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Ahoura Shojaeifard
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Dedicated English as Second Language (ESL) Instructor with over 5 years of experience supporting adult learners and newcomers in diverse educational settings. Holds a master’s degree in Linguistics and TESL certifications. Expertise in curriculum design, PBLA/CLB-aligned assessment, and integrated academic skills instruction. Strong background in student advising, program coordination, and collaboration with institutional stakeholders.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
ESL/LINC Instructor
POLYCULTURAL IMMIGRANT & COMMUNITY SERVICES
Scarborough, Canada
03.2024 - Current
- Design and implement lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments aligned with Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) and PBLA requirements.
- Deliver adult English language instruction in multi-level classroom settings using communicative and learner-centered methodologies.
- Teach academic and workplace-focused language skills, including presentations, reading comprehension, writing development, and listening strategies.
- Conduct ongoing learner assessments, maintaining accurate student attendance and documentation to track progress effectively.
- Provide individual learner support and academic guidance, monitoring progress to enhance student success and engagement.
- Integrate educational technology and online platforms into instruction, facilitating blended learning experiences.
- Support learners’ understanding of Canadian academic, workplace, and social culture.
- Participate actively in curriculum discussions, faculty meetings, and institutional professional development initiatives.
ESL/LINC Instructor
COSTI IMMIGRANT SERVICES
Vaughan, Canada
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Designed and delivered PBLA-aligned instruction for Levels 1–2, incorporating task-based and real-world learning activities.
- Developed module plans, assessments, and structured learning pathways to support skill progression.
- Conducted learner needs assessments and student conferences, routinely evaluating individual learning plans to tailor support.
- Fostered inclusive classroom environments that engaged students and promoted cultural integration.
- Maintained accurate e-portfolios, progress reports, and attendance records to track student progress.
- Utilized Avenue.ca, Zoom, and digital tools to support hybrid delivery.
ESL/LINC Instructor (P/T)
POLYCULTURAL IMMIGRANT & SETTLEMENT SERVICES
Scarborough, Canada
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Developed and delivered instructional sessions that enhanced English language acquisition and facilitated settlement integration.
- Prepared instructional materials, assessments, and long-range lesson plans aligned with CLB competencies.
- Supported learner success through continuous assessment, individualized feedback, and academic progress monitoring.
- Created inclusive classroom environments that fostered engagement and supported students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
- Collaborated with instructional teams to share best practices and enhance teaching strategies during faculty meetings and professional learning activities.
ESL/ Instructor
INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY OF CANADA (ILAC)
Toronto, Canada
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Delivered ESL instruction to international students, enhancing their academic and professional readiness in Canada.
- Taught integrated academic skills, including academic writing, speaking, pronunciation, grammar, reading, listening, presentations, and vocabulary development.
- Designed and facilitated engaging lessons that promoted post-secondary readiness and developed critical thinking and academic communication skills.
- Utilized communicative and task-based teaching methodologies to support academic and real-world language use.
- Integrated digital learning tools and multimedia resources into classroom instruction, significantly boosting student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Adapted instructional strategies and classroom activities to accommodate diverse proficiency levels and learning styles.
- Assessed learner progress through assignments, presentations, classroom participation, and ongoing formative evaluation.
- Supported international students in developing confidence, academic readiness, and successful adaptation to Canadian educational environments.
ESL Tutor K-12
Toronto International Collegiate
12.2019 - 12.2022
- Developed tailored lesson plans for diverse English language learners.
- Facilitated engaging classroom discussions to enhance student participation.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and provided actionable feedback to support language development.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach English as a Second Language to adult students.
- Advised parents on strategies to effectively support their children's English language acquisition and proficiency.
- Encouraged students' active participation in class discussions by providing thought-provoking questions.
- Organized cultural events that facilitated language immersion and fostered community engagement among students and families.
ESL Tutor/ Adults and K-12
Academy for Mathematics and English
Richmond Hill, Ontario
06.2019 - 11.2019
- Delivered individualized instruction and support to ESL learners in grammar, pronunciation, writing, reading comprehension, and conversation, enhancing their language proficiency.
- Engaged with novice and advanced students to enhance their language skills and techniques, promoting confidence in their English abilities.
- Fostered an engaging learning environment through diverse techniques including role-playing activities, games, and multimedia presentations, increasing student participation.
- Implemented interactive activities to promote vocabulary expansion and grammar understanding.
- Assessed student progress through tests and assessments; provided feedback on performance; adjusted teaching methods accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assessment scores and progress reports for each student.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach English as a Second Language to adult students.
Education
TESL Ontario Diploma & TESL Canada Diploma -
Canadian Centre for Language & Cultural Studies
Toronto, ONBSc degree - Pure Chemistry
Bu-Ali-Sina University
Hamedan, IranMA degree - Linguistics
Azad University
Tehran, IranSkills
- ESL Instruction (Literacy to Advanced)
- EAP Instruction (Foundation to Advanced)
- Formative/Summative Assessment
- Curriculum Development & Evaluation
- Assessment management
- Classroom & Student Engagement
- Digital & Blended Delivery
- Zoom
- Google Classroom
- MS Office Suite
- Digital Whiteboards
- LMS Platforms
- Records compliance
- Coordination & Scheduling Support
- Stakeholder liaison
- Student Engagement
- Avenueca
- LMS Platforms
Affiliations
- Member, Board of Directors at Large, TESL North York, 2026
- Member, Instructor Job Evaluation Team, Polycultural Immigrant & Community Services, 2025
Certification
- Portfolio-Based Language Assessment (PBLA) Certificate, Centre for Canadian Language Benchmarks, 2023
- LearnIT2Teach Avenue Stage II Certificate, New Language Solutions, 2023
- Ontario Certificate of Accreditation for Adult ESL (OCELT) Certificate, TESL Ontario, 2021
- International Certificate in Teaching English as an Additional Language (ICTEAL) Certificate, CCLCS, 2021
- Enhanced Language Training Certificate & Microsoft Office Suite Certificate, COSTI Immigrant Services, 2019
Primary Assets
- ESL Instruction (Literacy to Advanced)
- EAP Instruction (Foundation to Advanced)
- Classroom & Student Engagement
- Student Advisory & Post-Secondary Transition Support
- Formative/Summative Assessment
- Curriculum Development & Evaluation
- CLB/PBLA Assessment & E-Portfolio Management
- Academic Records, Attendance & Reporting Compliance
- Coordination & Scheduling Support
- Digital & Blended Delivery
- Stakeholder Liaison (Faculty, Student Services)
- Student Engagement
- Bilingual: English/Farsi
- Avenue.ca, Zoom, Google Classroom, MS Office Suite, Digital Whiteboards, LMS Platforms
Timeline
ESL/LINC Instructor
COSTI IMMIGRANT SERVICES
06.2024 - 06.2025
ESL/LINC Instructor
POLYCULTURAL IMMIGRANT & COMMUNITY SERVICES
03.2024 - Current
ESL/LINC Instructor (P/T)
POLYCULTURAL IMMIGRANT & SETTLEMENT SERVICES
03.2023 - 04.2024
ESL/ Instructor
INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY OF CANADA (ILAC)
01.2021 - 06.2023
ESL Tutor K-12
Toronto International Collegiate
12.2019 - 12.2022
ESL Tutor/ Adults and K-12
Academy for Mathematics and English
06.2019 - 11.2019
TESL Ontario Diploma & TESL Canada Diploma -
Canadian Centre for Language & Cultural Studies
BSc degree - Pure Chemistry
Bu-Ali-Sina University
MA degree - Linguistics
Azad University