Temporary Linc/esl/fsl Coordinator

**Position**: Temporary Coordinator, LINC/ESL/FSL

**Salary**: Band 5 - $36.50 - $ 43.53 + 4% vacation pay

**Location**: Gary Allan Learning Centre - Continuing Education;
Milton Campus

**Work Schedule**: 15 hours/week; 11-month position

**Hours**: Evening Hours (Flexible Weekdays 5:00-8:00 pm)

Saturday (9:00 am - 12:00)

**Start Date**: As Soon As Possible - September 4, 2023

**Position Summary**:
Reporting to the Manager, Adult Languages Program, the Coordinator is responsible for assisting in the overall leadership and operation of the LINC/ESL/FSL program as it grows and develops across multiple locations in the Halton region. The incumbent will also assist in the development of the overall vision and strategic direction of the program, while building positive relationships with staff, instructors and regional partners, at large. The position will fully engage in various initiatives in support of language education & the integration of newcomer families into the community.

**Key Responsibilities**:
Supervise the day-to-day operations of the program staff, assist with emergent classroom/learner/instructor needs.

Deliver workshops to LINC/ESL & FSL instructors to support PBLA implementation in their own classroom

Meet one-on-one with teachers to discuss PBLA-related topics (includes CLB, Task-Based Instruction and Task-based Assessment) strategies/activities

Facilitate regular small group, informal discussions among instructors. Share & gather best practices.

Work with the manager to determine metrics (program goals/needs & enrolment statistics) to assist in the periodic review and annual program planning processes. Assist in developing new initiatives to address local labour market trends and gaps in service.

Monitor the CNC program & ensure compliance; regularly liaise with CMAS on matters pertaining to the CNC program.

In collaboration with manager and HDSB colleagues, develop and execute a marketing and communications plan to increase the visibility & awareness of HDSB’s language and settlement services, internally and externally

**Qualifications**:
A Bachelor’s degree in a related field, plus an OCELT certification.

Three years of experience in the field of LINC/ESL programs of which at least one includes supervising staff/instructors, scheduling classes, and coordinating some areas of the program budget.

Strong knowledge of IRCC- and MCCSS-funded programs, their mandate and reporting requirements. Working knowledge of HARTs and iCARE (data gathering and reporting tools).

Demonstrated knowledge of Portfolio Based Language Assessment (PBLA).

Excellent organizational, analytical and results-oriented thinking.

Experience working effectively in a multi-disciplinary and multicultural team environment.

Knowledge of the CNC program.

Ability to liaise with internal partners to identify and resolve issues relating to space or classroom usability, including ongoing technology improvements.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Proficiency in a range of office productivity software (e.g.,Excel, Word, Powerpoint, etc.)

Ability to collect and monitor information about program-related workflows and processes; develop, refine and recommend operations manual (e.g. standard operating procedures and processes) in support of daily operations.

Demonstrated experience in providing train-the-trainer support, e.g. PD workshops, team lead, etc. as asset

4:00pm on Thursday May 11, 2023

**Job Category**: Management & Professionals - Job Code # 3486889

First consideration for posted vacancies will be given to qualified applicants from the employee group in which the vacancy occurs.

**Equity**:
The Halton District School Board recognizes that, consistent with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, employment practices and procedures at all levels should reflect, demonstrate understanding of and respond to a diverse population. The Board is committed to providing a workplace environment that is fair and equitable to all.

In our efforts to ensure an inclusive, diverse and representative workforce, we will:
value, promote and encourage the hiring of staff from under-represented communities;
grant first consideration, where the skills, ability, and qualifications of the applicants are relatively equal, to applicants who self-identify as members of historically under-represented communities. Where a collective agreement or terms and conditions govern the hiring or promotional process, this will be done in a manner that is consistent with the School Board’s obligations.

**Applicant Self Identification Questions**:
As part of the recruitment and selection function, the HDSB will collect voluntary self identification data from applicants in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, HDSB’s Teacher Hiring Practices Administrative Procedure, HDSB’s Employment Equity P