Literacy Instructor

Position: Literacy Instructor
Department: Neeginan Learning and Literacy Centre
Classification: Unionized, Full Time
Hourly Wage: $25.01 - $26.35
Application Deadline: Until Filled

NETES is a not-for-profit Indigenous organization supporting the success of Indigenous people in Winnipeg. We offer adult education, skills training and employment services, along with wrap-around services such as daycare, student housing, and health and wellness programming. Rooted in community, respect, and Indigenous values, our work helps build a strong, thriving Indigenous community.

The Opportunity

The incumbent will be responsible for delivering individualized literacy programming to adult learners. This position will assist in the development of Indigenous adult-appropriate learning materials creating innovative learning opportunities, specifically developing and carrying out lessons for stage 1 learners, working one on one with beginning learners. The incumbent will promote the program while supporting the goals and objectives of the Neeginan Learning and Literacy Centre, the Neeginan Education, Training and Employment Services, and the Indigenous community.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare subject material for presentation to students who need an individual/specific learning plan
• Work collaboratively with staff members to deliver lesson plans to level 1 students
• Prepare and implement remedial programs for Level 1 students
• Deliver lesson plans/activities using a systematic plan of lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations, and laboratory, and field studies
• Assign and correct homework
• Prepare, administer and correct tests
• Determine with individual students, their learning needs, plans, goals and objectives
• Evaluate and assess student progress and discuss results with students and school officials
• Participate in staff meetings, educational conferences and instructor training workshops
• Participate in the planning and coordination of school events and activities

Qualifications

• Relevant post secondary education (degree or diploma), an acceptable combination of education and experience may also be considered
• Demonstrated expertise in the field of instruction, specifically with Literacy Learners an asset. Additional courses in teaching or a provincial literacy training may be required

Experience and Skills

• Superior skills in team leadership; communication (verbal and written); time management; critical thinking; decision making and organizational management
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications and Internet use
• Operational knowledge of the Internet and web-related technologies
• Professional work ethic and the ability to exercise good judgment when dealing with challenging situations
• Knowledge of Winnipeg Urban Indigenous Community

Additional Requirements

NETES requires a clear and satisfactory Criminal Record Check prior to the start of employment. All checks must be dated within three (3) months of the start date.

Apply in person, online at netes.ca/jobs or by email at [email protected] . Please include the competition number in your application. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

NETES is committed to equity and inclusion in employment. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous candidates in alignment with our organizational mandate and the communities we serve.