Learning Coach - Kingston, Canada - St. Lawrence College

St. Lawrence College

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Kingston, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job ID:
SUPP-PT-23/24-059

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Location:Kingston

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Deadline:May 26, 2023

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Job Type:Support

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Start Date:September 2023

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Department:Wellness & Accessibility
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Positions: 3

Duties:

St. Lawrence College is looking for Learning Coaches for the Kingston campus.

The Learning Coach, as assigned by the Accessibility Services Coordinator or Accessibility Advisor, works with individual students with functional limitations to assist with the implementation of academic accommodations, such as strategy sessions, testing services or in-class note taking assignments.

Work assignments may vary in frequency, length, and time of day.

Responsibilities to a particular student will be outlined and assigned by the Accessibility Services Coordinator or Accessibility Advisor based on the student's accommodation plan:

Working oneonone with students with functional limitations, proposing and implementing strategies to assist students develop skills in time management, organization, study skills, memory strategies, and presentation skills
Proctoring tests in the SLC Test Centre or acting as a reader or scribe during assessments as needed.
May include evening or weekend work as needed
Other duties as required, outlined by the Accessibility Services Coordinator or Accessibility Advisor.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

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

A minimum of 2 years of experience working with students with disabilities in an educational setting. Experience working with assistive technology and/or adaptive equipment considered an asset.

Other Required Qualifications:

Ability to work with a diverse student population through customizing approach to meet the individual student's needs.
Strong communication and engagement skills.
Expertise in teaching and/or coaching and developing study skills.
Strong understanding of the lived experiences of individuals with disabilities in educational settings.
Knowledge of relevant legislation governing the rights of persons with disabilities (AODA, Canadian Human Rights Act, Ontario Human Rights Code).
Must have the ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
Respond to needs in sensitive, positive, and solutionsfocused manner.
Utilize excellent judgment, analytical and problemsolving skills.
Strong knowledge of various learning styles.
Ability multitask and to work in a fastpaced environment.

Physical/Work Environment Essential Requirements:

The successful incumbent must have the ability to report to the work location or work temporarily from a remote location with reliable internet access, as approved by the College and in accordance with the college's Telework Policy.

Salary & Terms:

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Support Group: Pay Band D
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Hours per week: Up to 24 hours per week, evenings, and weekends on an as needed basis.
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Start Rate:$21.43/hour, plus 6% in lieu of vacation.

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Posted Date:May 16, 2023

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Closing Date:May 26, :00 p.m.)

THIS IS A CASUAL BARGAINING UNIT POSITION