DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD OF NIAGARA
INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR:
Supply Adult English as a Second Language (ESL) 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: One (1) Supply Position ESL Instructor
LOCATION: Working at the designated DSBN ESL program location - 3855 St. Peter Avenue, Niagara Falls, Ontario, or other DSBN location as assigned.
RATE OF PAY: $31.10 per hour
SCHEDULE : Working up to 35 hours per week - Starting September 1, 2026 anticipated until March 31, 2027. (Program closed during Winter Break and March Break).
Position Summary:
The ESL Instructor, working within the Community Education department, will instruct ESL classrooms, teaching English to Learners CLB Levels Pre-5+. The role will be based in Niagara Falls and/or St. Catharines and will operate during business hours, instructing newcomers to Canada.
This position is a temporary Supply position until March 2027 with possibility of renewal based on continued funding and enrolment.
This position is temporary and funded until March 31st 2027.
The preferred candidate will demonstrate strengths in the following areas:
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Strong understanding of application of Canadian Language Benchmarks
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Familiarity and experience with Portfolio Based Language Assessment (PBLA) is an asset
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Exceptional customer service skills with a focus on professionalism, an excitement for learning and a positive customer experience
- Ability to build professional relationships with learners, follow up and maintain relationships
- Demonstrated ability to integrate employment-focused language instruction
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Knowledge of local labour market trends and newcomer employment pathways
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Experience coordinating with Employment Ontario (EO) and community organizations supporting newcomers and language learners
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Strong understanding of outcomes-based programming and learner progression tracking
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Experience with online, hybrid, or blended ESL delivery, including LMS platforms such as Avenue.ca
Be adaptable, flexible and driven to achieve positive personal and team outcomes
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Duties and Responsibilities:
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Lead multi-level ESL classrooms, delivering CLB-aligned instruction that integrates employment-related language, workplace competencies, and settlement outcomes, supporting learners’ transition to employment and community integration.
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Work with multi-barriered, multi-cultural clientele in a classroom setting
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Implement Portfolio-Based Language Assessment (PBLA) to assess, track, and document learner progress and outcomes in alignment with Ministry guidelines
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Integrate employment-related content and tasks into lesson planning across all CLB levels
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Maintain client records and report accordingly
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Use of technologies; MS programs, HARTs, communicate and keep documentation, video conferencing for distance meetings, using outlook, OneDrive and other online programs
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Maintain accurate, complete, and timely data entry in HARTs, including learner attendance, progression, and outcomes
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Ensure data is updated according to defined deadlines
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Work independently with autonomy to run your own classroom
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Collaborate with organizations to network and build relationships
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Conduct workshop facilitation to external organizations and clientele
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Remain flexible and accept other duties as assigned
Skills, Qualifications and Education Requirements
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A minimum of a university degree in a relevant field of education
- Successful completion of the TESL Ontario Certification is a mandatory requirement
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A minimum of 1-2 years experience in instruction/facilitation, ideally with newcomers
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Demonstrated experience using or willing to learn PBLA methodology, HARTs system, Learning Management Systems (e.g., Avenue.ca) , and MS Office
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Able to work in a multicultural setting while managing various individual needs of participants throughout a lesson
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Experience in case management, addressing barriers, goal-setting, and referrals to services would be considered assets
Able to obtain a clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check
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Application Process:
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Applications will be accepted through ApplytoEducation
- The application deadline for this position is Wednesday, July 14, 2026 at 4:00PM
- Applications packages should include:
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: Day-to-day supply coverage
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.
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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.
