Casual Trainer

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.

Join us in helping diverse Canadians and newcomers achieve their full potential!

Achev’s latest Impact Report:

Summary

The CLBPA is a comprehensive language assessment with in-person and remote processes designed for placement of eligible clients into government-funded language training classes. As the main language assessment used across the country, the CLBPA is an important first step for newcomers on their learning pathway. Working with the training team, the NLATS Casual Trainer will provide effective and measurable training, certification, recalibration and support on the CLBPA for language assessors. Candidates must be based in Ontario.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Attend online train-the-trainer sessions and team meetings
• Assist in preparation of training materials and collaborate with training team as needed
• Conduct engaging online training sessions for the administration of Streamlined CLBPA and CLBPA RWA
• Provide effective coaching and constructive feedback to trainees
• Co-facilitate CLBPA Recalibration sessions in Speaking and Writing
• Deliver individual support sessions as needed
• Complete comprehensive training reports following each session
• Work with the training team to provide unified responses to inquiries related to assessment tool construct, content, administration and scoring principles
• Assist with evaluating training effectiveness and recommend modifications to training model
• Assist with the production of training videos, including scriptwriting, onsite filming and identification of suitable video clips
• Participate in unit testing, as needed
• Other duties as assigned by Project Coordinator and/or Manager

Qualifications

• Successful completion of CLBPA Training; completion of Final Certification an asset
• In-depth knowledge and extensive experience working with the CLBPA tool and platform
• Demonstrated knowledge of adult language assessment in the sector
• Background in other CLB-based language assessments an asset (CLBA-LL, CLB-LPT, ELTPA, WLA, BTC, BTC-AMA)
• Previous experience as a trainer (1 year)
• Knowledge of language assessment processes in other provincial environments
• Recognized TESL Qualifications; TESL Ontario or TESL Canada accreditation
• Post-secondary degree in a related field and/or equivalent experience
• Thorough understanding of Canadian Language Benchmarks
• Knowledge of National Language Placement and Progression Guidelines
• Excellent presentation style and ability to communicate effectively
• Solid understanding 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 as well as with other facilitators
• Excellent communication skills in oral and written English
• Availability, flexibility and adaptability for multiple training sessions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, internet research
• Familiarity with electronic media (videoconferencing, Zoom, Teams, Tutela, Adobe Connect, webinar platforms for training purposes, Articulate)
• Ability to travel to different locations for onsite videotaping

Hourly rate: $33.46

This is a current vacancy. Please note that we use AI tools in our application screening process. All hiring decisions involve human review.

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