Adult English as a Second Language (ESL) Instructor - Permanent Assignment

Job summary

The instructor will teach language and employment skills using various digital tools and curricula appropriate for specific CLB levels. They are responsible for maintaining accurate learner progress records and representing the department professionally.

Job details

Adult English as a Second Language (ESL) Instructor - Permanent Assignment (part-time) OPSEU 423 Why Work With The Ottawa Catholic School Board: The OCSB proudly serves over 50,000 students in 91 schools. We offer an education that respects all faiths' universal values and is grounded in Catholic principles. We foster innovation to inspire Deep Learning so that all can realize their full potential. We offer a collaborative work environment, fulfilling careers, and the opportunity to make a difference in our students' lives. The OCSB is committed to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices and is dedicated to an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our communities. The OCSB is actively seeking applications from Indigenous peoples, Black and racialized people, persons with disabilities, people from gender diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities, as well as individuals who can contribute to continuous diversification of ideas. The Ottawa Catholic School Board acknowledges that the land on which our schools are located is the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnabek Peoples. We extend our respect to all First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples for their valuable past and present contributions to this land. We are looking for a permanent part-time English as a Second Language Instructor to support our ESL day school program. This position reports to the Manager, Continuing & Community Education in collaboration with the LINC Coordinator in the program. Anticipated Locations/Assignments : Location: St. Joseph Adult Assignment ESL Flex English CLB 5- (online), Tuesdays - Thursdays 9:00am - 12:00pm, Google Meetings on Friday 12:30pm - 3:30pm and Friday evenings 6:00pm - 9:00pm Total Hours: 15 hours per week each assignment The Assignment Involves Using various tools/apps to teach language and employment skills in person or online Create content for the specific curricula that is appropriate to the CLB levels of the course Implement and maintain learner skills, progress and accurate attendance records Ability to interact occasionally at a professional level as a representative of the Continuing Education department with other departments and various administrative staff, if required Other duties as assigned Requirements Valid TESL Ontario Certification or proof of TESL Ontario accreditation through the PLAR process and be a member in good standing Previous general ESL teaching experience with various CLB or ESL levels Excellent organizational skills Demonstrated strong expertise in using learning technologies effectively to teach in person or online various CLB level ESL or LINC classes (include specific examples and describe in your CV and/or letter of application) Proven understanding and application of PBLA with learners Proven collaboration, cross-cultural, and instructional design planning skills Any Of The Following Are Considered Assets Experience working in Job Readiness / Employment / Skills or Trades Training programs Work Experience in various industry(ies) or sector(s) or trade(s), ideally in a training or lead role Proof of ability to integrate those skills into a curriculum Experience working with employers and in program promotion Candidates will be selected on the basis of their qualifications and experience. The salary for this position is $43.22 an hour (plus 4% vacation pay and 3.8% statutory holiday pay). How to Apply: Applicants are required to apply through the ApplytoEducation (ATE) platform and ensure a cover letter and resume are included in the ATE profile. Interested applicants must submit their application by no later than 5:00 pm on September 24, 2026. If you do not currently have an ATE account, you will be prompted to create a free account and upload your resume and cover letter. You will not be required to provide a pastoral reference. Interviews: We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates are encouraged to check spam and junk mail boxes often for Board correspondence. Reference Policy: We value your privacy. References will only be contacted if you are selected to move forward in the hiring process. If you are not currently an OCSB employee, you will be required to provide an appropriate, original Vulnerable Sector Police Record Check dated within the last six months before you can commence employment. Questions regarding the application process can be directed to hrstaffing@ocsb.ca . For assistance with ApplytoEducation, please contact ATE directly at info@applytoeducation.com or by phone at 1-877-900-5627. AI may be utilized throughout the selection and recruitment process. Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), if you require accommodations at any time throughout the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department via email at hrstaffing@ocsb.ca prior to the posting closing date so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Information Collection Authority and Purpose: Pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) and the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA) , personal information is collected under the statutory authority of Section 265(1)(d) of the Education Act , as amended. This information may be utilized for any or all of the primary administrative functions relating to the operational activities of the Ottawa Catholic School Board, including educational programs and services, student records, and interactions with Ministries of the Government of Ontario. The Boards , the , and the supplementary document are accessible on the Boards website at www.ocsb.ca. Inquiries may be directed to the school Principal or to the Privacy Officer, Ottawa Catholic School Board, 570 West Hunt Club Road, Nepean, ON K2G 3R4. Contact information: 613-224-2222 | info@ocsb.ca .

What you’ll do

The instructor will teach language and employment skills using various digital tools and curricula appropriate for specific CLB levels. They are responsible for maintaining accurate learner progress records and representing the department professionally.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid TESL Ontario certification and be a member in good standing. Proven experience with PBLA, instructional design, and teaching various ESL or LINC levels is required.

Benefits

• Vacation pay • Statutory holiday pay

Listed skills

• Classroom management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• ESL instruction
• PBLA
• Instructional design
• Curriculum development
• Learning technologies
• Cross-cultural communication
• Classroom management
• Attendance tracking
• Employment skills training
• Organizational skills

Job areas

• Education
• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector