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Administrative Professional (Employee Group)

One of Canada’s leading comprehensive universities and a Top Employer in Hamilton- Niagara, and named one of Canada’s Best Employers compiled by Forbes and Statista , Brock University is an inclusive, welcoming campus community that offers a wide range of unique career opportunities for those with passion, energy and expertise . We’re looking for team members who want to help us continue to deliver an exceptional student experience, perform impact-driven research and generate life-changing breakthroughs for our world. Ignite new possibilities for your career. Break through at Brock.

Post End Date:

Note to all candidates: This posting will close at 12:01 am on the date listed .

August 31, 2023

*Please note this is an ongoing seasonal position running approximately from September to Mid-May

**Please note that prior to starting in this role, the selected candidate will be required to provide a successful Vulnerable Sector Check as a condition of employment.

A Day in the Life…

The Learning Strategist reports to the Manager, Student Accessibility Services in the Student Accessibility Services department. This position is responsible for providing learning strategy support, guidance, and academic skill development support to students with disabilities, who are registered with Student Accessibility Services. The Learning Strategist works closely with team members to facilitate the academic growth and development of students.

As the Learning Strategist, you will:

• Meet with students, either individually or in small groups, to help them develop strategies for learning that are specific to their disability-related needs, using a strength-based model;
• Maintain records of appointments, strategies taught, student feedback, student concerns, referrals made, and areas of concern;
• Analyse student work (essays, tests, assignments) to identify patterns of difficulty;
• Review recommendations in the student's psychoeducational assessment report to assist with planning strategies and support services for students;
• Use a variety of research methods (library databases, journals, conferences, internet searches, etc.) to determine best practices for meeting the needs of students with learning disabilities in post-secondary settings;
• Stay up to date with legislation, such as the Ontario with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code;
• Research applications that can be used on smart phones to assist students with planning, organizational skills, voice recognition, etc.;
• Collaborate with the Assistive Technologist to evaluate student software use;
• Provide alternate format service for students, in conjunction with the Assistive Technologist;
• Provide MCU semi-annual data and reports on services to the Manager, Student Accessibility Services.

What you need to Succeed…

• University degree in a relevant field
• Two (2) - five (5) years of experience working with post-secondary students with learning disabilities;
• Knowledge of best practices for teaching adults with learning disabilities and for effective learning strategy instruction;
• Knowledge of current theories of learning disabilities, adult education theory and practice, and pedagogical practices;
• Ability to develop effective, creative, and innovative learning strategies for students with disabilities impacting learning and academic performance;
• Knowledge of current legislation pertaining to students with disabilities in a post-secondary setting (Ontario Human Rights Code and Ontarians with Disabilities Act);
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills in order to elicit important information and develop rapport with students;
• Ability to liaise with colleagues, faculty, personal counsellors, and service providers at other post-secondary institutions;
• Creative and innovative problem-solving skills to meet the individual learning needs of students;
• Ability to find and/or adapt a strategy to meet a student's needs regardless of the severity of disability.

Preferred or Asset Skills…

• Ontario Teaching Certificate, registered with the Ontario College of Teachers and with additional qualification coursework in special education;
• Graduate degree in Education or relevant area of study;
• Completion of the Learning Strategist Certificate programs.

Salary and Benefit Information

• Job Grade (K), Salary Scale $54,348-$73,171 (prorated based on season)*;
• this is an ongoing seasonal position, 35 hours per week from approximately September until mid-May
• This position includes prorated comprehensive benefits coverage including tuition waiver.

*The salary range indicated is representative of all positions evaluated at this level. Actual salary is determined by assessing related skills, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness, subject to available budget.

Applicants are required to upload a resume and cover letter as part of the application process.

Brock University is actively committed to diversity and the principles of Employment Equity and invites applications from all qualified candidates. Women, Aboriginal peoples including those who identify as members of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples, members of visible minorities and racialized groups, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) persons are encouraged to apply. We will accommodate the needs of the applicants and the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the selection process, as outlined in the Employment Accommodation Policy https://brocku.ca/policies/wp-content/uploads/sites/94/Employment-Accommodation-Policy.pdf . Please advise: talent@brocku.ca to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated through this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

It is Brock University’s policy to give consideration to qualified internal applicants.

We appreciate all applications received; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Learn more about Brock University by visiting www.brocku.ca