Volunteer - Language Teaching Assistant (Mississauga)

Position Title: Language Teaching Assistant

Location: 2225 Erin Mills Parkway, Mississauga, ON L5K 1T9

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 assist students in the Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) program. Assist the class instructor to support low-level students who require additional support in language acquisition.

Responsibilities

• Learn and understand the agency's mission and objectives. Carry out volunteer work according to the agency program expectations.
• Provide individual and small group support to LINC students
• Follow LINC curriculum guidelines while working with LINC students
• Help the LINC Instructor obtain suitable instructional materials (online resources, visual and audio aids)
• Be aware of cultural differences and ensure that the rights of all students are respected
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• TESL Ontario Certificate considered as a strong asset
• Experience teaching and/or tutoring ESL students, especially in beginner level classes
• Knowledge of Canadian Language Benchmarks and LINC Curriculum Guidelines
• 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