Reports To: Executive Director
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Employment Type: Part-Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday–Thursday | 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Compensation: $34.00–$38.00/hour (commensurate with qualifications and experience)
Change a Life. One Lesson at a Time.
Every classroom at Agapé Language Centre is filled with possibilities.
Our students are newcomers to Canada who are building new lives, pursuing careers, supporting their families, and finding a sense of belonging in their communities. As a LINC Instructor, you'll do more than teach English—you'll help learners build confidence, create opportunities, and successfully integrate into Canadian life.
If you're passionate about adult education and inspired by serving others, we'd love to meet you.
About Agapé Language Centre
Agapé Language Centre is a Christian, non-profit charitable organization dedicated to serving newcomers through high-quality English language instruction and community support. For more than 30 years, Agapé has welcomed newcomers with excellence, compassion, respect, and a genuine commitment to helping individuals and families successfully integrate into Canadian life. At Agapé, you'll join a collaborative team that values excellence, lifelong learning, authentic relationships, and serving newcomers with compassion and purpose.
About the Role
The LINC Instructor is responsible for planning, delivering, and evaluating engaging English language instruction for adult learners enrolled in Agapé's Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) program.
Working collaboratively with the LINC Coordinator and instructional team, the LINC Instructor creates an inclusive, learner-centred classroom that supports language acquisition, confidence, and successful settlement while advancing Agapé's mission of serving newcomers with excellence and compassion.
This role plays an important part in helping newcomers develop the language skills, confidence, and connections they need to thrive in Canada.
Key Responsibilities
Instruction & Learning
- Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging English language instruction aligned with the Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB), LINC Curriculum Guidelines, and Portfolio-Based Language Assessment (PBLA) requirements.
- Assess learner needs and develop lesson plans and instructional materials that support diverse learning styles, language levels, and settlement goals.
- Teach practical English language skills by incorporating real-world Canadian topics and educational technology to enhance learner engagement.
Assessment & Student Success
- Conduct formative and summative assessments in accordance with Portfolio-Based Language Assessment (PBLA) requirements.
- Maintain accurate attendance, learner portfolios, lesson plans, assessments, program records, and required reports in accordance with program requirements.
- Evaluate learner outcomes and adapt instruction to support student success.
Classroom Environment
- Foster a welcoming, respectful, culturally responsive, and anti-biased learning environment where learners feel supported, engaged, and empowered to succeed.
- Supervise classroom activities, educational field trips, and guest speakers, as required.
Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
- Collaborate with the LINC Coordinator and instructional team to achieve program goals and support continuous program improvement.
- Participate in staff meetings, supervision, and professional development.
- Support volunteers, TESL practicum students, and classroom assistants, and assist in maintaining instructional resources and classroom technology.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Education, TESOL, Adult Education, English, Linguistics, or a related discipline.
- Current TESL Canada, ATEAL, or equivalent recognized ESL teaching certification.
- Minimum two (2) years of experience teaching adult English language learners.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB), LINC Curriculum Guidelines, and adult education principles.
- Experience implementing Portfolio-Based Language Assessment (PBLA).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong classroom management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and educational technology.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Legally entitled to work in Canada.
Pre-Employment Requirements
- Provide proof of eligibility to work in Canada.
- Provide proof of education and professional certifications.
- Successfully complete a Criminal Record Check. A Vulnerable Sector Check may be required based on program responsibilities.
Candidates without previous LINC teaching experience may be invited to participate in a classroom observation as part of the recruitment process. This provides an opportunity to experience Agapé's teaching philosophy, Christian mission, and organizational culture while allowing both the candidate and Agapé to determine mutual fit.
Our Mission
Our mission is to demonstrate God's unconditional love to our new neighbours by meeting their need for English language and acculturation training through high-quality interaction in an accepting and affirming atmosphere.
Because this position contributes directly to Agapé's ministry, the successful candidate will be expected to:
- Support and uphold Agapé's mission, vision, and Christian values.
- Read, affirm, and adhere to Agapé's Statement of Faith and Christian Employment Policy as a condition of employment.
- Demonstrate integrity, compassion, humility, respect, and servant leadership in all interactions.
- Positively contribute to a Christ-centred workplace culture and support the ministry of Agapé through professional conduct and service.
Why Join Agapé?
Joining Agapé means becoming part of a team that believes education changes lives.
We are committed to creating a supportive workplace where employees are encouraged to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in the lives of newcomers.
We offer:
- Competitive compensation ($34.00–$38.00/hour)
- Paid lesson preparation time
- Professional development opportunities
- A collaborative and supportive team culture
- Meaningful work with lasting community impact
- The opportunity to serve within a respected Christian ministry that has supported newcomers for more than 30 years
Pay: $34.00-$38.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Agapé Language Centre is a Christian, non-profit organization. Employees are expected to support our mission, values, and Statement of Faith as a condition of employment. Are you comfortable working within and supporting a Christ-centred organization?
- Do you have a minimum of two (2) years of experience teaching adult English language learners?
- Please describe your experience teaching within the LINC program, including your experience with the Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) and Portfolio-Based Language Assessment (PBLA)
- Do you currently hold a TESL Canada, ATEAL, or another recognized ESL teaching certification?
Work Location: In person
