English as an Additional Language (EAL) Instructors (Up to 2 Positions) – Experiential Education and English Language Centre – Student Experience Hub

Job title:

English as an Additional Language (EAL) Instructors (Up to 2 Positions) – Experiential Education and English Language Centre – Student Experience Hub

Company

University of Prince Edward Island

Job description

EAL Customized programs (English as an Additional Language) will be offering the Explore Program for Canadian and International students ages 19+ and several short-term high school programs for visiting international groups between January and April 2025. Participants in these EAL Customized programs have formal EAL lessons weekday mornings and organized socio-cultural activities during weekday afternoons, and weekends. EAL Instructors are responsible for the planning and delivery of daily lessons, each week. The English Language Centre (ELC) will be hiring up to two EAL instructors to work in these programs.RESPONSIBILITIESInstructors report directly to the Explore Program Manager and Manager of Customized EAL Programs. They are responsible for:

• EAL instruction
• Collaborative course design and planning, based on pre-determined weekly themes and ELC guidelines
• Student assessment during the program and summative evaluations of student achievement
• Participation in staff meetings
• Design and lead two to three afternoon educational outings per week
• Creating a positive learning environment
• Upholding the policies of and regulations of the UPEI English Language Centre
• Other duties as assigned by the above managers

QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.Ed or other degree with equivalent work experience,
• EAL teaching experience
• Excellent oral and written proficiency in English
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Current criminal record check including working with the vulnerable sector

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• EAL teaching certificate / Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language
• Experience working in cross-cultural settings.
• Previous experience with UPEI Explore or EAL Customized Programs is an asset

Application Instructions:Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, . Applications will not be accepted via email.Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.Note that this site is not compatible with some mobile browsers (e.g. iPad, iPhone). Upon successful submission of your application, you will receive an auto-reply to your email address advising your application has been received. If you do not receive an email, please check your spam folder and/or try submitting your application via a different web browser (Google Chrome, Firefox, etc).

Expected salary

$27.47 per hour

Location

Charlottetown, PE

Job date

Sat, 19 Oct 2024 04:24:59 GMT

To help us track our recruitment effort, please indicate in your email/cover letter where (hiring-jobs.com) you saw this job posting.