ESL Instructor ( Full time)

Posted on: 3 Jul 2026

Connect International School (CIS) is a boutique private school located in downtown Toronto, offering Adult ESL, EAP, IELTS, and other test-preparation courses, Ontario Secondary School (OSSD), and Career Development programs to international students from around the world.

We are passionate about delivering high-quality, student-centred education in a supportive learning environment. With small class sizes and a personalized approach, we help students build confidence, achieve their academic and career goals, and succeed in Canada and beyond.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging, student-centred ESL lessons for adult international students.
• Teach integrated language skills, including speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and encouraging classroom environment that motivates and engages students.
• Apply project-based learning (PBL) principles to promote meaningful, real-world language learning.
• Integrate technology effectively to enhance teaching and student participation.
• Connect classroom learning to real-life situations and practical communication.
• Assess student learning through portfolios, classroom performance, and ongoing formative assessments.
• Provide timely, constructive, and personalized feedback that is reliable, valid, and supports student growth.
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate attendance records and student evaluations.
• Prepare lesson materials using the school’s curriculum and learning resources.
• Participate in teacher meetings, professional development activities, and school events as required.
• Collaborate with the Academic Team to support student success and continuous program improvement.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, English, Linguistics, or a related field.
• TESL Ontario (OCELT), TESL Canada, or an equivalent recognized TESL/TESOL certification.
• Demonstrated passion for teaching and supporting adult English language learners.
• Excellent classroom management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) designation.
• Experience teaching Ontario Secondary School (OSSD) courses.
• Previous ESL teaching experience in both Canada and overseas.
• Experience preparing students for IELTS or other English proficiency examinations.
• Knowledge of project-based learning (PBL) and student-centred teaching methodologies.
• Experience using portfolio-based assessment to monitor student learning and progress.
• Ability to integrate educational technology into classroom instruction.
• Experience working with multicultural and international students.

Location:

Connect International School460 Richmond street WestUnit: 204Toronto, Ontario M5V 1Y1Canada

Job contact:

n.hibbert@studycis.comhttp://www.studycis.com/

How to apply:

Please submit:

Resume
Cover Letter
Copy of TESL/TESOL Certification
Available teaching schedule

Nicole Hibbert
E-mail: n.hibbert@studycis.com

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