Second Language Training Advisor (French or English)

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

Duties

• Offer an in-house program for teaching, development and follow-up on French or English as a second language and other course arrangements
• Analyze the specific requirements relating to learning and training follow-up
• Design, develop and supply products and services relating to second language learning, development and follow-up
• Assess the language proficiency and progress of learners
• Offer advice to learners based on periodic language tests
• Consult with and inform the learners and share information with them in order to create and populate their academic record
• Assess and validate the second language training programs, products and services and their results and submit any changes
• Develop and deliver presentations on the services offered under the in-house program
• Advise, guide and coach learners who receive continuous training from private-sector or government sources

Work environment

To support all phases of the production, processing and marketing of agricultural, food and organic products, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) works closely with farmers, food producers and processors. Our policies, programs, research and technology help them succeed in Canadian and global markets. Working for us also means being part of a team that strives for excellence.

Our offices are located at 1341 Baseline Road, at the corner of Baseline and Merivale, close to shopping, restaurants, bus routes and green spaces for walking and cycling. The site offers many amenities, including a fitness centre, quiet room, cafeteria, and reasonably-priced parking.

As one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, AAFC is proud to celebrate our achievement in creating a diverse, respectful, and positive workplace where all employees are valued and recognized for their unique qualities, ideas, voices and perspectives.

Intent of the process

A pool of qualified individuals will be established and used to fill bilingual positions located in Ottawa.

If you are an employee of the public service of Canada and are qualified within this process, you may be considered for acting, assignment, secondment or deployment opportunities, upon approval by the manager.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION:
Graduation with a degree from a recognized university with acceptable specialization in education, linguistics or a field relating to teaching.

Note:
Candidates must always have a degree. The courses for the specialization must be acceptable and may have been taken at a recognized post-secondary institution, but not necessarily within a degree program in the required specialization. The specialization may also be obtained through an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE:
• Recent and significant experience (at least 2 years) acquired within the past 5 years in teaching English or French as a second language to adult learners
• Experience using a wide range of teaching methods and various relevant methodologies
• Experience in supervising learners’ progress and guiding them towards the achievement of their goals

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

EDUCATION:
• Graduate degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in a field related to the position
• Complementary studies in second language education for adults

EXPERIENCE:
• Experience in developing and implementing a language training program in a government context
• Experience teaching English or French as a second language to adult learners working in the federal public service
• Experience teaching using technology (virtual or online teaching)
• Experience in one-on-one training
• Experience in developing teaching materials

Degree equivalency

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Various language requirements
You must be able to work in English AND French (reading, writing and speaking). The required level of first language proficiency, PPP level, will be evaluated by the assessment committee.

Bilingual imperative – BBB/PPP
Bilingual imperative – PPP/BBB
Bilingual imperative – PPP/PPP

Information on language requirements

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE:
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of adult education as they apply to second language teaching
• Knowledge of the methods and criteria used for second language evaluation in the Public Service

ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES :
• Demonstrating integrity and respect – Serving through integrity and respect
• Thinking things through – Innovating through analysis and ideas
• Maintaining interpersonal relationships – Working effectively with people, organizations and partners
• Excellence through results – Succeeding through work, relationships and responsibilities

ESSENTIAL ABILITIES:
• Ability to determine the language training needs of a learner (public servant)
• Ability to plan, organize, and deliver second language training to adult learners
• Ability to provide feedback in a continuous learning context

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Willingness to work overtime.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

ASSESSEMENT INFORMATION

You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

Various assessment tools may be used, such as, standardized tests, interviews, references, board member knowledge, etc.

All communication relating to this process, including email correspondence may be used in the assessment of qualifications.

A random or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

Appointment decisions may be based on one or more of the following criteria:
- Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the strengths and weaknesses of the work team.
- Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the specific duties of the position being staffed.
- Depth, breadth, type of work-specific experience.
- Level/degree of one or more competencies/qualifications.

A test may be administered.

An interview may be administered.

Reference checks may be sought.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Asset qualifications may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

APPLICATION & CORRESPONDENCE INFORMATION

Applications submitted by email will not be accepted. You must apply on-line through www.jobs.gc.ca.

Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line are asked to contact 1-800-645-5605.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.

Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email).

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.