Job Description

The Language Instructor ensures the planning and successful delivery of language instruction and assessment to clients registered with GGP's language programs.

Responsibilities:

Teaches assigned classes at assigned times and location Keeps the classroom neat and organized and board displays reflective of or supporting student learning Supports student learning by providing appropriate instruction based on program guidelines and evaluations, particularly with regard to the Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) and Portfolio-Based Language Assessment (PBLA) Meets learning objectives through design and implementation of unit plans, curricula, and real-life learning based on students' needs and goals, approved modules/themes, and benchmark levels Maintains regular student records, attendance, and progress on the database Prepares monthly/quarterly reports, progress reports, and other program-related documents when needed Collaborates with administrative staff to coordinate placements, transfers, graduations and exits, and resolve student concerns In collaboration with the ESL Team Lead, makes substitute arrangements for missed classes Facilitates appropriate referrals and access to services to respond to student needs

Qualifications:

Post-secondary education, minimum CERTESL certificate or equivalent, and teaching experience In-depth knowledge of needs and challenges of new learners Demonstrated experience in working with newcomers from diverse backgrounds Established experience in classroom instruction, assessment, management, and working with volunteers Demonstrated knowledge of Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) and Portfolio Based Language Learning Assessment (PBLA) Demonstrated ability to teach learners English language skills and strategies that will help them know about, reflect on, and monitor their own language learning Proven ability to identify and use activities and materials that help learners accomplish meaningful, real-life tasks Demonstrated ability to design and deliver instruction that uses technology to build learners' English language skills and/or real-life skills (e.g., computer literacy) which will assist learners' settlement process Demonstrated ability to facilitate English language learner involvement in the local community Developed ability to identify and respond to specific learner needs (i.e. literacy needs, learning disabilities and other special needs, settlement needs, etc.) Understanding of the basic principles of crisis management in the classroom * Experience and commitment to promoting environments where diversity in background, thought and practice is welcomed and valued