Summary

The Adult Foundational Learning Instructor provides foundational reading and writing instruction to learners 18 and older not enrolled in school.

Description

Adult Foundational Learning Instructor 

At the CanLearn Society (“CanLearn”), our vision is to unlock potential so all can learn. We do this through helping children, youth, adults and families living with literacy, learning, attention, and related mental health challenges to learn and thrive. 

At CanLearn, we believe that learning changes lives. We believe that individuals with learning, literacy and attention difficulties can achieve their full potential and become contributing members of society in a supportive and collaborative community. 

If you want to change the lives of children, youth, and adults by bringing hope and improving quality of life, CanLearn is the next phase in your journey! Through interesting work, fostering relationships with amazing colleagues and clients, and a competitive total rewards package, we believe we are a great not-for-profit organization where you can make a difference. 

We serve over 1500 clients yearly, with 90% or more reporting a positive experience with our team.  

POSITION DESCRIPTION 

The Adult Foundational Learning Instructor provides foundational reading and writing instruction to learners 18 and older not enrolled in school.This is a part-time, hourly, contract position. The employment term will begin on February 1st, 2025, and run through the end of August 2025 with a possibility for an extension, with an average of 16 hrs/week. The actual daily and hourly schedule will depend on program requirements.  

Responsibilities: 

  • Teaching adults 1:1 or in small groups based on the Science of Reading 

  • Guiding the development of an individualized learning curriculum for each learner 

  • Monitoring and assessing learners’ progress on an ongoing basis 

  • Collecting, recording, and reporting all necessary information related to learners on time 

  • Participating in staff meetings 

  • Participating in professional development as appropriate to the position 

 

Qualifications: 

Education & Experience  

  • Bachelor’s degree in education or equivalent with experience 

  • Comprehensive knowledge of the Science of Reading approach to evidence-based reading instruction 

  • Knowledge of adult foundational learner characteristics and adult learning principles 

 

Skills  

  • Ability to implement effective instructional practices, strategies, and assessment 

  • Initiative for working independently with minimal supervision 

  • Ability to manage time and workload and to work collaboratively with others  

  • Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills 

  • Energy, enthusiasm, and motivation for continuous professional development 

 

Why Work Here? 

  • You’ll get to work in an environment where you can directly and positively impact others.  

  • A continuous learning environment with ongoing professional development opportunities 

  • We provide a remote work environment, face-to-face team connections, and an employee recognition program. 

  • We believe in the following core competencies: 

    • Professional Expertise
    • Communication
    • Collaboration   
    • Client/learner Centred Practice  
    • Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (AR-DEI)  
    • Problem-Solving  
    • Continuous Learning  
    • Leadership   

If you want to change the lives of children, youth, and adults by bringing hope and improving quality of life, CanLearn is the next phase in your journey! Through interesting work, fostering relationships with amazing colleagues and clients, and a competitive total rewards package, we believe we are a great not-for-profit organization where you can make a difference. 

Join Us! We are always looking for the best talent to join our team. Send your resume to njerkovic@canlearnsociety.ca