International Languages Elementary Instructor, St. Catharines

International Languages Elementary Instructor The DSBN is a supportive, innovative community that works towards doing what’s best for kids and helps every student achieve success. Whether you’re in the classroom, on the playing fields, in the office, or in the cafeteria, we know that dedicated staff bring our mission to life – you are what creates a child’s school experience and help students reach their full potential.

We proudly serve over 40,000 students across almost 100 elementary and secondary schools in Niagara.

Position Details Position:

Temporary/Term International Languages Elementary Instructor

Location:

Working within the DSBN Secondary Schools

Rate of Pay:

$25.47 per hour

Schedule:

2.5 hours per week

Term:

Temporary contract until June 2026 with possibility of renewal based on continued funding and enrollment.

Position Summary The board is currently seeking enthusiastic instructors to teach elementary‑level language classes in a dynamic and inclusive learning environment. Classes run weekly and are designed to engage students in learning a new language while exploring cultural traditions. Note that there are no guaranteed hours associated with this position.

Languages Offered

Serbian

Ukrainian

Russian

Farsi

American Sign Language (ASL)

Other languages of interest (please specify in your application)

Responsibilities

Provide language instruction to elementary students (ELKP– Grade 8) by developing and facilitating lesson plans. Instruction must include a range of activities that provide listening, reading, writing, and engaging learning opportunities for students.

Create a supportive, welcoming, and dynamic learning environment for students, while promoting positive student behavior.

Positions are contingent upon sufficient program/course enrollment.

Instruct target language to students at various ages and levels of instruction.

Plan and deliver a program that is optimal for language learning.

Ensure the safety and well‑being of students.

Develop and maintain an equitable and inclusive learning environment.

Provide supervision of students assigned to the class.

Evaluate student progress and provide appropriate supports as necessary.

Communicate student progress to the ILE Program Coordinator, parents/guardians, and students.

Track and report attendance to the ILE Program Coordinator on a monthly basis.

Perform other applicable duties as assigned, in order to carry out the requirements of operating a language instruction classroom.

Follow the Permit and Rental Services permit rules and regulations.

Qualifications

Training in teaching the language of study.

Experience and training in teaching languages or a teaching degree and fluency in the language being taught (elementary level preferable).

Strong ability to read, write, and speak in both the language being taught and English.

Familiarity with language instruction methodologies and commitment to inclusive teaching practice.

Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Ability to work collaboratively and be flexible.

Related degree or diploma.

Provision of a satisfactory Police Clearance including Vulnerable Sector Screening from the last 6 months (or ability to obtain one) is a condition of employment.

Legal and Equity Statements The District School Board of Niagara is committed to equity and inclusion in the recruitment and hiring of its employees. We encourage and welcome submissions from candidates from diverse backgrounds. DSBN welcomes applications from Indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities, women, persons with visible and non‑visible disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. The DSBN is committed to Achieving Success Together and recognizes that increasing the diversity of its workforce supportsthis objective.

DSBN will make interview and employment accommodations during the selection process, based on any of the human rights protected grounds. Applicants are thanked for making known their interest in working for the District School Board of Niagara. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

In accordance with Section 29(2) of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the information you provide on this form is collected under the legal authority of the Education Act and will be used as necessary for recruitment, selection, and employment purposes.

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