Volunteer - Language Teaching Assistant

Position Title: Language Teaching Assistant

Location: 3660 Midland Avenue, Unit 500, Scarborough, ON M1V 0B8

Terms: Minimum commitment of 3 months

About Polycultural

Polycultural is a not-for-profit, community-based charitable organization dedicated to helping individuals and communities become productive members of Canadian society. We offer a wide range of inclusive, community-led support programs for people of all ages and nationalities. For over 50 years, we have been promoting a healthy, vibrant GTA and Region of Peel by tailoring our services to seniors, youth, women, families, and newcomers to Canada. Polycultural provides accessible programming, and we take pride in offering individualized support that ensures each client has an equal opportunity to reach their full potential.

Scope

To provide assistance to the LINC Instructor with in-person and online students who require additional support in language acquisition to enable them to fully participate in class activities.

Responsibilities

• To learn and understand the agency's mission and objectives and to carry out volunteer work according to the agency program expectations
• To provide individual and small group support to LINC students
• To use LINC curriculum guidelines while working with LINC students
• To help LINC Instructor obtain suitable instructional materials (online, books, visual and audio aids)
• To help support and troubleshoot technology-related issues with online students
• To be aware of cultural differences and ensure that the rights of all students are respected
• To develop an appreciation for Canadian society, culture, and tradition
• To perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• TESL Ontario Certificate considered a strong asset
• Experience teaching and/or tutoring ESL students, especially in CLB 2-4 level classes
• Knowledge of Canadian Language Benchmarks and LINC Curriculum Guidelines
• Technically savvy with experience in MS Teams meetings and MS Office
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs and issues facing newcomers
• Punctual and responsible

Other requirements

• A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check