Indigenous Academic

Located in the heart of the Niagara Region – just minutes from one of the world's most well-known tourism destinations – Niagara College offers more than 130 innovative programs between our campuses in Welland and Niagara-on-the-Lake. Since opening its doors in 1967, Niagara College has grown to become a leader in education and training and one of the most enterprising colleges in Canada.

Applications are invited for the position of Indigenous Academic & Learning Success Strategist in the Indigenous Education Division, located at the Welland and Daniel J. Patterson Campus, in Niagara-on-the-Lake. The starting hourly rate is $39.34/hr (Pay Band I - $39.34/hr to $45.59/hr) for a 35-hour work week. Additional hours may be required as necessary. This is a temporary Initiatives/Opportunities position as per Article 17.3.1 of the Support Staff Collective Agreement and is set to conclude in February 2026.

Reporting to the Director, Indigenous Education, the successful candidate supports Indigenous students by creating a culturally responsive learning environment grounded in Indigenous pedagogy and epistemologies. They develop and deliver customized programs to enhance students' academic success, addressing unique academic and personal needs. The role involves collaboration with faculty, staff, and community members to integrate Indigenous knowledge systems into academic support services. They will also play a pivotal role in supplementary learning for students in Indigenous dual credit courses and in providing training in various academic skills tailored to students' needs.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Provide one-on-one and group academic support to Indigenous students
- Assist students in navigating academic challenges while promoting holistic well-being
- Conducting intake appointments to assess student needs, strengths, and areas of improvement
- Offering additional instruction that integrates Indigenous ways of knowing and learning
- Employing best practices for instruction to transition students from learning skills application
- Focusing on study skills, including but not limited to metacognitive skills, analytic thinking, etc.
- Monitor interactions to help learners understand their impact and adjust their communication
- Build rapport and create a safe environment for students to express their concerns or difficulties
- Initiate follow-up sessions to maintain contact, monitor progress, and determine the next steps
- Remain current on learning styles, current instructional and assessment methods, Indigenous pedagogies, epistemologies, and culturally responsive practices
- Developing tailored materials that reflect diverse learning styles and cultural contexts
- Ensuring students are connected to the appropriate internal and external resources for support
- Monitoring and following up on student progress through collaborative case reviews

Qualifications:

- Minimum 3-year advanced diploma or degree
- Minimum of 3 years' experience providing academic support for Indigenous students
- A strong understanding of Indigenous cultures, values, traditions, and perspectives
- Knowledge of the challenges and opportunities faced by Indigenous students with an in-depth comprehension of educational barriers faced by diverse students, including students with accommodations, adult learners, etc.
- Excellent written communication, research, and reporting skills with high attention to detail
- Outstanding communication, organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Extensive knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, MS Teams, and Power Point)
- This position requires travel between both campuses
- The incumbent must be of Indigenous heritage (i.e. Turtle Island-First Nations Status and non-Status, Métis or Inuit) and have strong ties to the Indigenous community

This position is open to internal employees and external applicants. External applicants will not be reviewed until all eligible internal employees have been considered. The first consideration for internal employees shall be five (5) business days from the opening date.

Close Date: April 2nd, 2025

We also provide a balance of on-campus and remote work through our recently introduced Remote Work Policy. As a place-based organization, all positions will involve some degree of on-campus work. If selected for an interview, candidates must present proof of education (original transcripts/credentials). Note: Credentials obtained outside of Canada require an evaluation to determine the Canadian educational equivalence. This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position as a condition of employment. For further information, visit: World Education Services http://www.wes.org/ca/.

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Niagara College is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion within its community. We offer an inclusive work environment and welcome applications from all qualified individuals who feel they can further enhance campus diversity and equity efforts. If requested, accommodations will be made to support applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process.

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