Part Time Low Literacy, ESL Instructor

Due to the large number of applications, only those invited for an interview will be contacted.

Application deadline is midnight, Friday 28th of August,

About Project Literacy:
Project Literacy is a registered charity. They provide literacy support for adults, immigrants, refugees, seniors, families, and children. Now in their 40th year, Project Literacy has been operating continuously since 1986 and is the only literacy focused charity in the Central Okanagan.. We have a large volunteer base of over 100 volunteers and support over 200 individuals each year. Our programs take place at our Learning Centre, (107 – 2293 Leckie Road) at elementary schools throughout the Central Okanagan, and at KCR Community Resources.

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

· Instruct Pre LINC, Low-Literacy classes taking place for three, 12-week sessions between September 2026 and July 2027

· During each 12-week session, there are two afternoon classes, each class lasts 1.5 hours

· Follow submitted and agreed upon course guidelines

· Provide student testing at the end of each 12-week session

· Share test results and student success stories with the LINC Supervisor and the Director of Services

· Attend occasional meetings with the Director of Services, LINC supervisor and Project Literacy’s Executive Director

Hours:

15 hours per week for three, 12-week sessions per year between September and July.

Work schedule:

During each 12-week session, your schedule will be Tuesday to Thursday, 12noon to 5pm for a total of 15 hours per week.

Required Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in education, ESL certificate, or equivalent education and experience.

· Minimum two years’ experience teaching English as a Second Language

· Experience with literacy assessment and evaluation strategies

· Training and experience in developing and following lesson plans

· Ability to work independently and cooperatively with others

· Strong Microsoft product skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

· Excellent spoken and written English

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills

· Ability to speak additional languages an asset

· Own transportation required

· Local travel required

Hourly rate: $28.70 per hour.

Start date: September 8, 2026

Apply with cover letter identifying your suitability and interest in this position, and a detailed resume, by Friday, August 28, 2026, to: admin@projectliteracy.ca

We thank all applicants, however, only those being interviewed will be contacted.