Facilitate spoken English practice at the University of Ottawa's Main Campus as a Teaching Assistant, using discussion prompts and inclusive group activities.

This in-person Teaching Assistant assignment supports ESL 150 conversation workshops during the 2027 Winter Semester. You will prepare prompts, encourage participation, and sustain informal conversations through student-centred activities. The workshops focus on conversation practice rather than formal instruction, assessment, grading, or evaluation.

Key Responsibilities:

- Prepare discussion prompts for spoken English conversation practice
- Facilitate informal, interactive conversation sessions in person
- Encourage active participation and respectful group interaction
- Take attendance and report session information




- Consult with the supervisor as required

Requirements:

- Ability to facilitate group discussions and encourage participation
- Ability to adapt prompts to interests and language levels
- Solid spoken English and interpersonal communication skills
- Conversation group or student-centred activity experience is an asset
- Intercultural awareness and second-language learner experience are assets

Support confident English communication through inclusive facilitation, adaptable prompts, and engaging conversation practice at the University of Ottawa.

📌 English Conversation Workshop Teaching Assistant (Ahuntsic)
🏢 University of Ottawa
📍 Ahuntsic