Coordinator, Learning Skills Support | |
| Job ID | A6-2A-83-AD-F9-8B |
| Company | OCAD University |
| Location | Toronto |
| Province | Ontario |
| Date Posted | 2023-05-26 |
| Posted Until | 2023-06-25 |
| Job Type | Part-time |
| Job Category | Education |
| Job Details | View attachment |
| Description | |
| Reporting to the Manager, Indigenous Student Centre, the Coordinator, Learning Skills Support is responsible for the development and delivery of academic learning support programs aimed at enriching the academic success, and retention of Indigenous students at OCAD University (OCAD U). The Coordinator works closely with the Writing & Learning Centre (WLC) delivering writing and learning services and programs, and liaises with Student Accessibility Services (SAS) connecting students with academic accommodations as needed. In collaboration with the WLC and SAS, the Coordinator, Learning Skills Support assists students with writing, research strategies, exam preparation, time management, and provides on campus referrals as needed. SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: - In consultation with the Manager, Indigenous Student Centre (ISC), and working in collaboration with the Program Supervisor, Writing & Learning Centre, and Student Accessibility Services, develop and deliver writing, academic and studio learning support programs and services for Indigenous learners in a range of presentation formats, in-person and online - Deliver individual and group writing and academic skills consultations for undergraduate and graduate Indigenous students - Produce and deliver writing, academic and studio learning skills workshops for Indigenous students; coordinate guest facilitators as needed - Contribute to the Indigenous Student Centre's online promotional and outreach initiatives related to writing, academic and studio learning programs and services supporting Indigenous students - Create and maintain appropriate student engagement tracking tools and develop interventions for students in academic difficulty - Compile and maintain related, academic and studio learning resources in print and on-line formats as required - Work closely with Student Accessibility Services to support Indigenous students in accessing disability related academic accommodations - Attend weekly Indigenous Student Centre team meetings and relevant Writing & Learning Centre and Student Accessibility Services meetings - Maintain currency in advances and trends in writing, studio learning and academic support service provision in post-secondary education with an emphasis on art and design education - Liaise with departments across the University, including the Indigenous Visual Culture Program and the Special Advisor to the Provost, Indigenous Knowledge, Practices and Production, to maintain knowledge of OCAD U curriculum, writing, studio learning and academic support needs of Indigenous learners - Assist the Manager, Indigenous Student Centre in other related duties that contribute to the successful operation of the ISC | |
| Start Date | August 2023 |
| Salary | Hiring Range - $29.76 To $34.05 Per Hour, Salary Range - $29.76 To $39.12 Per Hour |
| Education Requirements | Degree in Education, Humanities, Social Sciences, Fine Art, Design or a related field |
| Essential Skills | Academic and professional writing skills with knowledge of different writing genres and disciplines Excellent group facilitation and instructional skills Well-developed computer skills |
| Experience | Minimum of two (2) years of experience working in a university writing centre or similar student support unit delivering programs to enhance student learning Experience working with Indigenous students and/or community Experience working with Indigenous students in higher education with strong understanding of Indigenous student academic support needs Experience working with diverse student writers and learners |
| Languages | English |
| Work Settings | In office/on campus |
| Additional Skills | Excellent communication, interpersonal and leaderships skills, and a demonstrated ability to exercise tact, sound judgement and commitment to confidentiality Excellent project management skills, demonstrated attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines |
| How To Apply | Click "Apply Now" |
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