PBLA Lead (LINC level 1-4)

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Position Information

Location Various Douglas College Campuses/Satellite Campuses Salary Range
Salary Range: $30.91 to $36.22 per hour ( Targeted Hiring Range: $30.91-$33.46 per hour). Placement within salary range is based on skills, experience and education.
The Opportunity
The PBLA Lead ( LINC level 1 to 4) supports Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada ( LINC ) Facilitators in the training and implementation of Portfolio Based Language Assessment ( PBLA ) practices.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Provide PBLA orientation and support to new and existing LINC Facilitators (level 1-4);
• Conduct monthly PBLA orientation sessions for new students;
• Advise administrators on needed supports such as professional development sessions or program resources;
• Complete an annual self-assessment using the PBLA Practice Review framework and identify and complete an action plan;
• Facilitate informal small-group discussions or learning groups to address common concerns using classroom teachers as resources for one another;
• Deliver workshops related to PBLA implementation, such as the CCLB Professional Learning Sessions;
• Observe classroom teachers and provide feedback and suggestions as a peer and a colleague; and
• Provide demonstration lessons and instruction on lesson planning as needed.

WHO WE ARE
Do what you love. Be good at it. That's how Douglas College defines a great career. It's a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC's Top Employers. We love what we do. And we're looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada's best degree-granting colleges even better.


Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.
WHAT WE OFFER
We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.

• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Competitive salaries
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development funding
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

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WHAT IT TAKES

• Recognized undergraduate degree (required);
• Teaching English as a Second Language ( TESL ) qualifications which are recognized on the TESL Canada website (required);
• 2 years' experience teaching English as a Second Language to adults (preferred);
• Completion of the Canadian Language Benchmarks Bootcamp training;
• Portfolio Based Language Assessment ( PBLA ) experience and/or training;
• Proficiency using Avenue.ca (preferred);
• Ability to remain current in CLB competencies and related resources;
• Ability to communicate fluently and accurately in both spoken and written English;
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds; sensitivity and understanding to the needs of newcomers to Canada;
• Ability to deal effectively and professionally with clients, staff and the general public who may come from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds;
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail; and
• Ability to prioritize, organize and complete tasks with minimal supervision.

Additional Information
Please note that we are hiring for multiple part-time contract positions that will be based on-site.
Posting Number 02489SA Position Title PBLA Lead (LINC level 1-4) Anticipated Start Date 04/01/2025 End Date 03/31/2026 Needs a Criminal Records Check Yes

How To Apply

Open Date 03/12/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Minimum Number of References Equity Statement
Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.
Important Note
This posting will remain open until filled and interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis. Interested applicants must submit their application and all required documents online on the Douglas College Career Site [www.douglascollegecareers.ca].

Please note that successful candidates will be required to provide a copy of their educational credentials and/or transcripts as part of the onboarding process.

At Douglas College, we believe in a personal touch and the importance of genuine interactions. Every application is carefully reviewed by a member of our team without the use of AI tools.