NLATS - Trainer - #182397

At Achev, we believe that everyone deserves an equal opportunity to build a better life and a successful future. For more than 30 years, we have dedicated ourselves to helping diverse Canadians and newcomers achieve their full potential. Today, we are one of the largest providers of employment, newcomer, language, and youth services in the Greater Toronto Area. Our dedicated team of nearly 400 staff delivers a wide range of innovative, high-quality, and personalized programs and services that empower our clients to prosper and our communities to thrive.We thrive in a OneAchev culture where collaboration and an integrated service delivery will positively impact Achev’s resiliency, agility, success, and growth.

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Summary

The CLBPA is a comprehensive CLB-based language assessment with in-person and remote processes designed for placement of eligible learners into government-funded language training classes. The CLBPA replaces the older tools as the main language assessment used across Canada. Working with the National Language Assessment Training and Support (NLATS) team, the Trainer will provide effective and measurable training, certification and support for language assessors on all delivery modes of the CLBPA.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Attend online train-the-trainer sessions and team meetings
• Assist in preparation of training materials, including constructing modules and designing courses
• Collaborate with training team as needed
• Deliver effective and measurable online training sessions for the administration of Streamlined CLBPA and CLBPA RWA
• Provide effective coaching and constructive feedback to trainees
• Facilitate support sessions and professional development workshops when required
• Complete comprehensive training reports following each session
• Work with the training team to provide a unified response to inquiries related to assessment tool construct, content, administration and scoring principles
• Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend modifications to training model
• Participate in the production of training videos, including scriptwriting, onsite filming and identification of suitable video clips
• Participate in UAT sessions, as needed
• Other duties as assigned by the ATDT Manager or Project Manager
  
  

Qualifications

• Certification, demonstrated knowledge of, and minimum of three (3) years’ experience in adult language assessment using CLBA and/or CLBPT
• Successful completion of CLBPA Training including Certification Part 1-3
• Successful completion of CLBPA Certification Part 4 an asset
• Certification in other CLB-based language assessments preferred (CLBA-LL, CLB-LPT, ELTPA, WLA, BTC, BTC-AMA)
• Post-secondary degree in a related field
• Recognized TESL Qualifications; TESL Canada or TESL Ontario Accreditation
• Previous experience as a trainer (2 years)
• Knowledge and experience in instructional design an asset
• Thorough understanding of Canadian Language Benchmarks
• Good understanding of National Language Placement and Progression Guidelines
• Excellent presentation style and ability to communicate effectively
• Solid grasp of group dynamics and adult learning principles
• Diplomacy in feedback provision and coaching
• Sensitivity to the diverse needs of adult learners
• Strong interpersonal, problem solving and organizational skills
• Ability to train independently
• Excellent communication skills in oral and written English
  
  

We’re looking to welcome people to our diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We especially welcome applications from members of racialized groups, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. So, if you’re excited about this role or another one, please apply on our website www.achev.ca