EAL and Newcomer Support Teacher (1 Position)
This is a full-time, permanent position. The EAL and Newcomer Divisional Support Teacher will work collaboratively with the family of schools to ensure appropriate educational programming is in place for all newcomer students. Reporting to and under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent of Anti‑Racism, Equity and Climate Justice, the teacher assists schools in establishing a supportive, culturally sensitive school experience, with high expectations on language development and enrichment for all students and their families.
Start Date: September 8, 2026
Responsibilities
- Work alongside classroom teachers in co‑planning instructions that are rich in content and aligned with the provincial EAL curriculum.
- Provide coaching and modeling of effective EAL instructional practices for teachers and school teams.
- Design and deliver professional development to school leadership teams and instructional staff in the development of EAL instruction and assessment strategies.
- Support instructional staff in designing learning opportunities that are aligned with stages of language acquisition and proficiencies.
- Support and model instruction that is culturally responsive and reflective of student identities while aligning with the WSD strategic plan.
- Assist in collecting and analyzing data and developing Intensive Newcomer Services grant reports and budgets to inform better decision‑making in resource distribution.
- Engage with the superintendent team on information related to specific EAL programming.
- Track growth for students to ensure instruction is high‑quality and impactful.
- Collaborate with other divisional support staff and provincial staff in developing and implementing rich programming.
Qualifications
Professional Certification
Hold a valid Manitoba Permanent Professional Teaching Certificate, with demonstrated expertise in English as an Additional Language (EAL) education.
Provincial Curriculum & Policy Expertise
Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Manitoba Education policies and initiatives, including Citizenship and Youth programming, and deep understanding of the K–12 EAL Curriculum Framework and Literacy, Academics, and Language (LAL) approach to support multilingual learners.
Newcomer & EAL Program Experience
Proven experience supporting newcomer, refugee, and immigrant students, including knowledge of the EAL intake process, language assessment practices, and culturally responsive programming that reflects students’ strengths, identities, and lived experiences.
Instructional Leadership & Capacity Building
Demonstrated ability to lead and support school teams in implementing effective, inclusive, and equitable instructional practices for EAL learners, including coaching educators and supporting curricular planning.
Equity, Inclusion, and Decolonization
Strong commitment to inclusive education, anti‑racism, and decolonization practices, with the ability to design and support rich, culturally sustaining learning environments for diverse language learners, aligned with Truth and Reconciliation principles.
Collaboration & Partnership Development
Experience developing and sustaining partnerships with provincial, inter‑divisional, and community stakeholders, including settlement organizations, to enhance supports for newcomer students and families and assist with system navigation.
Student‑Centered & Strategic Alignment
Commitment to a student‑centered approach to language learning that values multilingualism and identity, including experience integrating students’ languages and cultures into instruction, and aligning programming with divisional strategic priorities (e.g., Winnipeg School Division strategic plan).
Employment Requirements
Employment is subject to a clear Child Abuse Registry check and Police Information Check.
Winnipeg School Division has an Employment Equity policy which strives for the removal of barriers to hiring, advancement, full inclusion, and fair representation of women, Indigenous peoples, 2SLGBTQQIA+ community, persons living with a disability, and racialized people at all levels within the organization. Preference will be given to qualified candidates self‑identifying as belonging to one of the Employment Equity groups.
Winnipeg School Division will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants disabled by barriers during the interview and assessment process, upon request.
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