English Language Training Drop-In Facilitator

The ELT Facilitator position is an out-of-scope position responsible for facilitating listening and speaking activities that will support newcomers as they practice and enrich their English language skills, in a welcoming and comfortable group environment.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitate conversation and assist learners to gain more confidence in general communications including, but not limited to settlement, living in Canada, interacting with others, employment, Canadian History, Government, banking, healthcare, housing, volunteerism, and family
• Ensure that all conversation is relevant to the learners situation, and that the experience of the learner is respected and valued
• Recognize that participants may have experienced trauma in the past and be willing to offer support and/or resources as needed
• Engage learners in learning activities designed to strengthen ties to work and/or career development
• Ensure that learners actively participate by choosing what they want to know and learn
• Focus conversation and learning into five key areas: confidence building, improvement of pronunciation and emphasis, vocabulary Builders, life skills, and cross-cultural competency
• Manage the learning environment so it is welcoming and comfortable for all learners
• Facilitate learning activities that reflect the values, beliefs, needs and contributions of a culturally diverse community

EDUCATION

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Bachelor of Education, English, or Adult Education degree considered an asset
• Completion of CERTESL certificate or equivalent is considered an asset

EXPERIENCE

• ESL teaching and/or knowledge of different cultures or overseas experience will be considered assets
• Training or experience in adult education is considered an asset
• Work/Volunteer experience in group facilitation also an asset

FOR A COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION, go to www.carltontrailcollege.com/work-for-us.