Learning Specialist - Kingston, Canada - St. Lawrence College

St. Lawrence College

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Kingston, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job ID:
SUPP-PT-23/24-238

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Location:Kingston

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Deadline:March 29, 2024

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Job Type:Support

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Start Date:May 6, 2024

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Contract Term:May 6, 2024, to June 21, 2024
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Discontinuance Period: June 24, 2024, to August 9, 2024
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Contract Term: August 12, 2024, to May 23, 2025
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End Date: May 23, 2025
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Department:School of Interdisciplinary Studies and Pathways

***: The Learning Specialist assists students in the Community Integration through Cooperative Education (CICE) program to maximize learning potential. The incumbent advocates, intervenes, and acts on behalf of the CICE students with faculty, other College students, and College-wide services. Based on the student's aptitude and skill assessment, the Learning Specialist is responsible for recommending modification of course outlines, tests, and assignments in collaboration with the faculty. The Learning Specialist attends classes with students and conducts tutoring sessions. This position reports to the Manager, SCWI / Dual Credit and CICE but works under the guidance of the Program Liaison - CICE. The incumbent champions an inclusive approach to the students' college experience.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

A minimum of a 2-year diploma in a relevant field such as Developmental Service Worker, Educational Assistant, Social Service Worker or studies in Behavioural Science, Autism, Social Science.

Other Required Qualifications:

Advanced knowledge of developmental disabilities and learning strategies to support student success required.
Knowledge of adult learning principles/styles required, along with the ability to work with faculty to modify curriculum and implement any necessary accommodations to meet students' learning needs.
Ability to use and demonstrate assistive technology and adaptive equipment.
Ability to modify curriculum and implement necessary accommodations to meet students' learning needs (in consultation with faculty).
Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
Ability to analyze and solve problems collaboratively.
Effective time management and organizational skills.
Ability to provide advocacy for student concerns, promote inclusion in the classroom and college life.
Excellent notetaking skills and ability to provide classroom/lab support and facilitation of group work.
Skilled at tutoring oneoneone or in small groups.
Effective listening, advising and consultation skills.
Thorough knowledge of college programs and services.
Demonstrated patience and sensitivity to developmental disability issues and learning challenges.
Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team member.
Cooperative and flexible with demonstrated ability to adapt to changing circumstances, set priorities and take initiative.
Willingness to keep current with new assistive technologies and software.

Physical/Work Environment Essential Requirements:

The successful incumbent must have the ability to report to the work location.

Salary & Terms:

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Support Group: Pay Band H

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Hours per week: 35

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Start Rate: $35.06/hour, plus 6% in lieu of vacation
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End Date: May 23, 2025
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Contract Term: May 6, 2024, to June 21, 2024
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Discontinuance Period:June 24, 2024, to August 9, 2024
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Contract Term: August 12, 2024, to May 23, 2025
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Posted Date: March 20, 2024
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Closing Date:March 29, :00 p.m.)

THIS IS A TERM BARGAINING UNIT POSITION**- This job opportunity is open to both internal and external applicants. Only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted._