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We are a community of ESL language teachers from around the globe who share our home-made teaching materials!
It's for all ESL teachers, whether teaching in schools or doing one-on-one tutoring.
We believe in sharing, so it's completely free to use.
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Upload your work in MS Word .doc format.
Meet teachers from around the world.
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No matter how small your contribution is, it may be just what another teacher in another country needs.
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Bless up,
The iSLCollective Team
Quick search of ISL worksheets
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Skills
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Material Types
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Saturday, November 20, 2010
Saturday, October 02, 2010
ESL Coordinator in Edmonton Alberta
Job Title: ESL Coordinator
Job Type: Full Time
Job Category: Education
Industry: Education
Date Posted: Sep 27, 2010
Location: Edmonton, AB, CANADA;
School: NorQuest College
Faculty: English Language and Intercultural Education
NorQuest College is searching for leaders who will help us meet and exceed the expectations of our students, staff and the community. Join NorQuest College as we continue in our journey to becoming an institution of choice for an expanding and diverse population of lifelong learners.
The Faculty of English Language and Intercultural Education provides foundational language and literacy education serving learners that have English as a second language and those that have literacy needs.
NorQuest College prepares students for further education, career training and the workplace. Graduates from this division often continue at NorQuest College and are found in all levels of Academic Upgrading, integrated programs, Health and Business Careers.
Our mission is to deliver the highest quality programs that prepare students to attain their full potential in English language, foundational academic skills and employment preparation so that they can realize their goals.
Consider this exciting opportunity to provide day-to-day operational and business academic leadership for multiple programs, manage faculty and staff within the unit and provide future program direction. In this role you will use your exceptional cooperation and communication skills to establish a positive, constructive team environment that supports students, college faculty, and staff. You will engage all faculty and staff as active participants in an innovative, creative learning environment that is built upon teaching excellence towards achieving NorQuest College’s vision.
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS:
Program Maintenance and Development: Develop new programs from business plans and proposals, external approvals, advisory boards and from budgets. Must have an understanding of; College and divisional policies and procedures, project management, curriculum development, supervisory and administrative processes, marketing, piloting of programs, student characteristics and applicable ethics policies. Will be responsible for ensuring that department feedback, issues, and concerns are communicated to the department staff and the Dean.
Faculty and Staff Support: Recruitment, orientation, evaluation and professional development of staff and faculty. As a faculty member you will ensure that all program/development faculty and staff are engaged as active participants in ensuring that goals and objectives are realized and that an effective learning environment is maintained through innovation, creativity, and teaching excellence. You will provide faculty evaluation in a manner that complies with all instructor performance indicators.
Student Success: Providing leadership to promote a climate of continuous learning, student development, and student success. Developing and implementing recruitment and retention strategies, providing input to awards/scholarships to recognize student success.
Internal and External Liaison:
• Internal: Liaising with all college services and departments to design and implement business processes. Coordinating departmental communication with college committees and facilitating program faculty participation on college committees.
• External: Acting as the contact person for consultation with relevant regulatory and professional associations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Master’s degree in adult education or TESL.
• Considerable experience in administration and in teaching ESL and literacy in a post-secondary environment required.
• Equivalencies will be considered.
Knowledge of:
• Current best practices in ESL, and adult learning principles.
• Advanced knowledge and proficiency with the Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB’s) specializing in implementation and assessment.
• Trends and patterns with policy and target groups related to immigration and labour market.
• ESL/ Adult classroom instruction and management.
• Business practices, marketing, team building, organizing time, managing, leading, etc.
SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience
Due to position requirements candidates must be prepared to undergo a current criminal record check upon request.
CLOSING DATE: Open until suitable candidate is selected.
TO APPLY: If you meet the requirements of this position and wish to apply please apply at www.norquest.ca or email your resume and cover letter to Melissa Santoro, HR Recruitment Advisor at Melissa.Santoro@norquest.ca
Job Type: Full Time
Job Category: Education
Industry: Education
Date Posted: Sep 27, 2010
Location: Edmonton, AB, CANADA;
School: NorQuest College
Faculty: English Language and Intercultural Education
NorQuest College is searching for leaders who will help us meet and exceed the expectations of our students, staff and the community. Join NorQuest College as we continue in our journey to becoming an institution of choice for an expanding and diverse population of lifelong learners.
The Faculty of English Language and Intercultural Education provides foundational language and literacy education serving learners that have English as a second language and those that have literacy needs.
NorQuest College prepares students for further education, career training and the workplace. Graduates from this division often continue at NorQuest College and are found in all levels of Academic Upgrading, integrated programs, Health and Business Careers.
Our mission is to deliver the highest quality programs that prepare students to attain their full potential in English language, foundational academic skills and employment preparation so that they can realize their goals.
Consider this exciting opportunity to provide day-to-day operational and business academic leadership for multiple programs, manage faculty and staff within the unit and provide future program direction. In this role you will use your exceptional cooperation and communication skills to establish a positive, constructive team environment that supports students, college faculty, and staff. You will engage all faculty and staff as active participants in an innovative, creative learning environment that is built upon teaching excellence towards achieving NorQuest College’s vision.
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS:
Program Maintenance and Development: Develop new programs from business plans and proposals, external approvals, advisory boards and from budgets. Must have an understanding of; College and divisional policies and procedures, project management, curriculum development, supervisory and administrative processes, marketing, piloting of programs, student characteristics and applicable ethics policies. Will be responsible for ensuring that department feedback, issues, and concerns are communicated to the department staff and the Dean.
Faculty and Staff Support: Recruitment, orientation, evaluation and professional development of staff and faculty. As a faculty member you will ensure that all program/development faculty and staff are engaged as active participants in ensuring that goals and objectives are realized and that an effective learning environment is maintained through innovation, creativity, and teaching excellence. You will provide faculty evaluation in a manner that complies with all instructor performance indicators.
Student Success: Providing leadership to promote a climate of continuous learning, student development, and student success. Developing and implementing recruitment and retention strategies, providing input to awards/scholarships to recognize student success.
Internal and External Liaison:
• Internal: Liaising with all college services and departments to design and implement business processes. Coordinating departmental communication with college committees and facilitating program faculty participation on college committees.
• External: Acting as the contact person for consultation with relevant regulatory and professional associations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Master’s degree in adult education or TESL.
• Considerable experience in administration and in teaching ESL and literacy in a post-secondary environment required.
• Equivalencies will be considered.
Knowledge of:
• Current best practices in ESL, and adult learning principles.
• Advanced knowledge and proficiency with the Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB’s) specializing in implementation and assessment.
• Trends and patterns with policy and target groups related to immigration and labour market.
• ESL/ Adult classroom instruction and management.
• Business practices, marketing, team building, organizing time, managing, leading, etc.
SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience
Due to position requirements candidates must be prepared to undergo a current criminal record check upon request.
CLOSING DATE: Open until suitable candidate is selected.
TO APPLY: If you meet the requirements of this position and wish to apply please apply at www.norquest.ca or email your resume and cover letter to Melissa Santoro, HR Recruitment Advisor at Melissa.Santoro@norquest.ca
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Profile Example for Business English Teacher
Profile Example for Business English Teacher
English Language Communication Skills Trainer
Many international managers now have to travel and electronically communicate directly with customers, suppliers, project and venture partners in English. Much of this communication is less efficient and effective when English is the third or fourth language and the nuances of the language are not transmitted.
The best method of learning business English communication skills in a confidential and efficient format to suit today's busy international business executives is with a skilled and experienced private business English teacher.
We can provide business English for international executives, managers, entrepreneurs and business owners interested in upgrading their business English skills for advertising, sales, marketing and public relations - presentations, news, press releases, reports and negotiations.
English Language and Communication Skills for International Executives
Business English pronunciation and accent reduction
Business English conversation skills for informal small groups
Business English listening skills including telephone skills
Business English reading comprehension and reading strategies
Formal and informal business English writing skills
Cultural awareness for "Western Style" business
Business English for interviews with customers, suppliers, employees
Business English for negotiations, discussions and explanations
Business English sales presentation skills, including public speaking
Business English idioms, slang, jargon and expressions
Work Experience
International experience in Canada, USA, Mexico, Korea and China
12 years Investment experience: RR, Director, Project Manager
19 years full and part time teaching experience at all levels.
Education
CSC, CPH, Options, NYSE, NASD Investment Industry certifications
OTC and Ontario Ministry of Education - Certification
BA and BEd University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada
Diploma, University of Toronto, Business Communications
Diploma Phase 1, Trust Institute Employee Benefits certification
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English Language Communication Skills Trainer
Many international managers now have to travel and electronically communicate directly with customers, suppliers, project and venture partners in English. Much of this communication is less efficient and effective when English is the third or fourth language and the nuances of the language are not transmitted.
The best method of learning business English communication skills in a confidential and efficient format to suit today's busy international business executives is with a skilled and experienced private business English teacher.
We can provide business English for international executives, managers, entrepreneurs and business owners interested in upgrading their business English skills for advertising, sales, marketing and public relations - presentations, news, press releases, reports and negotiations.
English Language and Communication Skills for International Executives
Business English pronunciation and accent reduction
Business English conversation skills for informal small groups
Business English listening skills including telephone skills
Business English reading comprehension and reading strategies
Formal and informal business English writing skills
Cultural awareness for "Western Style" business
Business English for interviews with customers, suppliers, employees
Business English for negotiations, discussions and explanations
Business English sales presentation skills, including public speaking
Business English idioms, slang, jargon and expressions
Work Experience
International experience in Canada, USA, Mexico, Korea and China
12 years Investment experience: RR, Director, Project Manager
19 years full and part time teaching experience at all levels.
Education
CSC, CPH, Options, NYSE, NASD Investment Industry certifications
OTC and Ontario Ministry of Education - Certification
BA and BEd University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada
Diploma, University of Toronto, Business Communications
Diploma Phase 1, Trust Institute Employee Benefits certification
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Blog URL: http://teachenglishblog.blogspot.com/
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