Job Description

CICS is a not-for-profit organization with a mission to empower newcomers in settling and integrating as contributing members of Canadian society through diverse, professional and innovative programs and services. We work to enable newcomers to fully integrate, participate and contribute to all spheres of Canadian society. Our success stems from our workforce culture bound by three core values: Compassion, Inclusion and Collaboration.

Ref.:

25-25 / 26-25 / LINC Instructor

Job Classification:

LINC Instructor

Work Team:

Toronto LINC

Employment start date:

September 2nd , 2025

Work Location

Online and in-person at Kennedy and Woodside LINC Centres

Weekly Hours:

EL B/1 D (CLB B/1) / EL 1/2 D (CLB 1/2)

Monday - Thursday / 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

(8 hours of instruction per week), 12 weeks layoff during LINC closure

Salary

: $41.15 per hour

Status:

Unionized

Responsibilities:

Provide learners with language instruction at the LINC/Benchmark level(s) assigned, and in accordance with the Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLBs), LINC curriculum, and PBLA guidelines; Conduct lessons in a blended model (in-person and online) using program assigned platforms for the online component (Avenue.ca, Zoom, and other online teaching tools); Provide an instructional format and lesson plans responsive to newcomer needs and adult learning styles; Where appropriate, provide feedback to individual learners through ongoing assessments, assignments or testing as needed; Adhere to the assigned class schedule and work cooperatively with administrative staff and regular instructors to maintain program quality; Develop and maintain an inclusive and equitable classroom atmosphere, where participants are welcome and engaged in learning; Ensure a high level of student attendance and active participation; Abide by the agency's support and supervision model by supplying all required materials and working closely with program administrators; Observe the policy concerning student attendance and complete administrative duties in a timely manner such as client registration and orientation, attendance records, monthly narrative reports and statistical information as required; Assist in program related activities and/or tasks assigned by the program manager; Collaborate with other CICS staff to ensure LINC participants have access to the full suite of available settlement services; In the course of service delivery, assist learners in reaching the LINC program objective of facilitating the social, economic and political integration of adult newcomers into Canadian society through English language instruction.

Qualifications:

Canadian university degree or equivalent; Current TESL Ontario Certification; Demonstrated experience working with adults of diverse cultural backgrounds; Proven ability and experience in teaching high as well as low level LINC or Adult ESL classes a strong asset; Good understanding of language training needs of newcomer communities; Strong knowledge of and extensive experience using the CLB document, LINC Curriculum Guidelines, and Portfolio Based Language Assessment (PBLA); Current knowledge of task-based, communicative and learner-centered approaches to teaching adults; Confidence and experience in virtual/blended program delivery, including using online platforms such as Avenue.ca, and video conferencing tools such as Zoom and/or Big Blue Button; Experience in curriculum development for specialized classes addressing newcomer's needs a strong asset; Proven experience in team work; Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills; Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Ability to work in a multicultural environment; Excellent computer skills and ability to use online resources; Vulnerable sector police reference check is mandatory.
All resumes are to be sent to CICS by email: hr@cicscanada.com

by 5:00 pm, June 30, 2025.

Application should quote

Job 25-25/ 26-25 LINC Instructor

and address the covering letter to:

Hiring Committee

Centre for Immigrant and Community Services (CICS)

2330 Midland Avenue,

Toronto, ON

M1S 5G5

CICS is an equal opportunity employer. We provide accommodations during the recruitment process for persons with disabilities if required. This will be in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians Disability Act and Ontario Human Rights Code. We thank all those who respond to this posting. Only those selected for further screening will be contacted. Regrettably, we cannot accept telephone inquiries.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 weeks

Pay: $41.15 per hour

Expected hours: 41.15 per week

Benefits:

Extended health care RRSP match
Schedule:

4 hour shift Monday to Friday Night shift
Experience:

low level LINC or Adult ESL classes : 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

TESL Ontario Certification (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-06-30
Expected start date: 2025-09-02