Position number: SE3O2
Sessional
English Language Centre
Enrolment Services
Posting start date: July 2, 2026
Advertised until: July 12, 2026
Start date:
September 8, 2026
End date:
December 18, 2026
For more information please contact: Tanya Shlezinger - [email protected]
The Department of English Language Centre invites applications for a part-time ELC Instructor position, commencing September 8, 2026.
Salary: $8,062-$18,913
The ELC Instructor will deliver the English Language Centre (ELC) Intensive Academic English Program (IAEP) curriculum to ELC students. Instructors are expected to teach for the dates of their contract. Teaching assignments are made based on what is best for the program. Instructors must be available to teach in-person to students who are studying on campus or remotely, or a combination of the two.
The successful candidate will have:
- University degree from an accredited post-secondary institution
- Completion of a TESL Canada recognized TEAL training program with:
- A minimum of 100 hours of theory and methodology
- A supervised practicum of a minimum of 20 hours
- Minimum 5 years’ experience teaching English as an Additional Language or English as a Foreign Language
- An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
- The successful candidate must be able to work in-person or remotely based on the needs of the program. For remote delivery, the successful candidate will use the online platforms selected by the ELC. For in-person delivery, it is expected that the successful candidate will use technology in the classroom. Virtual learning platforms and techniques are expected to be used in any delivery mode. Hybrid teaching may also be required.
- Instruct and assess students
- Provide and maintain a safe, supportive and effective learning environment
- Collaborate with colleagues and administrative staff with program or teaching related materials development
- Maintain consistency and meet curriculum expectations as outlined on UMLearn
- Prepare online lessons, assignments, materials and assessments in accordance to the curriculum
- Create, prepare and invigilate exams
- Provide students opportunity, to see all assessments, and to receive appropriate and timely feedback
- Maintain accurate electronic records
- Submit documents, reports, etc. electronically by the required deadlines
- Document and submit student issues and/or concerns
- Meet with students
- Refer students to appropriate resources
- Participate in weekly staff meetings
- Lead workshops, collaborative time, staff meetings or ELC related events
- Attend and participate in scheduled professional development events
- Complete the Assessment of and Reflection on Teaching (ART) at the end of the term
- Comply with UM and ELC policies and procedures
- Other duties as assigned
Preferred qualifications include:
- Competence using computers required
- Experience with virtual learning platforms and techniques required
- Experience using UMLearn required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office required
- Empathetic approach to the instructional needs and concerns of students learning in-person or remotely is required
- Demonstrated awareness and sensitivity to language, learning, and cultural barriers required
- Ability to work independently, proactively and productively required
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required
- Excellent organizational and problem solving skills required
- Excellent leadership and team building skills required
- A satisfactory employment record, including teaching record and attendance, is required.
To enhance our department, we particularly invite application from those who can support and enhance our diversity, including Indigenous peoples, women, racially marginalized persons, persons with disabilities, persons of marginalized sexualities and genders, and those committed to a diverse environment.
The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community – UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.
Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.
The City of Winnipeg (www.tourismwinnipeg.com), located where the Red and Assiniboine Rivers meet, is recognized for its vibrant, multicultural community and diverse culture. The city, with a growing population of more than 766,000, is home to internationally renowned festivals, galleries and museums, the historic Exchange District and The Forks, and ever-expanding research, education, and business sectors. From the Hudson Bay waters, across the farmland fields, to the pulse of the cities and towns, The Province of Manitoba’s (www.travelmanitoba.com) people and places – its 100,000 lakes, 92 provincial parks, winding river valleys and storied prairie skies – inspire.
The closing date for receipt of applications is July 12, 2026.
The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community – UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.
Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.
The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).
If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.
Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of "The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act" (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.
