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Tracking Code: req
2233
Faculty/Department:
Office of the Deputy Provost
Number of Positions: 1
Appointment Type:
Full-Time Continuing
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Salary Range:
Level 9
- Starting Salary, Step 1 $ 90,525
Posting Date:
August 24, 2026
Closing Date:
August 28, 2026(11:59 pm EST)
Job Summary:
The Subject Specialist will plan, develop, coordinate and implement academic support programs in one or more target disciplines for undergraduate and graduate students at Ontario Tech to impact student success initiatives, retention and overall student experience to the Subject Specialist will supplement the existing curriculum and help students achieve educational success through the development of academic skills and knowledge. The Subject Specialist works in close collaboration with students, faculty and staff across the university to coordinate and promote the development of effective academic skills among students.
Responsibilities/accountabilities:
Academic Development and Support
Provides subject matter support and assistance in a variety of formats to address the unique learning and development goals of diverse undergraduate and graduate students to support their ongoing development, and providing coaching to help students become successful learners
Supports other academic programming in the SLC through collaboration and mentoring with staff, faculty and student staff
Maintaining knowledge of curriculum, textbooks, online resources, and course requirements at Ontario Tech, including strategies for developing critical thinking and problem solving
Academic Skills Programming Development and Coordination
Develop and deliver high quality, accessible programming in a variety of formats to promote effective academic skill development grounded in theory and research and designed to address the learning needs of students
Build and maintain relationships with key constituents as well as strategic partners in the Office of Graduate Studies, academic faculties, and Student Societies to facilitate ongoing collaboration and to ensure programming meets students’ needs
Resource Development
Contribute to the development of a comprehensive repository of university-level subject matter resources, both in print and digital formats, to ensure students’ access to timely,appropriate and effective subject matter support through research, developing, designing, and compiling resources
Assessment
Work with a range of campus partners to formulate Key Performance Indicators for programs and assessing progress toward those outcomes
Maintain records and data to be used in service evaluation
Required Skills:
Capacity to handle high volumes of work in a fast-paced environment
Maintain the privacy and confidentiality of students, faculty, staff and senior administrators
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Excellent computer and other necessary web-based technical skills
Ability to analyze students’ needs, solve problems, and explore solutions
Required Knowledge:
Superior Knowledge of foundational concepts in the target disciplines as well as understanding of advanced skills suitable for a 3rd or 4th year university level
Solid knowledge of adult learning principles, diverse student learning needs and ability to establish a positive learning environment
Required
Education:
Master’s Degree in the target discipline or related discipline
An Adult Education Teaching certificate and/or Teacher preparation degree is preferred
TESL/TEFL qualification (or equivalent qualification in teaching English as a second or additional language) is strongly recommended
An equivalent combination of education, relevant professional designations/certifications, and related experience may be considered
* Verification of Academic credentials may be required
Required Experience:
A minimum of one to three years’ experience, preferably with university students
Experience in working with at-risk students and students with diverse needs
This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between…
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