Description
Casual English as a Second Language Instructors
Continuing Education
Why Work With The Ottawa Catholic School Board: The OCSB proudly serves over 50,000 students in 91 schools. We offer an education that respects all faiths' universal values and is grounded in Catholic principles. We foster innovation to inspire Deep Learning so that all can realize their full potential. We offer a collaborative work environment, fulfilling careers, and the opportunity to make a difference in our students' lives.
The OCSB is committed to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices and is dedicated to an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our communities. The OCSB is actively seeking applications from Indigenous peoples, Black and racialized people, persons with disabilities, people from gender diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities, as well as individuals who can contribute to continuous diversification of ideas.
The Ottawa Catholic School Board acknowledges that the land on which our schools are located is the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnabek Peoples. We extend our respect to all First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples for their valuable past and present contributions to this land.
Under the supervision of the Manager of Continuing Education, the instructor is responsible for the instruction of learners in English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction. Candidates will be selected on the basis of their qualifications and experience, and possession of a TESL Ontario recognized qualification to determine their ability to teach ESL to adults in either the LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) or English as a Second Language programs.
Qualifications:
- Certification in teaching English as a Second Language (TESL Ontario Certification, OCELT with) or TESL Ontario PLAR equivalency. Note: For some roles, applicants hired without an OCELT designation must commit to completing a TESL Ontario accredited training program or do PLAR one year once teaching in the program;
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Experience working with adults learning a second language in a publicly funded program;
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The ability to work collaboratively as a team member in a multicultural environment;
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Demonstrated ability to be sensitive and respectful when working with clients from a range of economic, cultural, social and and linguistic backgrounds / traditions;
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Ability to apply an equity lens to their work in the program;
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Experience teaching language online and in-person.
The following are considered an asset:
- PBLA and/or Avenue.ca trained
- Prior work experience in other sectors, e.g. business, computers, etc. an asset
- Experience as a CLB assessor, an asset
- Ability to speak an additional language, an asset
Rate of Pay: $33.90 per hour plus vacation pay
How to Apply: Applicants are required to apply through ATE and attach a cover letter and resume in pdf format. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Interviews: We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If selected for an interview, you will receive an email including the interview date/time, google meet link and process details. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Questions regarding the application process can be directed to hrstaffing@ocsb.ca
You will be required to provide a negative Original Police Record Check for the Vulnerable Sector dated within the last 6 months if successful in the hiring process.
AI may be utilized throughout the selection and recruitment process
Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, (AODA), if you require accommodations at any time throughout the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department via email at hrstaffing@ocsb.ca prior to the posting closing date so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
Information Collection Authorization: In accordance with Section 29(2) of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), 1989. This information is collected under the legal authority of Section 265(1)(d) of the Education Act (R.S.O. 1990 c.E.2) as amended, and may be used as necessary for some or all of the following principal administrative purposes related to: The Ottawa Catholic School Board’s operation, school programs and educational services, student records, and Ministries of the Government of Ontario. The Board’s ' Use and Disclosure’ & the ‘Protection of Privacy Policy’ may be viewed on the Board’s website at . Questions about Privacy should be directed to the Privacy Officer by email to: privacy@ocsb.ca.
