International Languages Elementary Instructor

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International Languages Elementary Instructor

The DSBN is a supportive, innovative community that works towards doing what’s best for kids, and helps every student achieve success. Whether you’re in the classroom, on the playing fields, in the office or in the cafeteria, we know it’s the dedicated staff who bring our mission to life – you are what creates a child’s school experience, and contribute to students reaching their full potential.

We proudly serve over 40,000 students across almost 100 elementary and secondary schools in Niagara, located between Lake Erie in the South and Lake Ontario to the North.

POSITION:  Temporary/Term Position International Languages Elementary Instructor

LOCATION:  Working within the DSBN Secondary Schools

RATE OF PAY:   $25.47 per hour

SCHEDULE:   2.5 hours per week

Position Summary:

The board is currently seeking enthusiastic instructors to teach elementary level language classes in a dynamic and inclusive learning environment.

Classes run weekly and are designed to engage students in learning a new language while exploring cultural traditions. Please note that there are no guaranteed hours associated with this position.

This position is a temporary contract position until June 2026 with possibility of renewal based on continued funding and enrolment. 

• The International Language Instructor will provide language instruction to elementary students ( ELKP – Grade 8) by developing and facilitating carefully thought-out lesson plans. Instruction must include a range of activities that will provide listening, reading, writing, and engaging learning opportunities for students. The Language Instructor will create a supportive, welcoming, and dynamic learning environment for students, while promoting positive student behavior.

• Positions are contingent upon sufficient program/course enrollment

• Instruct target language to students at various ages and levels of instruction

• Plan and deliver a program that is optimal for language learning

• Ensure the safety and well-being of students

• Develop and maintain an equitable and inclusive learning environment

• Provide supervision of students assigned to the class

• Evaluate student progress and provide appropriate supports as necessary

• Communicate student progress to ILE Program Coordinator , parents/guardians, and students

• Track and report attendance to the ILE Program Coordinator on a monthly basis

• Other applicable duties as assigned, to carry out the requirements of operating a language instruction classroom

• Follow the Permit and Rental Services permit rules and regulations

We are currently accepting applications for instructors in the following languages:

• Serbian

• Ukrainian
• Russian

• Other languages of interest (please specify in your application)

Qualification:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Training in teaching the language of study

• Experience and training in teaching languages or a teaching degree and fluency in the language being taught (elementary preferable)

• Strong ability to read, write and speak in both the language being taught and English languages

• Familiarity with language instruction methodologies and commitment to inclusive teaching practice

• Strong communication , interpersonal and organizational skills

• Ability to work collaboratively and to be flexible

• Related degree or diploma

• Provision of a satisfactory Police Clearance including Vulnerable Sector Screening from the last 6 months (or ability to obtain one) is a condition of employment.

Application Process:

• All applications are accepted through ApplyToEducation
• Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis
• Applications packages should include:
• Cover Letter
• Resume

Selection Process:

• We thank all the candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Conditions of Employment: 

• Agreement to comply with the Board’s policies, procedures and code of conduct; 

• Complete an annual offence declaration process. 

Reason for posting:   Vacancy

The District School Board of Niagara is committed to equity and inclusion in the recruitment and hiring of its employees, who reflect the diversity of our community and students we serve. We encourage and welcome submissions from candidates from diverse backgrounds to build a supportive and inclusive workplace. DSBN welcomes applications from: Indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities, women, persons with visible and non-visible disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. The DSBN is committed to Achieving Success Together and recognizes that increasing the diversity of its workforce supports this objective.

DSBN will make interview and employment accommodations during the selection process, based on any of the human rights protected grounds.  Please notify us in advance and we will work with you to meet your needs.  Applicants are thanked for making known their interest in working for the District School Board of Niagara.  We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Additional Information:   

In accordance with Section 29(2) of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, this is to advise that the information you provide on this form is collected under legal authority of the Education Act, and will be used as necessary for the recruitment, selection and employment purposes of the Board. 

The DSBN is committed to equity for all students and staff, and to deliver quality education through a qualified workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodations in the hiring process to support applicants with disabilities. 

Personal information on this form is collected, used and disclosed in accordance with the Education Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.E.2, as amended and the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. R.S.O 1990,   c.M.   56, as amended and will be used for the purpose of   determining   eligibility of the above-noted position and any similar or related purpose(s). Questions about this collection, use and disclosure should be directed to the Freedom of Information Coordinator, District School Board of Niagara, 191 Carleton Street, St. Catharines, ON L2R 7P4 905-641-1550. 

DSBN does not utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants.  

Land Acknowledgement:  

The land on which we gather is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum agreement. Today this gathering place is home to many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples acknowledging this reminds us that our great standard of living is directly related to the resources and friendship of Indigenous people.