Job Title: English as a Second Language (ESL) CELPIP Preparation Instructor (Online)
Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM PST/PDT
Job Type: part-time
Pay: $35 per hour
Location: remote
Start date: September 8, 2026
Note: Course launch and subsequent course sessions are run on a week-by-week basis and are dependent on confirmed student enrollment numbers. Teaching hours are confirmed at least one week in advance.
The Canadian College of English Language (CCEL) is seeking an experienced and engaging CELPIP Preparation Instructor to teach synchronous online evening classes for our new CELPIP Preparation course. In this role, you will help students build CELPIP-specific test-taking strategies, develop key CLB English language competencies, and achieve their target scores on the CELPIP-General test.
All core curriculum and teaching materials are provided; however, instructors are encouraged to supplement with their own resources as desired to meet individual student needs. This is a fully remote work environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging, student-centred CELPIP Preparation ESL lessons via Zoom.
- Teach targeted skills and strategies for all four test components: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking.
- Provide regular constructive, actionable feedback on student task performance aligned with official CELPIP descriptors.
- Adapt provided materials to address specific student needs and learning goals as needed.
- Maintain a professional, supportive, and encouraging virtual learning environment.
- Communicate concerns or issues to the academic director proactively.
Qualifications & Skills
- Fluent in English (CLB 12/IELTS 9.0 equivalent or successful completion of a bachelor’s degree at an English-speaking institution).
- Education: Bachelor’s degree (any discipline; English, Linguistics, Humanities, Education preferred) from an accredited institution.
- Certification: TESL Canada recognized teacher training certificate, CELTA, Trinity CertTESOL, or equivalent (including MA TESOL)
- Experience: 2+ years of ESL teaching experience in Canada or abroad.
- Specialization: Demonstrated experience teaching CELPIP Preparation courses or working as a CELPIP rater.
- Technology Skills: Strong proficiency with Zoom, digital learning tools, and remote teaching best practices.
- Professional Remote Workspace: Access to a quiet, private location with high-speed internet and a functional computer with a clear webcam and microphone to host live Zoom lessons.
- Soft Skills: Strong reliability, punctuality, flexibility, and patience are non-negotiable.
- Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in Canada (Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or valid open work permit holder). Sponsorship is not provided for this position.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief note detailing your experience with the CELPIP exam and details of your TESL-Canada-approved certification (type of qualification, institution, date completed).
Pay: $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 6.0 per week
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Do you have a TESL Canada-recognized teaching certificate or equivalent (externally validated, 10+ hours teaching practicum, 10+ hours observation, 100+ hours ELT/TESOL instruction)?
- Do you have direct experience teaching CELPIP Prep courses or working as a CELPIP rater?
- Are you available to teach online via Zoom on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM PST/PDT, contingent on class enrollment?
- Do you have a reliable computer, high-speed internet connection, webcam, and microphone capable of hosting uninterrupted, professional classes via Zoom?
- Do you have a quiet workspace free from background noise and distractions to teach live online classes?
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- ESL teaching: 2 years (required)
Work Location: Remote
