French Language Assessor - Etobicoke, Canada - YMCA of Greater Toronto

YMCA of Greater Toronto

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Etobicoke, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Rate of Pay:
$43,000- Check out the YMCA's total compensation package

Location:
Multiple CLARS Site

Work Hours:
Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week

Employment Type:
Contract Salaried Full Time

Number of Vacancies: 01

Anticipated Start Date:
April 03, 2023

Deadline to Apply:
March 27, 2023

Be the Spark Join our passionate Language Assessment and Referral Team and help us to achieve great things in our community

The French Language Assessor is responsible for administering Batterie de tests de classement aux Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens (BTC-NCLC) assessment tool and referring newcomers to the most appropriate language training program funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development (MLTSD).

The Language Assessor works at following locations as a team member ensuring quality programming and service delivery, achievement of program goals and establishment and nurturing of effective working relationships within the program, the Association and the community.

In this role, you will:

Screen clients' immigration status eligibility for placement in IRCC and MLTSD funded language training.
Administer Batterie de tests de classement aux Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens according to principles outlined in the initial training and according to the YMCA, IRCC and MCCSS policies and standards.
Refer clients to the most appropriate language training providers based on Canadian Language Benchmarks/Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens, the national placement grid and individual client needs.
Rerefer clients whose needs have changed since initial assessment.
Provide language needs assessment information to clients.
Maintain accurate, uptodate client files and documentation using a shared database.
Prepare and submit statistics and program reports, as required, in a timely manner.
Maintain regular contact with CLIC FSL CLIC en ligne and other training providers and community partners thereby sharing program information with all interested parties.
Participate in volunteer supervision, staff meetings and professional development trainings as required.
Demonstrate appropriate behaviours in line with our Mission, Vision and Values as reflected in our YMCA competencies; takes a member focused approach to increase their understanding of programs offered across the Association. Represents the YMCA and the Association in a professional manner.
Understand the legal responsibilities and moral imperative to report suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services.
Understand the importance of the volunteer staff partnership and integrates the value of philanthropy and volunteerism in dealings with members, volunteers, donors and staff.
Perform other duties as assigned.

You bring:

Certificate in teaching French/FSL or equivalent and/or postsecondary education in a related field (e.g., French language and literature, linguistics, or modern languages) is mandatory.
Experience in teaching FSL to adults is mandatory (minimum 300 hours within the last 2 years in Canada)
Ability to comment orally and in writing in both Canadian official languages on the effectiveness of client's communication.
NCLC Booth camp training certificate is mandatory
Knowledge of CLB demonstrated through use of and/or participation in CLB workshops
Training in second language acquisition, sociocultural variables in language learning and the teaching of the four language skills.
Demonstrated bilingualism, verbal and written, in both Canadian official languages.
Theoretical understanding of and practical experience working with appropriate stages of the Canadian Language Benchmarks/Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens.
Knowledge of the settlement sector.
Excellent interview and assessment skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively prioritize responsibilities
Ability to work in an efficient manner both independently and as part of a team.
Welldeveloped interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, staff and volunteers.
Excellent written communication skills.
Experience and sensitivity in dealing with members of different cultural and racial backgrounds, including visible and nonvisible dimensions of diversity
Be very familiar with Zoom options (including but not limited to: scheduling meetings, sharing a screen, copypasting into chat, managing participants)
Be resourceful when problems occur on a website
Have experience with online selfdirected courses (such as courses on )
Must be able to work evenings, Saturdays or Sundays.
Flexibility regarding assigned work hours and locations.
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging