Literacy Instructor

Job summary

The incumbent will deliver individualized literacy programming to adult learners and assist in the development of Indigenous-appropriate learning materials. They will also assess student progress, manage lesson plans, and participate in school events and staff meetings.

Job details

Position: Literacy Instructor: Department: Neeginan Learning and Literacy Centre Competition Number: 2026NLLC-INS01-04 Classification: Unionized, Full Time Number of Openings: 4 Hourly Wage: 26.80 - 28.24 Application Deadline: Until Filled Who We Are NETES is a not-for-profit Indigenous organization supporting the success of Indigenous people in Winnipeg. We offer adult education, skills training and employment services, along with wrap-around services such as daycare, student housing, and health and wellness programming. Rooted in community, respect, and Indigenous values, our work helps build a strong, thriving Indigenous community. The Opportunity The incumbent will be responsible for delivering individualized literacy programming to adult learners. This position will assist in the development of Indigenous adult-appropriate learning materials creating innovative learning opportunities, specifically developing and carrying out lessons for stage 1 learners, working one on one with beginning learners. The incumbent will promote the program while supporting the goals and objectives of the Neeginan Learning and Literacy Centre, the Neeginan Education, Training and Employment Services, and the Indigenous community. Key Responsibilities Prepare subject material for presentation to students who need an individual/specific learning plan Work collaboratively with staff members to deliver lesson plans to level 1 students Prepare and implement remedial programs for Level 1 students Deliver lesson plans/activities using a systematic plan of lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations, and laboratory, and field studies Assign and correct homework Prepare, administer and correct tests Determine with individual students, their learning needs, plans, goals and objectives Evaluate and assess student progress and discuss results with students and school officials Participate in staff meetings, educational conferences and instructor training workshops Participate in the planning and coordination of school events and activities Qualifications Relevant post-secondary education (degree or diploma); an acceptable combination of education and experience may also be considered Demonstrated expertise in the field of instruction, specifically with literacy learners, is an asset. Additional courses in teaching or a provincial literacy training may be required Experience and Skills Superior skills in team leadership, verbal and written communication, time management, critical thinking, decision making, and organizational management Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, internet use, and web-related technologies Professional work ethic and the ability to exercise good judgment when dealing with challenging situations Knowledge and understanding of Winnipeg’s urban Indigenous community Additional Requirements NETES requires a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, with a Vulnerable Sector Check, and an Adult Abuse Registry Check prior to the start of employment. All checks must be dated within three (3) months of the employee’s start date. Apply in person, online at netes.ca/jobs or by email at employerrep@abcentre.org. Please include the competition number in your application. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. NETES is committed to equity and inclusion in employment. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous candidates in alignment with our organizational mandate and the communities we serve.

What you’ll do

The incumbent will deliver individualized literacy programming to adult learners and assist in the development of Indigenous-appropriate learning materials. They will also assess student progress, manage lesson plans, and participate in school events and staff meetings.

Requirements

Candidates should possess relevant post-secondary education and demonstrated expertise in literacy instruction. Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills are required, along with knowledge of the urban Indigenous community.

Benefits

• Daycare
• Student housing
• Health and wellness programming

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• written communication · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Literacy instruction
• Lesson planning
• Team leadership
• Verbal communication
• Written communication
• Time management
• Critical thinking
• Decision making
• Organizational management
• Microsoft Office
• Student assessment
• Curriculum development
• Strong Work Ethic
• Planning
• Adult Education
• Literacy
• Teaching
• Management
• Decision Making
• Critical Thinking
• Higher Education
• Innovation
• Lecturing
• Lesson Planning
• Presentations
• Time Management
• Team Leadership
• Writing
• Coordinating

Job areas

• Education
• Social Services
• Literacy Instructor
• Reading Teacher
• Secondary Education Teachers
• Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education

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