Integrative Language Training for Newcomers

OCASI Professional Development ConferenceNovember 4, 2009

Frank Chu M.S.W. RSW CHRP

ISAP Community Relations Manager

Tel: (416)397-6530 / Frank.Chu@tcdsb.org

Website: www.tcdsb.org/adulted

Presenter

Serving a multi-ethnic & multi-faith Community Quality Programs with Professional Instructors and Program

Standards The Toronto Catholic District School Board has an integrative

and comprehensive approach for adult learners: Variety of Programs and Locations Program-Wide Settlement Services available on sites

TCCDSB and Language Training

National standard for designing curricula, program planning,

lesson planning, teaching and evaluation CLB posters foster learning and to track student progress Stage 1 Basic I CLB 1,2

Basic II CLB 3,4 Stage 2 Intermediate I CLB 5,6

Intermediate II CLB 7,8 Stage 3 Advanced I CLB 9,10

Advanced II CLB 11,12

Canadian Language Benchmarks

(CLBs)

Speaking, Listening, Reading and WritingExample: CLB Level 6Schematic Structure of the Canadian Language Benchmarks

Canadian Language Benchmarks

(CLBs)

Canadian Language Benchmarks

(CLBs)

Minimum CLB 5 for TCDSB Adult Education job specific

programs CLB 8/9 to pass the TOEFL test CLB 6 for a job interview For more information on CLBs or to purchase CLB posters,

visit www.language.ca

Recommended CLB Levels

Classroom Needs Assessment Needs Assessment Analysis Long-Range Planning Daily Lesson Planning Assessment and Evaluation

Program Planning

Ongoing Process

Classroom Needs Assessment Illustrated assessment for lower benchmarks Questionnaire for higher benchmarks Classroom assessment activities

Needs Assessment Analysis Needs Assessment Summary Chart

Program Planning

Long Range Planning Program goals Program objectives Units and topics Topic-based outcomes or CLB competencies Language: vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation Computer skills (if applicable) Community connection Resources

Program Planning

Lesson Planning Unit and topic Objective(s) Topic-based outcomes or CLB competencies Language, computer skills, community connection Materials/resources Procedures/tasks Assessment strategies/task

Program Planning

Assessment and Evaluation Competency Checklists for Planning and Evaluation Assessment tasks Assessment Task Performance Chart Instructor Program Evaluation Checklist Learner Self-Evaluation Student On-going Evaluation/Monitoring

Program Planning

Program Supervision

Location Support & Monitoring Staff Support & Supervision Classroom Appearance, Resources/Material,

Methodology/Planning, Learner Participation, Documentation,

Professional Conduct and Growth, Program Management,

Health and Safety, Outreach, Housekeeping

Curriculum documents and resources The 2003 Adult ESL Curriculum Guidelines The Citizenship Curriculum Guidelines, Canadian Language

Benchmark Edition The Program Planner – full-time CLB 5-7, part-time CLB 1-2,

part-time CLB 2-3, part-time CLB 3-4 with a focus on reading

and writing Beyond the Textbook II and III

TCDSB Publications

Ontario Skills Passporthttp://skills.edu.gov.on.ca/OSPWeb/jsp/login.jspThe Ontario Skills Passport (OSP) provides clear descriptions

of the Essential Skills and work habits important for work,

learning and life. Essential Skills are used in virtually all

occupations and are transferable from school to work, job to

job and sector to sector. Video Sample

Ontario Skills Passport

Eligibility – all immigrants 18 years of age and older Refugee claimants, convention refugees, permanent

residents

(landed immigrants) and Canadian citizens Not for speakers of English or French as a first language Visitors - $6.00 per hour

ESL (English as a Second Language)

No registration fees (exceptions: COSTI, CICS and Skills for

Change) on site registration 2 documents required – proof of status and proof of residency

(one must be a photo ID) On site assessment using a CLB referenced assessment tool

followed by CLB placement Provincially funded – Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration,

Ontario

ESL Registration

Eligibility: permanent residents (landed immigrants) and

convention refugees) Registration: YMCA referral form; no registration fee Assessment: YMCA- uses Canadian Language Benchmark

Placement Test (CLBPT) Funding: federal – Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) Free child minding service : 18 months to 6 years

LINC Language Instruction for Newcomersto Canada

Minimum CLB 4 for occupation specific programs Some programs may require a higher level Minimum CLB 5 for a job interview Provincially funded – Ministry of Citizenship and

Immigration, Ontario

CLB Levels for Occupation SpecificPrograms/Job Interview

Pre-requisites: CLB 5/6, keyboarding @ 25 wpm 14 week program; registration fee; $40.00 Immigrants who speak English as a Second Language (same

criterion for all programs) Little accounting or office experience Development of English language and communication skills

through the study of accounting principles, computer skills and

work search strategies

Accounting and Computer Skills

pre-requisites: CLB 6-7 10 week program; registration fee; $40.00 Improve English communication for retail Develop corporate terminology Learn conflict resolution skills Develop a service management strategy to ensure service

quality 6 week placement following the course at a Hudson’s Bay

store, Zellers or Home Outfitters

Retail and Customer Service Skills

Pre-requisites: CLB 7, landed immigrant, convention refugee

or

Canadian citizen 11 weeks Part 1; 14 weeks Part 2; part-time program Preparation to pass the language proficiency test Interest in further language development Elementary and secondary system in Ontario Parent/teacher interviews

Language Upgrading for Internationally

Trained Teachers

Pre-requisites: CLB 4, information session, interview with

volunteer coordinator, police check, TB test and CLB testing Free; 2 sessions September-December and February-May 21/2 days of classroom instruction (M. W. Th. A.m.) 1 day of volunteering (Tues.) at Toronto East General Hospital Physiological systems Communication skills with staff and patients Volunteer responsibilities – asking and offering assistance

Hospital Volunteer English Language

Training Program

Pre-requisites CLB 4+ Focus on language skills necessary for childcare or home

healthcare Prior learning assessment and individualized career path Fee; part-time classes Day, evening and Saturday classes available Development of additional language skills needed for these

areas

Specialized Language Training

Funding: federal – Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC)Higher level language skill acquisition (CLB 7-10)Sector and job specific language upgradingprovide bridge-to-work assistance, including mentoring, work

placement and other assistance in accessing the labour

market

Enhanced Language Training

Pre-requisites: CLB 7 in all 4 skill areas; preferably a

foreign– trained language teacher; landed immigrant or

convention refugee Prior learning assessment and individualized career path 200 hours of in-class training 25 hours of work placement Bridge to work component in a Canadian ESL classroom 10 hours of professional developmentDevelopment of oral, written and socio-cultural skills

Enhanced Language Training for ESL

Instructors

Free Newcomer Services: Support and counselling, Information &

Workshops, Interpretation / Translation, Assistance with Forms &

Applications Settlement Services Covering: Health, Housing, Child Care,

Education, Employment, Social Benefits & More! Service is provided for more than 20 languages 4 self-access resource centres Funding: Federal – Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC)

Immigrant Settlement and Adaptation Program (ISAP)

Services are offered for different TCDSB Adult Education

Program locations (416)397-6600 (Toronto Central & North/West) (416)397-6515 (Scarborough & Toronto North/East) (416)397-6669 (Etobicoke & Toronto South/West) (416)397-6540 (Toronto Downtown & South/East) Website: www.tcdsb.org/adulted click on ISAP

Immigrant Settlement and Adaptation Program (ISAP)

Pre-requisites: various CLB levels Full-time or part-time (day), evening or weekend; free Pronunciation English for Academic Purposes Listening and Speaking with a Business Focus Academic Reading and Writing ibTOEFL/IELTS preparation

Academic Preparation

ESL literacy – only for ESL learners Literacy and Basic Skills (LBS); for English speaking learners

or ESL learners with a CLB 5+ level Citizenship classes

Additional Programs

Thank you for your attention. If you have any

questions in the future, please contact:

Frank Chu (416) 397-6530

Thank You!