March 15, 2010 -- The Ukrainian Canadian Congress - Saskatoon Branch, Inc. has immediate openings for qualified ESL Instructors to plan and deliver English as a Second or Additional Language classes to newcomers to Saskatoon.

Nature of Work:

Under the direction of the ESL Coordinator, instructors will use the functional/communicative approach of English language instruction to assist eligible clients gain the necessary English language skills to communicate effectively in their day-to-day interactions with others in the community.

Accountabilities:

• Instruct learners in ESL, including cultural and settlement information, on a weekly basis;
• Establish a curriculum that reflects Canadian Language Benchmarks 1 – 4;
• Facilitate interaction between immigrants and other ethno-cultural groups including First Nations and Métis people;
• Lesson plan;
• Monitor and report attendance;
• Evaluate learners’ progress on an on-going basis;
• Participate in professional development initiatives;
• Provide appropriate feedback and evaluation.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree, TESL or related certification, overseas teaching experience, or equivalent combination. Knowledge of an additional language other than English is considered an asset.

To apply, submit resume by March 22, 2010 to:

Ukrainian Canadian Congress – Saskatoon Branch, Inc.
1219 8th Street East
Saskatoon SK S7H 0S5
Attention: Irene Pylypec, ESL Coordinator
Email: ipylypec@ucc-sb-saskatoon.ca