Temporary Part-Time Specialized Program Instructor - English Language

Reporting to the Program Coordinator, plan, organize, lead and supervise formal and structured language instruction to adult and/or youth learners.

Responsibilities:

• Develop progressive lesson plan specific to the abilities of each group
• Demonstrate, instruct and lead participants in engaging ESL lessons aligned with curriculum objectives and learners' language proficiency levels.
• Supervise and evaluate participants’ progress throughout the program
• Administer first aid as required and complete Public Accident/Incident Reports or Complaint/Enquiry Forms as required
• Enforce City of Oshawa policies and procedures, including but not limited to: admission requirement standards, emergency procedures (eg. fire plan)
• Open and close program space
• Prepare and organize program equipment and supplies
• Perform safety check of equipment prior to being used
• Monitor and keep inventory of program supplies, inform Program Coordinator when supplies need replenishing
• Clean and maintain specialty art equipment, inform Program Coordinator of any issues
• Keep accurate participant attendance records
• Follow up with full-time staff regarding participants with extended absences
• Directly guide volunteers as required

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in arts, Education, English, or a related field
• Three (3) years of experience instructing in the related discipline
• TESL, TESOL, TEFL, or CELTA certification from a recognized institution would be considered an asset
• Proficiency with educational technology and Microsoft Office Suite, or related software programs
• Must possess and keep current Intermediate First Aid (formerly Standard First Aid with CPR-C) qualifications (or be willing to obtain prior to starting employment)
  • Standard First Aid with CPR-C (current within 3 years) attained prior to June 22, 2026 will be accepted.
• Demonstrate good customer service and communication skills to deal effectively and courteously with staff and the general public; good interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships
• Attend all staff trainings and meetings
• Ability to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

As a condition of employment, the City of Oshawa will require successful candidates to provide a Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.

Please be advised that position location as noted is at the time of posting and is subject to change, as required due to operational needs.

We would like to thank all applicants however, please note that only those selected to attend an interview will be contacted and all other applicants will be kept on file. Applicants are advised that written, oral and practical testing may form part of the selection process.

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