Learning Support Specialist

1 month ago

Edmonton, Canada Norquest College Full time

**COMPETITION NUMBER: 954**

**STUDENT SERVICES, ACADEMIC STRATEGY & INTEGRATION**

The Learning Support Specialist (Math and Science) position provides in-person and online learning support to students in a variety of NorQuest courses and programs, inclusive of high-school Math and Science, post-secondary courses in health sciences, business, and technology, and university level courses such as Calculus, Statistics and Linear Algebra. Learning Support Specialists work with students via multiple delivery channels, including drop-in tutoring and academic coaching; coaching appointments through a Habits for Success program, and coaching appointments for students referred by Accessibility (Disability) Services. You will have the opportunity to learn new curriculum, experiment with varied approaches to supporting learners, as well as the opportunity to innovate, as we transform our services to meet the college’s strategic goals and work towards our commitment to Indigenization, decolonization and becoming an anti-racist organization.

**HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE**:
**Provide tutoring and academic coaching support to students**
- Assess learning needs and provide content tutoring and academic skill development coaching to learners.
- Co-create and individualize learning strategies using a strengths-based approach.
- Provide a safe, inclusive, and holistic learning experience for all students.

**Liaise with teaching faculty, Learner Centre staff, Accessibility Services, Indigenous Student Services, and other college areas to provide wrap-around academic support**
- Build strong, collaborative relationships with program areas within an assigned liaison portfolio.
- Work with Learner Centre staff (Library, Service Desk and Accessibility Services) to co-manage the Learner Centre space and make appropriate referrals to other service areas.

**Implement projects and initiatives that support students’ academic success**
- Contribute to, or lead, the development, implementation, and evaluation of projects and initiatives, such as support initiatives with program areas and Accessibility Services.

**Contribute to on-going quality improvement in educational practice and service excellence**
- Contribute to the evolution and innovation of educational best practices that support academic resilience and a positive learner experience.
- Engage in development opportunities, both internally and externally, as part of performance development planning, including peer learning and case conferencing.

**Contribute to operational excellence**
- Lead, or participate in, various operational functions, such as promotions and scheduling.
- Capture accurate usage metrics for the purposes of decision-making and reporting

**WHAT YOU BRING**:

- Applied knowledge of learning theory; expertise and experience with Universal Design or differentiated learning is required.
- 2+ years' directly related experience working with diverse learners in an educational setting, especially those who have English as an additional language and those with experience of disability.
- A degree in Education (Bachelor’s or Graduate level) and a Master’s Degree (or working towards completion of a Master’s degree) are required. Equivalent education and related experience may also be considered.

**WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?**

**As a difference maker you bring**:

- High level of digital literacy, with confident technology skills and the ability to learn new technology quickly.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
- High level of intercultural communication skills and ability to relate effectively to diverse learner populations.
- Commitment and skill-sets related to excellence in client service.
- Flexibility and the ability to lead from where you are as an integral team member.
- Skill-sets that nurture a safe and inclusive learning and working environment that enhances belonging and well-being.
- Commitment and skill-sets related to equity, diversity, inclusion, Indigenization, decolonization.
- Recognition that we are greater than they and that all initiatives support Learning Support services and the college.

**SALARY**: $2,371 - $3,078 bi-weekly, reflective upon what you bring. AKA your education and experience. This is a full-time permanent position which includes immediate enrolment in our benefits and pension plan.

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is recommended they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.

**Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and In

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