Language Instructor (Internal Only)

Position: Language Instructor (Internal Only)

Program: LINC

Schedule: Hybrid, evening position

January 2027 to March 2027- Monday to Thursday - 6:30pm to 9:00pm
April 2027 to March 2028- Tuesday to Thursday - 6:00pm to 9:00pm

Location: Maple Ridge

Posting Date: November 6, 2026

Closing Date: November 20, 2026

Summary

Prepares level appropriate skill-building Literacy - CLB 1-4 English lessons to adult immigrant and refugee newcomers, in person and online, while increasing their understanding of Canadian local, social, workplace and cultural norms. Connects immigrants to the community through field trips and guest speakers. Determines student progress through portfolio-based language assessment (PBLA) and provides feedback to students informally on an ongoing basis and formally through student progress reports and conferencing.

How You Will Make a Difference

• Guided by current CLB documents and PBLA principles and practices, teaches CLB and PBLA aligned skill-building language and settlement lessons to adult immigrant and newcomer refugees to facilitate their social, cultural, economic and political integration into Canadian society.
• Develop daily and long-term lesson plans to meet student needs and achieve identified real-world tasks. Prepares lesson materials and delivers CLB and PBLA aligned task-based lessons (including multi-level lessons, if required) consistent with the LINC program.
• Deliver lessons in person and online using online platforms and Learner Management System.
• Conduct ongoing and monthly needs assessment with students to determine which themes, topics, and outcomes to include in lesson planning.
• Develop appropriate tasks and portfolio-based language assessments and skill-using tasks consistent with current PBLA practice. Supports student autonomy by guiding them to organize and maintain their portfolio files and providing them with reflection time and feedback according to guidelines established by the LINC IC team.
• Collaborate with students on individual portfolio-based progress reports by providing input and feedback. Prepares portfolio-based Learner Progress Reports (LPR) and conducts individual student progress conferences twice per year or more frequently if required.
• Submit required event requests and feedback.
• Organize field trips, arrange for guest speakers and other socio-cultural activities that connect learners with the community consistent with monthly teaching goals and overall LINC program objectives.
• Promote community programs, services, events, and volunteering opportunities for students to continue practicing English and engage in the community.
• Maintain up-to-date, accurate class records in the database including daily attendance, lesson notes, and PBLA assessment results.
• Provide input to LINC administration for students’ referrals and other student or class issues.
• Actively participate in Assessment Planning Sessions (APS), Communities of Practice (CoP) and team meetings and collaborate with LINC instructors to share resources and professional development knowledge, contribute to program curricula, and plan joint activities.
• Actively participate in professional development opportunities offered by LINC program. Stays current with EAL and online teaching techniques; completes PD preparation and follow-up assignments as required.
• Performs other related duties as required.

What You Bring

• Degree from a recognized university and a certificate or diploma from a TESL Canada recognized training institution and a minimum of six (6) months experience teaching EAL to adults, knowledge of Canadian Language Benchmark competencies and associated resources OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Experience teaching settlement English and training/experience in implementing PBLA an asset.
• Proven ability to design and implement appropriate lesson plans for online students and adapt to a blended (in-person and online) class; demonstrated ability to identify and address student needs for in-class, online and blended teaching models
• Competence with Teams and online teaching platforms is a must. Smart Board experience is preferred.
• Documented strong interpersonal and communication (verbal & written) skills.
• Demonstrated cultural competency and commitment to working effectively with diverse populations.
• Possession of and the ability to maintain a clear provincial Criminal Record Check.

Position Competencies

• Communication: Able to convey timely accurate information clearly and appropriately to different audiences while actively listening and responding.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Build positive relationships through open communication and mutual trust to create an inclusive and collaborative environment and work effectively with others.
• Functional Knowledge: Demonstrate deep expertise to solve complex problems and drive initiatives effectively.
• Promote Learning: Actively seek and share knowledge, incorporate feedback and foster continuous learning for self and others to apply new approaches.

Core Organization Competencies

• Delivering Results: Consistently achieve results by setting clear goals, prioritizing effectively, and following through with high-quality outcomes.
• Values Alignment: Demonstrates and promotes organizational values through daily actions and decision-making, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Valuing Diversity: Actively contributes to creating an environment where people from diverse backgrounds and abilities have equal access to services and resources.

ISSofBC Value Proposition

• Hiring Salary: $29.99-42.02 per hour.
  • Dependent on education, training, experience, and internal equity. Wage grids are reviewed annually. We are a proud and certified Living Wage BC Employer. Our current total compensation package continues to meet the requirements of living wages in BC to support our employees.
• Paid vacation and personal leave granted based on eligibility
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Employer RRSP contribution at 3% with no required employee contribution. Optional employee RRSP contribution at 1-5% with employer contribution up to 5%.
• Inclusive culture and supportive workplace with opportunity for innovation and development.
• Values-based organization with collaborative peers with a wide range of backgrounds and talents.

We acknowledge Indigenous Peoples on whose territories we are privileged to work, welcome and support newcomers, including immigrants, refugees and students. We honour the Nations who have always cared for these lands, waters, and air. In line with ISSofBC's commitment to equity, we promote inclusive employment opportunities for women, Indigenous Peoples, people with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions (2SLGBTQI+), and racialized individuals. Guided by our values of Purpose, Improvement, Belonging, and being Genuine, we strive to create a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives and unique strengths are celebrated.