Job Description

Position:

Curriculum Developer

Program:

BC SAFE HAVEN Language Program

Position Details:

Temporary part-time position at

10

hours per week starting as soon as possible, until December 19, 2025 (with possibility of extension until March 31st, 2026)

Location:

ISSofBC Terminal Avenue

Why choose us!

Join ISSofBC, one of the largest and first newcomer and refugee agencies in Canada. As well as being a values-driven organization, we pride ourselves on diversity, inclusion, innovation, and transparency. You can make lifelong friends and connections when you join our family. What's more, we also have multiple locations and offer flexible working and shorter working weeks than most organizations.

Summary:

With the direction of the Project Lead, develops CLB aligned, weekly training modules, CLB-aligned assessments (CLB 1-4) and tests (CLB 4-6), supplementary activities, and curriculum overview. Provides input into the evaluation process and funder reports.

How You Will Make a Difference:

With the support of the Project Lead, conducts, analyzes and summarizes environmental scans and consultations with project partners, teachers and clients to determine the real-world language needs of the identified client group.

Revises and further develops curriculum framework for materials targeting Literacy to CLB 6 BC Safe Haven clients with two focuses: Core English Language Training for Everyday Life (CLB 1-4) and Employment Readiness Language Training (CLB 4-6).

Incorporates input from Lead Instructional Coordinator and Program Manager to draft and finalize the templates for the assessments and tests, curriculum overview, curriculum modules, sample lessons, and supplementary materials. Emphasis will be placed on the timely delivery of assessment tools and tests in alignment with the ongoing classroom delivery of weekly curriculum modules.

Produces curriculum plan, CLB-aligned assessment tools and tests, curriculum modules, sample lessons, supplementary materials and other materials needed, effectively and efficiently to meet project milestones in collaboration with curriculum development team. Ensures that materials developed fit within existing or revised curriculum and, as appropriate, incorporates the application of Portfolio-Based Language Assessment (PBLA) theory.

Collaborates with the project team in developing BC SAF HAVN Curriculum guidelines package for Literacy to CLB 6 clients, PBLA assessment strategies suitable for Literacy to CLB 4 levels, test development for ERLT CLB 4-6 and a list of accompanying available resources.

With the support of Project Lead, develops training packages for Core English and Employment Readiness Language Training teachers on using the curriculum and materials for additional professional development.

Creates feedback collection tools for teachers and clients, including pre- and post-knowledge tests, and online surveys/focus groups.

Assists with the delivery of teacher training.

Provide support to Community of Practice (CoP), as requested.

Provides input for funder required reports.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

What You Bring:

Degree from a recognized university and a certificate or diploma from a TESL Canada recognized training institution; formal or informal experience in adult English as an Additional Language (EAL) curriculum and development; minimum of three (3) years' experience teaching EAL to adults in the LINC program and knowledge of Canadian Language Benchmark competencies/Portfolio Based Language Assessment (PBLA) and associated resources, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

What Makes You a Change Maker:

Demonstrated ability to prioritize, organize, and complete tasks with minimal supervision and ability to meet tight deadlines.

Ability to take direction and work in teams and have strong initiative.

Ability to communicate fluently and accurately in both written and oral English.

Demonstrated cultural competency and commitment to working effectively with diverse populations.

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Demonstrated experience with the development of resources/materials targeting Lit- CLB 6 learners.

Ability to set and maintain boundaries with staff and clients and manage self-care.

Able to travel locally to meet with other project staff, community partners and conduct focus groups is an asset.

Possession of and the ability to maintain a clear provincial Criminal Record Check.

ISSofBC Value Proposition

Expected Hiring Salary:

$29.12 - $32.04

per hour. Dependent on education, training, experience, and internal equity. Wage grids are reviewed annually. We are a proud and certified

Living Wage BC Employer

. Our current total compensation package continues to meet the requirements of living wages in BC to support our employees.

Accrued vacation and other paid leave benefits based on eligibility.

Employer RRSP contribution at 3% with no required employee contribution; Optional employee RRSP contribution at 1-5% with employer contribution up to 5%.

Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).

Values-based organization with collaborative peers with a wide range of backgrounds and talents.

Inclusive culture and innovative workplace with opportunity for new approaches.

We acknowledge Indigenous Peoples on whose territories we are privileged to work, welcome and support newcomers, including immigrants, refugees and students. We honour the Nations who have always cared for these lands, waters, and air. In line with ISSofBC's commitment to equity, we promote inclusive employment opportunities for women, Indigenous Peoples, people with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions (2SLGBTQI+), and racialized individuals. Guided by our values of Purpose, Improvement, Belonging, and being Genuine, we strive to create a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives and unique strengths are celebrated.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $29.12-$32.04 per hour

Expected hours: 10 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care RRSP match Vision care
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-07-02