Daniel Green
Kelowna
Summary
Passionate and experienced IRCC language program lead, language educator, instructor trainer, and newcomer equity advocate with expertise in IRCC policy implementation, newcomer program management, instructor mentorship, and learner-program facilitation. Experience providing trauma-informed and culturally sensitive supports to adult and adolescent newcomers with varying language and literacy levels. A passionate, positive, and resilient program leader with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion within education.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IRCC LINC Language Programs Lead - Alberta
Alberta Association of Immigrant Serving Agencies (AAISA)
04.2021 - 10.2023
- Supported 40+ IRCC programs with training, innovation, resource development, and policy implementation.
- Liaised between IRCC funders, IRCC programs, community supports, and other stakeholders.
- Developed expertise with IRCC programming, funding mandates, governmental procedures, client needs and realities, and newcomer supports across IRCC.
- Organized and facilitated local, provincial, and federal-level engagement sessions, knowledge mobilizations, and policy reviews.
- Created, delivered, and facilitated professional development on EdTech, DEI, newcomer supports, and language-learning pedagogy.
- Presented research at national and regional language learning conferences.
- Designed and maintained multiple resource and directory webpages for use across the province.
Lead LINC Instructor and Instructor Trainer
Edmonton Catholic School District (ECSD)
09.2017 - 04.2022
- Nationally certified lead instructor, instructor trainer, and learning calibrator for newcomer LINC programs.
- Supported ECSD LINC teaching staff across 4 program sites with program evaluations, instructor training, curriculum implementation, resource development, teaching evaluations, and career growth monitoring.
- Organized cultural events promoting understanding of diverse backgrounds among the school community, fostering greater inclusivity within the school setting.
- Assisted instructors in locating, creating, and calibrating educational teaching materials while conducting.
- Facilitated professional development on language learning, online learning, lesson planning, and pedagogical theory.
- Conduced student learning plans and utilized goal-focused student learning plans.
- Evaluated curriculum materials critically for cultural sensitivity and relevance, ensuring that instructional resources reflected diverse perspectives.
- Developed strong rapport with newcomer students, fostering a positive learning environment that promoted academic growth in an inclusive environment.
- Maintained effective record keeping system for tracking learner attendance and IRCC-mandated program progress in learner-portfolios.
Graduate & Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
Faculty of Education – University of Alberta
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Designed syllabi, lectures, and delivered seminars to graduate and undergraduate practicum students
- Organized and observed in-class and eLearning practicum placements.
- Guided and observed lessons, mentored learners, and provided action-oriented practicum feedback reports
- Liaised and mediated between classroom instructors and practicum placement instructors.
Academic Writing Coach
Centre for Writers - University of Alberta
09.2020 - 04.2021
- Completed a graduate-level course and practicum placement prior to hire at the Center for Writers
- Mentored learners on academic writing and academic discussion utilizing strength-based methods
- Provided metacognitive and strength-based coaching and academic coaching to international learners
- Assisted learners in all faculties at the undergraduate, graduate, and PhD levels
- Developed strong cross-cultural competency skills and cultural-humility awareness.
Lead Instructor and Classroom Instructor
LCI Learning Academy – Dongtan, South Korea
04.2013 - 04.2017
- Managed a teaching staff of 20 instructors over two school locations
- Led bi-weekly staff meetings, problem solving sessions, and curricular deep-dives
- Supported instructors in their development of weekly lesson plans and monthly module plans
- Designed teaching schedules, academic calendars, and oversaw curriculum development
- Mediated between international teaching staff, program managers, and student parents
- Designed long-term professional development and plans with teaching staff.
Education
Master of Education - Teaching English as a Second Language
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB04.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University of Victoria
Victoria, BC04.2011
Skills
- IRCC Program Expertise and Policy Implementation
- Serving Diverse Newcomer Communities
- Supporting Newcomers with Barriers to Learning
- Team Leadership and Faculty Collaboration
- Literacy Development
- Program Development and Program Management
- English as Second Language Pedagogical Expertise
- Instructor Training and Staff Mentorship
- Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Group Facilitation and Presentation Expertise
Certification
- TESL Canada Level 3 Certified - TESL Canada, 2020
- Language Program Management Skills Development – BC TEAL, 2021
- Serving LGBTQI+ Newcomer Clients – Ocasi 2021
- Leadership and Conflict Management - AAISA, 2021
- Advanced Teaching Strategies for Diverse Classrooms – Bow Valley College, 2020
- Learning Technology Leadership and Innovation – D2L 2020
- PBLA Lead Instructor Certification – CCLB 2020
- CELTA TESL Teaching Certificate – ILC Paris, 2017
Volunteer and Education Boards
- TESL Canada National Teacher Association, 10/2019, 10/2023, Board Member, Guided financial planning, strategic initiatives, and board governance., Guided the bursary committee, standards committee, and professionalization committees., Organized Professional development opportunities and assisted in curating articles for newsletter distribution.
- ATESL Provincial Teacher Association, 10/2019, 10/2023, Board Member, Edmonton Co-Chair, Social Media Manager, Organized monthly in person and online profession development sessions for ESL instructors in Edmonton., Sat as ATESL board member for the Edmonton region guiding financial and strategic initiatives., Assisted with yearly conference organization through fundraising, gamification, and social media., Designed and implemented association’s social media strategy and created social media posts on all platforms.
- Teach North Korean Refugees (TNKR), 01/2016, 04/2017, Language and Cultural Tutor – Seoul, South Korea, Provided language tutoring for North Korean refugees living in South Korea, Assisted learners with college application, bursary applications, and academic research., Assisted learners with entrance exam preparation and study skills development.
Timeline
IRCC LINC Language Programs Lead - Alberta
Alberta Association of Immigrant Serving Agencies (AAISA)
04.2021 - 10.2023
Graduate & Undergraduate Teaching Assistant
Faculty of Education – University of Alberta
01.2021 - 04.2021
Academic Writing Coach
Centre for Writers - University of Alberta
09.2020 - 04.2021
Lead LINC Instructor and Instructor Trainer
Edmonton Catholic School District (ECSD)
09.2017 - 04.2022
Lead Instructor and Classroom Instructor
LCI Learning Academy – Dongtan, South Korea
04.2013 - 04.2017
Master of Education - Teaching English as a Second Language
University of Alberta
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University of Victoria
- TESL Canada Level 3 Certified - TESL Canada, 2020
- Language Program Management Skills Development – BC TEAL, 2021
- Serving LGBTQI+ Newcomer Clients – Ocasi 2021
- Leadership and Conflict Management - AAISA, 2021
- Advanced Teaching Strategies for Diverse Classrooms – Bow Valley College, 2020
- Learning Technology Leadership and Innovation – D2L 2020
- PBLA Lead Instructor Certification – CCLB 2020
- CELTA TESL Teaching Certificate – ILC Paris, 2017
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