Teacher of French as a Second Language

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Only online applications will be accepted. Please note it is not sufficient to simply state that the qualification is “met” or to provide a listing of current or past responsibilities. You must provide concrete examples, which illustrate how you meet each of the education and experience criteria (Essential Education and Experience, and Asset).

Work environment

Candidates located in the National Capital Region will be working at a newly renovated, state-of-the art National Defence Headquarters Carling. This new campus provides National Defence with significant opportunities for modernization, and offers the Defence Team a secure, collaborative, and green workplace that promotes a healthy work-life balance. Located at 60 Moodie Drive, NDHQ (Carling) is situated on 360 acres in Ottawa’s west end. The site is close to two major highways, numerous bike paths, and accessible by public transit via dedicated bus routes. The complex consists of 10 newly-renovated buildings, inter-connected by a series of tunnels and passageways and includes new fitness facilities, designated recreational spaces, modernized offices equipped with the latest technology and various food services including Tim Hortons, Subway and Starbucks.

Intent of the process

The immediate need is to fill the position of Teacher of French as a Second Language for a specified period (one year) in the National Capital Region. The language profile for the current position to staff is BBB/BBB and the security requirement is Reliability.

As a result of this process, a pool of qualified candidates may be created to staff similar positions at the ED-LAT-01 group and level on an indeterminate or specified period in the department.

Relocation may be considered and work from a remote location may be possible depending on the position to be staffed and following approval by management.

The Department of National Defence (DND) is one of the largest federal government employers with a unique role supporting the Canadian Armed Forces so we’re taking a unique approach to finding top talent.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION:
ED01: Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in education, linguistics, sociology, psychology, French language, literature or some other specialty relevant to the position in the classification

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
EX1: Experience teaching French as a Second Language

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Various language requirements
Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB
Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:
K01: Knowledge of the French language, French grammar and syntax
K02: Knowledge of Adult Learning strategies

ABILITY:
AB01: Ability to communicate effectively orally
AB02: Ability to communicate effectively in writing
AB03: Ability to prepare lessons plans and develop teaching activities for Second Language Training
AB04: Ability to respond to learners' needs
AB05: Ability to teach a training session

PERSONAL SUITABILITIES:
PS01: Effective interpersonal skills
PS02: Flexibility
PS03: Judgment
PS04: Teamwork
PS05: Reliability

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

CERTIFICATION:
ACERT: Teaching certificate in French language (CELTA, C.A.E.S.L. or equivalent)

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:
AEX01: Experience teaching French as a Second Language to adults
AEX02: Experience working with executives
AEX03: Experience using technology to deliver training (i.e. online or virtual teaching)
AEX04: Experience in coaching

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Able and willing to travel

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the targeted groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

1) Candidates’ qualifications may be determined by various tests, interview and/or reference checks.

2) You must provide proof of your education credentials.

3) Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

4) Candidates may be required to meet the asset qualifications depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed.

5) When completing the screening questions, remember that the assessment board cannot make assumptions about your experience. It is insufficient to say that you have the required qualifications or to list your current or past duties. Rather, candidates must demonstrate how they meet the education and experience criteria listed in the job opportunity advertisement by providing CLEAR AND CONCRETE EXAMPLES.

6) The client organization will accept applications on-line only. All job applications must therefore be submitted through the Public Service Resourcing System. Following are some of the benefits associated with applying on line:
- Applicants can create a profile and a resume that can be used when applying for other processes without having to recreate a new application each time.
- Applicants can modify their application/resume at any time BEFORE the closing date indicated on the job advertisement.
- Applicants can verify the status of their applications, at any time.
- Applicants can be notified electronically of tests or interviews and results.
- For some jobs, applicants will find important information, namely the job questionnaire and a complete statement of merit criteria that are only available when applying on-line. To submit an application online, please select the button "Apply Online" below.

7) All results and invitations for interview/written assessment will be sent electronically. We request therefore that you include a valid electronic address (e-mail address) when you apply and make sure this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.