Indigenous Learning Strategist

Langara College; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution in beautiful Vancouver is seeking an Indigenous Learning Strategist to enhance the academic success of both Indigenous and non-Indigenous students. This role focuses on assessing learning needs, delivering targeted support, and developing inclusive programs that promote academic skills. Collaborating closely with Indigenous Education and Services, the successful candidate will engage with diverse learners, create impactful resources, and contribute to a holistic educational experience. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of students while fostering an inclusive and supportive environment.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Collaborative Work Environment

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Qualifications

• Master's degree in education or related field is required.
• Experience in academic advising or teaching in post-secondary education.

Responsibilities

• Assess learning strategy needs of Indigenous and non-Indigenous students.
• Plan and deliver learning strategy programs for diverse learners.
• Create multimodal resources to promote academic skills development.

Skills

Effective Communication

Organizational Skills

Research Skills

Instructional Design

Intercultural Sensitivity

Education

Master's degree in education

Experience in academic advising

Experience with learning strategy programming

Tools

Learning Management Systems (Brightspace preferred)

Job description

Interested in a career at Langara College?

Our employees exemplify Langara's values of excellence, collegiality, innovation, and integrity. If you think this position fits your qualifications, we encourage you to apply!

Langara College is located in Vancouver, B.C.: applicants to postings must be located in BC or willing to move to BC to accept work with Langara College. Exceptions to this will be clearly outlined in the event Langara College requires work (or positions to be based) to be performed outside BC or Canada.

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Job Title: Indigenous Learning Strategist

Employee Group: LFA

Employee Type: Regular (Fixed Term)

Start Date: Sunday, December 1, 2024

End Date: Sunday, November 30, 2025

Job Description: The Indigenous Learning Strategist is a non-instructional faculty position that reports to the Associate Director, Academic Success Centre (ASC) and works in close collaboration with the Executive Director, Indigenous Initiatives, Indigenous Education and Services (IES), IES staff, and Elders.

The primary responsibility of this role is to assess learning strategy needs of all students, with a strong focus on Indigenous students. It involves delivering both online and in-person programs, including short courses, workshops, and peer educator training. The role will collaborate closely with the Indigenous Education and Services team to provide targeted support for Indigenous students, while also working with the ASC team to offer academic support services for all students.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assess the learning strategy needs of Indigenous and non-Indigenous students with an integrated approach to address a wide range of academic support needs.
• Plan, develop, and deliver learning strategy programs to support the learning needs of diverse learners at snəw̓eyəɬ leləm ̓ Langara College.
• Deliver group instruction on academic and learning skills to students online and in-person.
• Create multimodal resources and activities that promote academic and learning skills development for students.
• Regularly participate in team meetings with Indigenous Education and Services, and the Academic Success Centre.
• Engage in consultation with campus partners including Student Services, Library, and instructional faculty to ensure a holistic student experience.
• Gather, analyze and present aggregated student and programming-related data, as required, to inform services and course improvements, and the strategic and operational direction of the Academic Success Centre.
• Develop reports and deliver presentations to external and internal stakeholders about programs as required.

Qualifications Required

Education & Experience:

• Master's degree in education, instructional design, educational or cognitive Psychology, or related discipline.
• Experience working in an academic advising, teaching, and/or learning strategist role in a post-secondary environment.
• Experience with development, delivery, and assessment of learning strategy programming.
• Demonstrate a detailed understanding of the cultures and histories of Indigenous peoples of British Columbia.
• Demonstrate detailed understanding of the systemic issues and barriers discouraging Indigenous students from pursuing and completing a post-secondary education.
• Demonstrated experience living and working within Indigenous communities.
• Demonstrate a good understanding of Indigenous cultural values, practices, and protocols.
• Demonstrated ability to design, develop and deliver information, resources, and training on educational technologies including learning management systems (Brightspace preferred).
• Proven ability to effectively support learners with diverse linguistic, cultural, socio-economic, and neurodiverse needs.
• Land-based experiences and Indigenous knowledge are considered an asset.
• Experience working with Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers is also considered an asset.
• An equivalent combination of work and educational experience may be considered.

Skills & Abilities:

The successful candidate will:

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with students, staff, and faculty.
• Possess an exceptional ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Possess excellent organizational, research, and instructional design skills.
• Be able to work with people from diverse backgrounds, interests, and abilities.
• Be knowledgeable about different cultures and integration issues.
• Demonstrate intercultural sensitivity and adaptation skills.
• Work well independently.
• Be motivated to learn.

This position is dedicated to supporting Indigenous and non-Indigenous students. The selection process will provide priority to Indigenous people, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit applicants of Canada. We encourage all qualified Indigenous applicants to self-identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit when applying for this position. We will ask applicants to provide documentation in support of their self-identification that indicates that they are a member or a citizen of an Indigenous community or nation. We generally rely upon documentation provided by Indigenous governments. Documentation can include, but is not limited to, Citizenship Cards, Certificates of Indian Status, Métis Citizenship Cards, and Inuit treaty membership cards or documents. Community reference letters from a recognized leader or organization may also be accepted. If you have any questions, please contact Graeme Joseph, Executive Director of Indigenous Initiatives and Services.

Salary Range:
Salary placement is on Langara instructors’ salary scale in accordance with qualifications and experience.

Closing Date:

People and Culture is committed to embracing, honoring, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We remain dedicated to focusing our efforts on creating an inclusive employee community that fosters a sense of safety and belonging for everyone. Langara College welcomes applications from everyone including people from groups that are experiencing inequity including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please contact us.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of educational and professional credentials noted on their resume. In addition, those shortlisted with international credentials must have their education credentials evaluated through WES (World Education Services) and provide Langara College, People & Culture document evaluation access for employment purposes.

We thank you for your interest in Langara College and for taking the time to complete an application. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to the number of applications received.

Langara is committed to enhancing our diverse workforce.

About Us

Located in beautiful Vancouver, BC, Canada, Langara College started in 1965 as part of Vancouver Community College and in 1970, it opened its West 49th Avenue campus. On April 1, 1994, Langara College was established as an independent public college under the Provincial College and Institute Act. The College is also known as a house of teachings, a name given to us by the Musqueam First Nation, on whose unceded traditional territory we are located. Today, Langara is one of BC's leading undergraduate institutions providing University Studies, Career Studies, and Continuing Studies programs and courses to more than 21,000 students annually.

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