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Welcome to english for advancement.
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English for advancement, EFA, is a free  job search program with english classes
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each student has one teacher and one career coach.
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What is JVS? JVS is a  non-profit in downtown Boston.
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JVS started in 1938 and helps people get  jobs, learn english, and learn new job skills.
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We work with employers to place people in jobs.
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Our community partners:
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JVS partners with community organizations in East  Boston, Lynn, and Lawrence to make these classes.
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Possible EFA classes:
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We are currently offering online  classes. Classes use Zoom and Whatsapp.
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Classes are offered in the  morning, afternoon, and evening.
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Lessons focus on conversation  for the workplace and
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how to confidently answer  questions during a job interview.
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Finding a job: How does it work?
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First, you make a goal plan. Start  the english class, create a resume,
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apply for jobs with your coach, and  practice for interviews in class.
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Go to job interviews:
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Start a new job. Graduate from  the english class within one year.
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Stay in contact with your coach.
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What kind of jobs will EFA help you find?
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EFA will help you to create  your employment plan and resume.
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According to your education
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skills and work experience, we will help  you find the most appropriate job for you.
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Some students in this program  are now working in food service,
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cleaning, health care, hospitality,  manufacturing, retail and more.
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Is this program for you?
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Do you want a job or a better job?  Do you want to improve your english?
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Do you have a social security  card and employment authorization?
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Can you study english from your phone or computer?
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Next steps:
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If you are interested in the EFA program fill  out the JVS Boston intake form at this address:
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You will be prompted to schedule an  online meeting with a JVS staff member.
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At this meeting, we will ask some questions  to help choose the best JVS program for you
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After your meeting, we will call you to let  you know if you are accepted to this program.
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Please have available your social security card,
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a photo id, and your employment  authorization card if you need one.
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We look forward to meeting with you!