2. Presenter
Frank Chu M.S.W. RSW CHRP
ISAP Community Relations Manager
Tel: (416)397-6530 / Frank.Chu@tcdsb.org
Website: www.tcdsb.org/adulted
3. TCDSB and Language Training
Serving a Multi-Ethnic 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
4. Canadian Language Benchmarks
(CLBs)
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
5. Canadian Language Benchmarks
(CLBs)
Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing
Example: CLB Level 6
Schematic Structure of the Canadian Language Benchmarks
7. Recommended CLB Levels
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
8. Program Planning
Classroom Needs Assessment
Needs Assessment Analysis
Long-Range Planning
Ongoing
Daily Lesson Planning
Process
Assessment and Evaluation
10. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. 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
14. TCDSB Publications
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
15. Ontario Skills Passport
Ontario Skills Passport
http://skills.edu.gov.on.ca/OSPWeb/jsp/login.jsp
The 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
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17. ESL (English as a Second Language)
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
18. ESL Registration
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
19. LINC Language Instruction for Newcomers
to Canada
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
20. CLB Levels for Occupation Specific
Programs/Job Interview
Minimum CLB 4 for occupation specific programs
Some programs may require a higher level
Minimum CLB 5 for a job interview
21. Accounting and Computer Skills
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
22. Retail and Customer Service 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
23. Language Upgrading for Internationally
Trained Teachers
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
24. Hospital Volunteer English Language
Training Program
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
25. Specialized Language Training
Pre-requisites CLB 3-6
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
26. Enhanced Language Training for ESL
Instructors
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
Starting Apr. 2009; 200 hours of in-class training
25 hours of work placement
Bridge to work component in a Canadian ESL classroom
10 hours of professional development
Sector specific language upgrading
Development of oral, written and socio-cultural skills
27. Immigrant Settlement and Adaptation
Program (ISAP)
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)
28. 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
29. Academic Preparation
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
30. Additional Programs
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
31. Thank You!
Thank you for your attention. If you have any
questions in the future, please contact:
Frank Chu (416) 397-6530