal directed, contextualized programming that clarifies the connections between literacy development and the real-life task learners perform in work, learning and community contexts;

? Deliver Outcomes-based instruction using resources and computer software appropriate to the adult learner and his/her individual goals, skill levels and learning style;

? Integrate technology into the classroom through use of iPads, SMARTBoard, PC, etc..; customized instruction based on leaner need (in person and online);

? Monitor learner progress through Learner Plan through administration of common assessment such as Milestone Tasks and Culminating Tasks; update Learner Plan when appropriate;

? Monitor progress of shared/blended learners through ongoing communication with e-Channel literacy practitioners;

? Participate in the case management of the learner by coordinating upgrading, learner supports, and other services (locally);

? Develop and facilitate goal-specific training delivered as workshops;

? Support learner transition to next step training providers by linking them to educational training opportunities ;

? Maintain learner files and monthly data reports, enter required data and updates into the Employment Ontario Information System - Case Management (EOIS-CaMS) prior to each month end;

? Complete statistical information and reporting as required by Executive Director;

? Monitor LBS statistics to achieve program objectives;

? Complete Learner Satisfaction Surveys on each learner exiting and enter results into CaMS;

? Assist in marketing and promoting program, deliver information sessions, respond to general questions and concerns about literacy upgrading;

? Be a team player

? Participate in staff meetings;

? Attend all professional development activities as directed by Executive Director;

? Collaborate on special projects to develop/facilitate cross program initiatives to better support clients/learners/students;

? Maintain awareness of regional, provincial LBS initiatives;

? Maintain resource and advise Executive Director of resources required to meet learner and program needs;

? Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

The Adult Education Instructor will have:

Excellent communication, interpersonal, critical thinking and analytical skills;

Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment;

Be sensitive to the needs of adult learners;

Ability to differentiate instruction based on learner need;

Proven ability to develop and facilitate training /workshops;

Ability to use computer technology as a creative means to teach adults;

Proficient use of Microsoft Office programs including advanced Excel features;

Knowledge of literacy, numeracy, and basic skills; and Essential Skills training

Knowledge of Essential Skills/Ontario Adult Literacy Curriculum Framework OALCF;

Knowledge of MLITSD-LBS Service Provider Guideline and Performance Management Framework;

Awareness of local economic climate and community needs;

Adult Literacy Certificate, Adult Education Certificate, or Equivalent an asset;

Experience working in a not-for-profit organization environment an asset. Own transportation.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.50-$29.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking RRSP match Vision care
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-08-22
Expected start date: 2025-09-02