Literacy Basic Skills (LBS)/ Core Student Support Instructor St. Louis Adult Learning and Continuing Education Centre The Waterloo Catholic District School Board with a total student population of 38,000, provides services to students in 50 schools (Kindergarten to Grade 12) across the Waterloo Region.

The WCDSB also operates numerous Adult Learning and Continuing Education programs through St. Louis Adult Learning and Continuing Education Centres.

The Board conducts intentional recruitment and selection as it seeks to achieve a state of greater equity for employees and students and to diversify its workforce.

All qualified applicants are welcome and encouraged to apply and applicants may choose to indicate if they are from a group who has experienced racial or social discrimination. Self-identification data will be used as a consideration in this posting. Aggregate data will be stored anonymously to support improvements to the Board’s hiring processes.

General Description Of Program The Literacy and Basic Skills programs are funded by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development. You will report to the LBS (CorE) Program Manager.

General Description Of Duties

• Planning and delivering literacy, numeracy, and digital training to adult learners both in person and online
• Creating and maintaining a positive learning environment
• Engaging students through a variety of activities
• Developing a customized learner plan in co-operation with each learner and in accordance to LBS Program Guidelines; updating and adjusting this plan according to the learner goals, abilities and interests
• Tracking and assessing learner progress using a variety of assessment methods and tools appropriate to the adult learning environment
• Proctoring exams as needed
• Completing and submitting all statistical information and attendance records
• Supporting learners during next-step transitions
• Attending CorE staff meetings and professional development opportunities

Minimum Requirements

• A 3-year post-secondary degree
• 1 year experience teaching adults and a demonstrated ability to relate to a wide variety of adult learners
• Excellent written/oral communications and math skills
• Ability to adjust instructional style for working one-on-one with learners with various learning styles and needs
• Computer skills: working knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook, and Explorer (Power Point, an asset)
• Available for in-person classes
• Eligible to work in Canada

Desirable Assets

• Comfort supporting math and science learners
• D2L competencies
• Awareness of trauma informed practices
• Teacher of Adults – Literacy Educator Certificate recommended
• Knowledge of Literacy and Basic Skills Program Guidelines and Essential Skills
• Understanding of and demonstrated use of andragogical principles in the adult learning environment
• Familiarity with the Ontario Adult Literacy Curriculum Framework (OALCF)
• Responsible, enthusiastic, and positive, with an ability to work as a team and adapt to a changing environment.

Location: St. Louis Adult Learning & Continuing Education Centres

Main campus - 80 Young Street, Kitchener

Hours of Work : On call, as needed

Program Schedule Core Essentials (In Class & Supporting Remote)

Mondays - Thursdays Mornings 8:45 am -11:45 am

Afternoons 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Core Essentials (Synchronous)

Mondays - Thursdays Mornings 9:15 am - 11:45 am

Afternoons 12:45 pm - 3:15 pm

Core Essentials (Student Support)

Mondays & Thursdays Mornings 8:45 am - 11:45 am

Afternoon 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Tuesday & Wednesdays Mornings 8:45 am - 11:45 am

Lunches 11:45 am - 12:30 pm

Afternoons 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Evenings 3:30 pm - 7:45 pm

• The schedule and/or hours of work may change based on program needs

Rate of Pay: $40.13/hour (plus Statutory & vacation pay)

We hire from the supply list for temporary and permanent assignments

Please be aware that applicants to St Louis Adult Learning and Continuing Education are not required to be Catholic.

Application Process Applicants are required to apply directly through Apply to Education at:

Applytoeducation assistance, contact 1-877-900-5627 (Monday – Friday, 7:30 am – 7:00 pm EST.)

In the application process, identify your qualifications and abilities, such as relevant experience to perform the duties of this job. Include your resume, covering letter and diplomas/certificates in your application.

Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Detailed information on the application process can be found at:

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be notified.

The Waterloo Catholic District School Board is welcoming of candidates from diverse communities, backgrounds and identities and encourages applications from qualified members of these groups.

Applicants are invited to self-identify if you are First Nations, Metis, Inuit, a member of a visible minority group(s) or a person with disabilities. This information is collected under the authority of the Ontario Human Rights Code and will be used to keep track of recruitment information. No personal information will be included.

At WCDSB, we are committed to respecting your privacy, and will take appropriate measures to protect any personal information you may share with us through the job application process. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used to determine qualifications for employment. For more information about the Board’s Privacy Policy, please contact our Privacy Officer at 519-578-3660 Ext. 2381.

To request this file in large print, please email aoda@wcdsb.ca. If you require a disability related accommodation to participate the recruitment process, please contact us at (519) 578-3677, extension 2368 to discuss your needs under the Human Rights Code. Responses to inquiries will be provided within 72 hours.

The successful candidate will be required to produce a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Screening Record Check. For further information, refer to policy APS 038 on the website of the Waterloo Catholic District School Board.