Learning Strategist

Yellowhead Tribal College in Edmonton, Alberta, is looking for a Learning Strategist to join our team! This is a full-time contract position with the possibility of extension after 1 year. The Learning Strategist is responsible for helping students maximize their academic performance and educational outcomes.

Responsibilities will include:

  • Provide learning strategies, study skills, and support to students
  • Work with students with a broad range of abilities, mental health, cognitive and intellectual disabilities
  • Facilitate and deliver group workshops, seminars, and courses in areas including but not limited to academic skills, effective studying and learning, and writing skills
  • Design, deliver and evaluate student academic or writing capabilities based on assessments
  • Provide academic and career counselling as per student needs
  • Act as a resource to the College on student learning, techniques and approaches to adult cognition and learning methods
  • Other duties as required

The successful candidate should possess the following:

  • Excellent communication and listening skills
  • Superb organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to use Microsoft Office and/or Google Apps for Education

Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in Education, Adult Learning or related field
  • 3 years of relevant experience
  • Knowledge of Cree, Anishinaabe or Nakota-Sioux peoples and worldviews would be an asset

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

To apply: Interested applicants please email a cover letter and resume to Diana Cowley, Senior Administrative Officer at diana.cowley@ytced.ca and Joy Sandy, Human Resources Officer at joy.sandy@ytcadmin.ca by Friday, October 18, 2024 at 4:30PM MST

Resumes can also be dropped off in-person at our Sub-Office at 17304 105 Ave. NW Edmonton, AB