EF International Language Schools (Canada) Ltd . is looking for certified ESL teachers with the ability to teach a wide range of levels on an on-call or short-term assignment basis. Classes may include EF General English, Special Interests (e.g. business English and exam preparation), Canadian culture workshops, and University Preparation.
All lessons are scheduled in-person at our downtown Vancouver Campus (750 Cambie St. Vancouver, BC), Mondays to Fridays , between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM . There are no gauranteed hours for this role. Substitute teachers should have some weekly availability and flexibility to jump into classes on short notice.
Utilize EF’s cutting-edge, in-house curriculum to deliver student-centred , communicative language classes. C urriculum , resources , training and ongoing professional development are provided. Our supportive Academic Management Team will ensure you have the tools you need to deliver a great student experience every day !
EF Vancouver's teachers are covered under a collective agreement with the BCGEU. This is a great opportunity with growth potential for recent or experienced ESL teachers looking to join an amazing team in a well-established school.
Responsibilities As a teacher with EF, you will...
- Teach students of varying English proficiency (A1-C2) from diverse nationalities
- Utilize EF’s in-house curriculum, technology and methodology
- Deliver student-centred, communicative language classes
- Add your own “sparkle” to the lesson plans to bring them to life and ensure your students are learning as much as they are having fun
- Prepare weekly schemes of work and lesson plans with specific learning outcomes
- Assess students and provide meaningful feedback on language improvement
- Accurately record student attendance and grades
- Communicate with the Academic Management regarding student academic performance, classroom behaviour, and well-being
- Work with administrative staff to help deliver a 5-star experience to all students!
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in any field* [required]
- Candidates with higher levels of relevant education (e.g. Master's in TESL) will qualify for a higher starting pay rate
- TESL Canada Level 1 teaching certification (or equivalent TESL qualifications with minimum 20-hour practicum, such as the CELTA) [required]
- 3+ months of experience teaching ESL in a classroom setting with 16+ students [preferred] Candidates with 2+ years of relevant ESL teaching experience will qualify for a higher starting pay rate.
- Flexible and able to adapt quickly in a dynamic environment
- Responsible, approachable and friendly
- Energetic, engaging and passionate about language learning
- Experience with standardized tests such as Cambridge, TOEFL, and IELTS a plus
- Experience teaching English for career development a plus
📌 Academics, Substitute ESL Teacher (Vancouver)
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