About Durham College:

Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution that supports students to develop career-ready skills for the ever-changing job market. With a focus on experiential learning, led by expert faculty, through field placements, applied research, co-ops and other hands-on opportunities, DC grads are known for having the skills and knowledge they need to adapt to the ever-changing workforce.

A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Durham College offers a wide range of market-driven programs across multiple disciplines, including culinary management, farming and horticulture, business, IT, construction and trades, science and technology, health care, engineering, social and community services, media, art and design.

Our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby offer 145 programs – including six honours bachelor’s degrees and nine apprenticeship programs – to more than 13,700 full-time post-secondary and 2,300 apprenticeship students. In addition, more than 14,600 students participate in professional and part-time learning. More than 110,500 alumni represent the college, both locally and around the world.
A forward-looking organization committed to collaboration, innovation and sustainability, Durham College is ranked annually as one of the GTA’s Top 100 employers and one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and has been recognized as a Top 50 Research College in Canada, 10 times. DC has an estimated annual economic impact of more than $913 million on Durham Region and is proud to be an active and engaged member of the communities we serve by contributing resources and expertise to enhance social and economic well-being through partnerships, investments and collaboration.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

The Learning Specialist supports students by providing one-to-one academic support, small group tutorials and workshops to current Durham College students to reinforce, clarify and support course content and learning strategies. They will have a subject specialty focus in physics and statistics. Learning support will be delivered in-person (either campus as scheduled) and/or remotely through an online platform. 

The incumbent will work with the academic Faculties, individual faculty and the Access and Support Centre (ASC), among others, to actively communicate and align available SALS supports, anticipate student needs and determine the supports that will enhance student success and improve retention. The incumbent works independently within, and as part of a team to problem solve and apply skills and strategies in an unpredictable and fast-paced environment. 

The incumbent may coach students to support academic success and program progression by developing learning success plans in collaboration with the student and others such as ASC, faculty, and their student advisor. The incumbent will have a working knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code, FIPPA and Institutional policies, and possess a collaborative support philosophy and the ability to apply evidence-based teaching and learning strategies when working with students. 

The incumbent will propose and lead new projects as determined by need and innovation and may be requested to perform other duties that support the team and the department.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. A minimum of a four-year degree in physics, statistics or math, or engineering. Master’s degree is preferred. A degree in education would be an asset.
2. Minimum of 3 years experience working in an academic environment as a tutor, academic coach or teacher; experience in adult or higher education is preferred. 
3. Demonstrated proficiency in one or more academic areas: physics, statistics and applied math or engineering.
4. Experience working with adult learners and speaking to large and small groups.
5. Demonstrated proficiency in developing presentations and digital learning resources. 
6. Knowledge of evidence-based learning strategies, the science of learning, and metacognitive practices; student focused and able to foster self-directed learning and study strategies. 
7. Ability to work well both independently, and in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. 
8. Knowledge of current teaching practices and learning strategy implementation. 
9. Reliable travel between Oshawa and Whitby campuses is required.

Required Skills

Starting Rate: $41.12

Required Experience

Please apply below by submitting your cover letter and resume to the online portal.  Job Competition closes on April 17, 2024. Competition number SS24-37.