Job Description

About SuOn Academy

SuOn Academy is an Ontario Ministry of Education-inspected private high school offering Grades 9-12.
To support younger learners in our community, we provide a Supplementary Learning Program on our campus offering structured communication and literacy activities for students in Grades 4-8.

We are now seeking a

G4-8 Communication Skills Instructor

to help students strengthen confidence, clarity, and foundational speaking skills.

Program Overview: Communication Skills (Grades 4-8)

This program helps students develop early communication abilities such as:

Expressing ideas clearly and confidently Speaking in complete and organized sentences Reading aloud with clarity and expression Vocabulary growth and practical language use Listening and responding respectfully in group settings Participating confidently in class presentations Age-appropriate storytelling and guided speaking activities
All sessions take place in a school-based classroom environment.

Position Summary

The instructor will guide students through structured communication activities designed to improve speaking confidence, clarity, and day-to-day communication skills in an age-appropriate and supportive setting.

Responsibilities

Teach communication and speaking skills using provided program materials Facilitate interactive speaking tasks, small-group discussions, and guided presentations Support students in improving clarity, expression, and organization Encourage positive participation and confidence within the classroom Monitor student engagement and report progress to school staff Participate in occasional planning or training sessions

Qualifications

Required:

Strong proficiency in English communication suitable for working with younger students Clear, patient, and engaging teaching style University students or graduates in Education, English, Communications, Linguistics, Drama, or related fields are welcome to apply

Preferred:

Experience working with elementary or middle-school students Familiarity with Ontario elementary language and communication expectations Experience leading group activities (e.g., storytelling, drama, speaking activities) Ability to support multilingual or international learners

What We Offer

Competitive hourly compensation A supportive, school-based teaching environment Program structure and teaching materials provided Opportunities to teach additional courses

How to Apply

Please submit your

resume

and a brief

cover letter

outlining your relevant experience and weekly availability.
Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00-$45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 6 - 20 per week

Work Location: In person