EAP Writing and Speaking Instructor

Mount Royal University’s English Language Program is hiring an instructor for the LEAP (Language Education for Academic Purposes) Program, a full time, non-credit program for domestic and international English as an Additional Language (EAL) learners. 

The focus of the full-time LEAP program is classroom-delivered academic English courses that prepare learners for entry into post-secondary study.  Reporting to the English Language Program Administrator, we are looking for an instructor for a twice-weekly EAP course with a focus on productive  skills development for our Spring /Summer term.

Our instructors are responsible for bringing adult education expertise and familiarity with current research in the area of language learning to the classroom through engaging learning plans to deliver the prescribed curriculum and syllabus. The successful candidate will be able to apply appropriate methods to best meet learner needs, plan activities that both engage student interest and develop skills, assess proficiency with both formative and summative tools, and communicate and collaborate professionally with others in the department.

Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree and TESL training recognized by TESL Canada. TESL Professional Standard 2 is preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience teaching English to adults. EAP instruction in a post-secondary setting is preferred.
• Ability to teach across English language proficiency levels.
• Research-informed practice in the discipline supported by continued professional development.
• Proven intercultural communicative competence
• Proficient with both using and supporting students and administrative processes with technology (Google Suite, MS Office, and course management software(D2L) )
  

Course dates:
Wednesdays and Fridays, May 8 - August 14,  2023 with student consultations on final grade reports on Friday, August 16. 
There are no classes scheduled for two weeks from June 24 to July 5.

The start date of May 1 reflects the opportunity to visit the campus for an orientation to the program and the course prior to the first class on May  and is flexible. 

Course Hours: 
9:00 am - 2:30 pm with a 30 minute morning break and a one-hour lunch break

Preparation, grading and meeting times are paid.

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How to Apply:
Please send your letter of application with your resume to the attention of Sheri Rhodes, Program Administrator at the email address below.

If you are interested in future opportunities with Mount Royal University's English Language Program, please indicate this and your resume will be kept on file.

Only those who are shortlisted will be contacted for an interview.