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Non-Native Speakers of English with Limited English Proficiency |18 and above
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Program Activities
A comprehensive job readiness course. Content is geared toward the English communication skills of the client. Class levels range from SPL 0 – SPL 6 (Student Performance Levels 0-6 as define by the National Reporting System). All four skills are addressed in the program (Reading, Writing Listening and Speaking).
Technology is incorporated into all aspects of the program –aide in the quality of instruction delivery, improvement of communication skills, gains in digital literacy and positive employment outcomes.
Job readiness components include: basic resume and cover letter writing; filling out applications (paper and online); understanding job postings paper and digital); asking about job openings and following up on applications; interview practice; workers’ rights and American work culture.
Clients participate in quarterly interview practice and receive feedback on their performance, attend job fairs and open houses and meet regularly with an employment specialist who assists them in their job search.
Program is Offered In
English
Information About Program Hours
"Full time" program is 15 hours per week.
"Part time" program is 5 hours per week.
Program Duration
15 weeks
Rolling Admission
Yes
Sample Schedule
| Hours | Activity Type | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
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| 10:00am-2:00pm | English for Employment | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| 10:00am-2:00pm | Job search and Job Readiness Workshops | ✓ |
Program Requirements
Non-native speakers of English, limited proficiency, 18+
Anticipated outcomes
Employment/Promotion | Basic skills gain | Improve English language skills to be able to get jobs and upgrades
Participant Supports
| Participant Support Category | All partipants | As needed |
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| Transportation | ✓ | |
| Test/License Fees | ✓ | |
| Books/Supplies | ✓ | |
| Clothing/Uniforms | ✓ | |
| Toiletries and personal needs | ✓ | |
| DTA SNAP Child Care Referral | ✓ |
Are there any out of pocket expenses for the participant?
No
Do participants receive any pay?
Not applicable
Location
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2 Boylston St. 3rd Floor, Boston, MA, 02116
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101 Jackson Street suite 2, Lowell, MA 01852, USA
Additional Information About Location
Programs are fully remote at this time.
May meet the ABAWD work rules?
Phone Number
617-695-9990
Program Contact
Please call or email