Seasonal Youth Program Teacher

• Plan and deliver interactive and engaging lessons for international students, ensuring the curriculum aligns with the program objectives and learning outcomes.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate activities, projects, and games that promote language acquisition, cultural understanding, and personal growth.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages participation, collaboration, and mutual respect among students.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback through various assessment methods, such as quizzes, presentations, and projects.
• Monitor and address individual student needs, offering additional support and guidance as necessary to ensure their academic and personal success.
• Supervise students during activities, field trips, and excursions, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and program coordinators to develop and improve curriculum materials, teaching resources, and program content.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and other relevant documentation as required by the program and institution.
• Communicate regularly with students' parents or guardians to provide updates on their progress and address any concerns or questions.
• Adhere to VanWest College's policies, procedures, and code of conduct, promoting a professional and ethical work environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Education, English, TESOL, or a related field (or currently pursuing a degree in these fields).
• Prior experience teaching English as a second language (ESL) or working with international students is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of language acquisition theories, teaching methodologies, and classroom management strategies suitable for youth learners.
• Passion for working with young learners and the ability to create a supportive and engaging learning environment.
• Strong intercultural and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with students, colleagues, and parents from diverse backgrounds.
• Adaptability and flexibility to meet the dynamic needs of the summer program, including participating in extracurricular activities and excursions.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment, collaborating with colleagues to achieve program objectives.
• Fluency in English is required, and proficiency in additional languages is an asset.
• Duration: This is a seasonal position for the duration of the summer program, typically spanning 4-6  weeks. Exact start and end dates will be communicated during the hiring process.

VanWest College is a privately owned Canadian college with campuses located in Vancouver and Kelowna, British Columbia. The College is certified by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) branch of the BC government Ministry of Advanced Education. Certification by PTIB assures clients that VanWest College delivers education and training programs that meet and exceed high quality educational standards and student protection. Highly interactive program courses, taught by industry leaders, are designed to improve students’ communication skills, increase business knowledge and refine job-search and employability skills. Students will acquire the essential real-life skills necessary to be successful in a workplace environment and students in co-op programs will spend approximately 50% of their program time in paid, authentic Canadian job placements. For real learning, real experience and real results, VanWest College is the premiere choice.