ITPS English as a Second Language (ESL) Instructors

Meet the English as a Second Language (ESL) instructors helping prepare students across ITPS Canada for success in advanced aerospace and military flight training.

Brent Wootton OCELT, TESOL, BA, is Manager of the ESL Department at ITPS Canada and has spent almost three years developing curriculum and delivering English language training to students. His experience working with pilot and engineer students gives him a strong understanding of the technical language, academic demands and communication skills required throughout advanced military flight training.

Livia Leal, BA, OCELT, ICTEAL, brings extensive Aviation English experience, including 15 years in aviation and service as an Air Traffic Controller with the Brazilian Air Force. Her background in Aviation English instruction and assessment gives her a strong understanding of the precise communication required in safety-critical aviation environments.

Nav Brar, OCELT, TESOL, Bachelor of Commerce, brings more than ten years of ESL, IELTS and LINC experience to the ITPS team. With a background teaching adult professional learners across a range of English proficiency levels, including high stakes test preparation and workplace communication, Nav helps students develop the language, communication and professional skills required to succeed in an international aerospace training environment.

Kayla Reesor, OCELT, TESL, BA, is an ESL Instructor at the International Tactical Training Centre (ITTC) in North Bay, supporting fighter pilots in developing the language, communication and professional skills required to train effectively and successfully execute missions.

Together, Brent, Livia, Nav and Kayla help our students develop the communication and professional skills needed to perform effectively in training and operational environments.

As ITPS Canada continues to grow and train increasing numbers of personnel from NATO and Allied Forces, providing a comprehensive learning experience remains an important part of setting the standard. By combining technical preparation, communication skills and a collaborative learning environment, we help students build the confidence and capability required for advanced military flight training.