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January 13, 2023Am I eligible to be an Odyssey language assistant?
January 13, 2023Working under the direction of the classroom teacher, an ESL, FSL, or FFL language assistant provides students with the opportunity to practise their English-language or French-language skills and learn about other Canadian cultural identities. Your tasks may include:
- preparing classroom activities that focus on enhancing your students’ speaking skills.
- encouraging students to practise English or French, using games and real-life situations in a respectful and creative way.
- sharing your culture and its unique features through activities.
- leading classroom activities with the teacher, or working with small groups of two to 10 students.
- participating in evening and weekend cultural activities.
performing your tasks in a virtual setting when required.