Title: Language Lead

Position Status: Full-Time

Salary: $46,512 per year

Start Date: March 1, 2024

Location: Antigonish or New Glasgow preferred

The YMCA is a place where everyone belongs, we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all, in a welcoming space that is both nurturing and fun – a community of shared responsibilities, where children and families can thrive.

There are lots of places to work, but few opportunities to do work that really matters, and the Y is one of those places. When you join our team, you don’t just get a job – you’ll embark on an exciting path of career development. You will be part of a team that provides children, youth, and adults of all ages a sense of belonging to their community.

The Opportunity

With strong language instruction and team management background, this position will work closely with the Language Coordinator to provide two deep leadership in the support and supervision of multiple staff and YMCA language program sites located across the province.

Responsibilities

• Supporting provincial language programs and activities by providing supervisory leadership
• Regular check-ins and site visits of team members
• Efficiently managing the operational functions of program delivery (hours, reporting, data management and budgeting)
• Under the direction of the Language Coordinator, developing and providing language instructional resources (aligned with Canadian Language Benchmarks) updating program resources and developing tools and/or practices
• Supporting, monitoring and evaluating the implementation of PBLA and PENS requirements
• Providing referral and support to clients in accessing and navigating community-based language resources when needed
• Receiving and reviewing monthly reports from Language Instructors - collating and submitting
• Representing YMCA Language Program area internally and externally as required
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Recognized TESL qualification
• Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience within an English as an additional language setting
• Knowledge of and experience with Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) and Portfolio-Based Language Assessment (PBLA)
• Experience leading a team or project
• Experience with sourcing and developing language materials and EAL curriculum
• Demonstrated networking and rapport building skills
• Strong attention to detail and interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication, problem solving and team building skills
• Experience with computer programs and databases; Microsoft Office Skills (i.e. Excel, Word, Publisher, etc.), presentation documents, data input
• Strong time management, organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple, competing deadlines and tasks
• High level of initiative is needed to work independently and respond to unanticipated items
• Valid NS Driver's License and reliable vehicle and ability to travel across Nova Scotia
  
  

We Offer

• Participation in a comprehensive Group Benefits and Pension Program
• Strong work/life balance programs, i.e., paid vacation and personal days
• Individual and family YMCA Membership options
• Access to discounted childcare and programs
  
  

Please note that the successful candidate is required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check, clear Child Abuse Registry Check, and valid First Aid and CPR training. All YMCA employees are required to attend YMCA Child Protection Training during their probationary period.

Apply Today

Please apply online at https://ymcahfx.ca/workwithus/ by February 19, 2024.

We look forward to hearing from you!

The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is an equal opportunity employer that values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify.