English as a Second Language (ESL) Instructor - 25CUPE-ESL17
About the role
PERMANENT ESL/LINC INSTRUCTOR
ABOUT THE UPPER GRAND DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD (UGDSB)
The UGDSB employs a team of approximately 4,000 dedicated staff who serve more than 35,000 students attending a variety of programs across 65 elementary and 11 secondary schools as well as continuing education and adult learning centres in the counties of Dufferin, Wellington, and the City of Guelph. The UGDSB covers the ancestral and treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Six Nations of the Grand River, and Saugeen Ojibway Nation.
The UGDSB is committed to supporting student achievement and well-being through our team of dedicated staff and strong learning communities, always striving to meet the diverse needs of our students. Our employees are empowered to contribute in meaningful ways to the success of our students and the greater organization.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Board and St. George's Centre for ESL invites qualified applicants to apply for one part-time permanent instructor position in the non-credit adult English language training program. The class level will be a Canadian Language Benchmark level 3 and 4.
Location: Guelph – Adult ESL at St. George's Centre – this is an in-person class
Hours/Days of Work: Equivalent to 5 hours and 20 minutes per week from 6:20 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
(which includes PBLA administration time); Monday and Wednesday
Rate of pay: $36.49 to $44.84 per hour
Qualifications:
- TESL Ontario accreditation (in good standing)
- Excellent knowledge of the Canadian Language Benchmarks
- Familiarity with LINC curriculum documents
- Knowledge of and experience with Portfolio Based Language Assessment
- Proven ability to develop and deliver a multi-level task-based curriculum
- Excellent classroom management skills
- Proven commitment to learner success
- Excellent organizational and reporting skills
- Familiarity with Google Classroom is an asset
The final offer of employment for this position depends upon learner enrolment and funding. Duties will commence no sooner than Wednesday, October 1, 2025.
APPLICATION DETAILS
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application no later than 4:00 pm September 26, 2025, to Sheila Nicholas, Administrator, ESL and LINC Programs by:
Email: (PDF format preferred) Fax: 519-766-9485
Mail: St. George's Centre for ESL
21 King Street
Guelph, Ontario N1E 4P5
Please ensure you quote the job code in your application. Include your resume. If you are an external candidate, please also include a list of professional references and relevant supporting educational and/or training documentation.
Please note: An original Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) must be provided prior to the commencement of employment (if the successful candidate is external). The VSC must be dated within 6 months of the start date of employment. For further information, refer to the UGDSB'sor requirements.
INCLUSIVE RECRUITMENT & HIRING
Employment Equity
The UGDSB is committed to disrupting systemic racism and oppression in all of its forms. We are committed to building a
PERMANENT ESL/LINC INSTRUCTOR
diverse staff that is reflective of and adds value to the community and students we serve. We actively encourage applications from members of groups who have historically and/or currently experience marginalization and/or barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:
- First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples
- Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions
- Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination based on race, ancestry, ethnicity, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin.
- Persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities
At UGDSB, we recognize that many of the identities listed above do not exist in a single form and are often intersecting, creating complex and unique experiences for applicants. We value the contributions that each person brings and are committed to creating and maintaining an environment where everyone can participate fully, thrive, and reach their full potential. Please visitto find out more about equity, diversity and inclusion at the UGDSB.
Accommodation & Accessibility
We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities, and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you require accommodation at any phase of the recruitment process, please contact
About UPPER GRAND DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD
The Upper Grand District School Board serves approximately 34,000 students through 65 elementary schools and 11 secondary schools in the City of Guelph, County of Wellington and County of Dufferin.
Student success is the goal of over 3,000 dedicated teaching and support staff who are aided by the contributions of caring volunteers and community partners.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Instructor - 25CUPE-ESL17
About the role
PERMANENT ESL/LINC INSTRUCTOR
ABOUT THE UPPER GRAND DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD (UGDSB)
The UGDSB employs a team of approximately 4,000 dedicated staff who serve more than 35,000 students attending a variety of programs across 65 elementary and 11 secondary schools as well as continuing education and adult learning centres in the counties of Dufferin, Wellington, and the City of Guelph. The UGDSB covers the ancestral and treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Six Nations of the Grand River, and Saugeen Ojibway Nation.
The UGDSB is committed to supporting student achievement and well-being through our team of dedicated staff and strong learning communities, always striving to meet the diverse needs of our students. Our employees are empowered to contribute in meaningful ways to the success of our students and the greater organization.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Board and St. George's Centre for ESL invites qualified applicants to apply for one part-time permanent instructor position in the non-credit adult English language training program. The class level will be a Canadian Language Benchmark level 3 and 4.
Location: Guelph – Adult ESL at St. George's Centre – this is an in-person class
Hours/Days of Work: Equivalent to 5 hours and 20 minutes per week from 6:20 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
(which includes PBLA administration time); Monday and Wednesday
Rate of pay: $36.49 to $44.84 per hour
Qualifications:
- TESL Ontario accreditation (in good standing)
- Excellent knowledge of the Canadian Language Benchmarks
- Familiarity with LINC curriculum documents
- Knowledge of and experience with Portfolio Based Language Assessment
- Proven ability to develop and deliver a multi-level task-based curriculum
- Excellent classroom management skills
- Proven commitment to learner success
- Excellent organizational and reporting skills
- Familiarity with Google Classroom is an asset
The final offer of employment for this position depends upon learner enrolment and funding. Duties will commence no sooner than Wednesday, October 1, 2025.
APPLICATION DETAILS
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application no later than 4:00 pm September 26, 2025, to Sheila Nicholas, Administrator, ESL and LINC Programs by:
Email: (PDF format preferred) Fax: 519-766-9485
Mail: St. George's Centre for ESL
21 King Street
Guelph, Ontario N1E 4P5
Please ensure you quote the job code in your application. Include your resume. If you are an external candidate, please also include a list of professional references and relevant supporting educational and/or training documentation.
Please note: An original Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) must be provided prior to the commencement of employment (if the successful candidate is external). The VSC must be dated within 6 months of the start date of employment. For further information, refer to the UGDSB'sor requirements.
INCLUSIVE RECRUITMENT & HIRING
Employment Equity
The UGDSB is committed to disrupting systemic racism and oppression in all of its forms. We are committed to building a
PERMANENT ESL/LINC INSTRUCTOR
diverse staff that is reflective of and adds value to the community and students we serve. We actively encourage applications from members of groups who have historically and/or currently experience marginalization and/or barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:
- First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples
- Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions
- Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination based on race, ancestry, ethnicity, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin.
- Persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities
At UGDSB, we recognize that many of the identities listed above do not exist in a single form and are often intersecting, creating complex and unique experiences for applicants. We value the contributions that each person brings and are committed to creating and maintaining an environment where everyone can participate fully, thrive, and reach their full potential. Please visitto find out more about equity, diversity and inclusion at the UGDSB.
Accommodation & Accessibility
We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities, and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you require accommodation at any phase of the recruitment process, please contact
About UPPER GRAND DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD
The Upper Grand District School Board serves approximately 34,000 students through 65 elementary schools and 11 secondary schools in the City of Guelph, County of Wellington and County of Dufferin.
Student success is the goal of over 3,000 dedicated teaching and support staff who are aided by the contributions of caring volunteers and community partners.