English for Foreign-trained Teachers

Free program

LEARN advanced communication skills while developing Canadian experience using the language of teaching.

Topics covered include:

Job Search Tools

• help with resume writing, cover letters and interviews
• job search techniques; cold calling, NETWORKING and mock interviews
• workplace communication, and labour market trends

Transferable Skills

• critical thinking, problem solving, team work and diversity
• improve CONFIDENCE to begin the practice of teaching in Ontario

Professional Skills

• classroom management skills
• build confident presentation skills
• understanding technology in the classroom

English Skills

• enhance employability through English
• learn Board specific language, jargon and a vocabulary relevant to TEACHING
• improve conversational English proficiency

Graduates have been hired by:

Peel District School Board

York Region Catholic School Board

YMCA of Greater Toronto

Paralegal firm

To register   

By phone: 905-791-6700, press 1 – ext. 6404

By email: poonam.guleria@peelsb.com

Program start date: Monday, April 22,  2013

Classes are at: Morning Star Middle School, 3131 Morning Star Road, Mississauga

Mondays to Fridays: In-class instruction ( 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.), Volunteer placement - optional (12:30 to 3 p.m.)