TESL Job Opportunities in Nova Scotia

TESL Nova Scotia bears no responsibility for the authenticity of these job offers; a listing does not imply the endorsement of TESL NS. Job notices are accepted only for Nova Scotia schools offering ESL/EFL jobs of potential interest to ESL teachers in Nova Scotia.

Please note that some schools in Nova Scotia now require TESL Canada certification for job applicants. For information on TESL Canada certification, email TESL Canada.

To submit job postings, contact the TESL NS at teslnovascotia@gmail.com.

Apex Language & Career College is a private language school specializing in preparing international students for university entrance. We are always accepting resume for EAP teaching position. The suitable candidate should have the following qualifications:

A bachelor's degree in applied linguistics, education, or other appropriate discipline
ESL teaching qualifications that are recognized by TESL Canada
Native language proficiency in English, excellent verbal and written skills
Minimum two years of experience teaching ESL/EAP
Some professional work experience outside Canada preferred
Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills, and demonstrated excellence in teaching
Love of teaching and willingness to go the extra mile to help students
Ability to work independently and as a team member

Please submit your resume to info@alcc.ca

Dalhousie, College of Continuing Education is always interested in receiving resumes. Instructors must have the following:

A graduate degree in a related discipline such as TESL/TESOL, Applied Linguistics, or Cultural Studies with a TESOL focus.
Certification from a recognized TESL/TESOL training program
Minimum of 5 years experience in teaching academic English with a preference given to those with experience teaching academic English in the university environment
Preference is given to those with international teaching experience

Resumes should be sent to:
Mary Meidell, Director
ESL Programs, College of Continuing Education
mary.meidell@dal.ca

Immigrant Settlement & Integration Services (ISIS) is a non-profit organization committed to supporting the language learning goals of newcomers. In a creative and respectful environment, ISIS strives to provide quality and effective learning opportunities to promote the active participation of newcomers in the community. ISIS offers different language learning programs for newcomers.

In the LINC program there are classes for newcomers with basic literacy needs and classes ranging from levels 1 to 5 for learning basic life skills, Canadian culture and language.
The Labour Market Language program addresses the needs of newcomer professionals with a variety of courses such as English for Work and Business, and English for International Educated Healthcare Professionals, among others.
English in the Workplace instructors provide newcomers with on-the-job language training in cooperation with the newcomer's employer.
ISIS also hires substitute ESL teachers for some of these programs.

Job opportunities are often available at ISIS. Please check the careers tab of the ISIS website to see current openings.

The St. Mary's University TESL Centre is always accepting resumes for teaching positions. Instructors should have, at minimum, the following qualifications and experience:

a Masters degree in TESL/TEFL or an MA in Applied Linguistics
at least two years experience in teaching ESL or EFL (one of these years should be in an Intensive English Program)
some professional work experience outside Canada preferred
an understanding of the issues and pedagogical practices associated with teaching English for Academic Purposes and/or content-based ESL; ideally with experience in teaching EAP in a university environment
native-like proficiency in English
excellent verbal and written skills
a record of recent professional development activity such as publications and conference presentations
excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills
demonstrated excellence in teaching
an ability to work as part of a team
ESL teaching qualifications that are recognized by TESL Canada

All resumes must be sent by e-mail as an attachment to:

Michael Armour
Director
TESL Centre
Saint Mary's University
Halifax, NS B3H 3C3

michael.armour@smu.ca

ECSL is looking for energetic, experienced ESL/EFL teachers who meet the following criteria:

At least 2 years ESL/EFL adult teaching experience
CELTA/Trinity or other recognized qualification
Ability to be a team player
Excellent communication skills
Genuine interest in and concern for ESL/EFL students
Business and/or academic teaching experience are definite assets
International teaching experience
Cross-cultural awareness

Please email your resume to: info@ecslcanada.com, ATTN: Director of Studies.

Or mail to:

Director of Studies
East Coast School of Languages
1256 Barrington Street
Halifax, NS B3J 1Y6