Learning Facilitator

Durham; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Durham College in Oshawa is seeking a Full-time Support Staff member to assist the CICE program, acting as a liaison between students, faculty and services. The role includes advocating for students, adapting course materials and supporting classroom inclusion to maximize learning outcomes.

The incumbent will work 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with potential evening or weekend duties. The position is a temporary replacement from November 2026 to April 2027, reporting to the Associate Dean.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a 2-year diploma/advanced diploma in Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Care, Social Service Worker, Educational Assistant or Early Childhood Education.
• Minimum of 2 years of work experience with persons with intellectual/developmental disabilities or significant learning challenges and experience in a teaching/tutoring environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and utilizing online resources; able to conduct internet research.

Responsibilities

• Assist the CICE student to maximize learning potential; advocate, intervene and act on student’s behalf with faculty and college-wide services.
• Liaise between students, faculty and staff to promote smooth transition into college life and classroom inclusion.
• Support students with note taking, lab assistance, group work facilitation and accessing college resources.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Discretion

Equity Inclusion

Education

Diploma/Advanced Diploma in Developmental Services Worker, Social Service Worker, Educational Assistant or Early Childhood Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Durham College:

Durham College (DC) is a leading post‑secondary institution that supports students to develop career‑ready skills for the ever‑changing jobmarket. 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 bachelor's degrees and 11 apprenticeship programs – to more than 11,000 full‑time post‑secondary and nearly 3,000 apprenticeship students. In addition, we have more than 16,000 student registrations in professional and part‑time learning. More than 120,000 alumni represent the college, both locally and around the world.

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.

Position Information:

Full‑time SupportStaff Position Opportunity Temporary Employee Replacement (see Appendix D of collective agreement) Contract: November 2026 to April 2027
Payband: H; StartingRate: $38.09; Four Year Rate: $44.04
Department: Faculty of Social and Community Services
Hours: 35 hours per week (1) one hour lunch; Mon – Fri (8:30 am – 4:30 pm; note if evening and/or weekend work may be required on occasion)
Reporting To: Associate Dean
Campus Location: Oshawa
Vacancy Status: Existing vacancy

Duties and Responsibilities:

The incumbent assists the Community Integration through Co‑operative Education (CICE) student to maximize his/her learning potential. The incumbent advocates, intervenes and acts on behalf of the CICE student with faculty, other College students, and College‑wide services. Based on aptitude and skill assessment of students the incumbent will modify faculty course outlines, tests, and assignments.

Acts as a liaison between students, college faculty and staff by:

• Providing a smooth transition into college / academic life
  
• Attending classes with the student to promote smooth integration with other students and classroom teacher
  
• Adjusting course outlines to reflect curriculum objectives to fit student needs pending faculty approval
• Meeting with teachers to promote inclusion of students in the classroom
• Providing classroom support such as note taking, lab support, group work facilitating and advocating the students concerns
• Promoting inclusion of the CICE students in College social activities

Support students by:

• Preparing supplemental class material for student use
• Determining techniques and tools to utilize for individual/group tutorial sessions based on the best fit for each individual student
• Using the computer and various computer programs to assist student in the learning process
  
• Setting up and assisting with the use of adaptive equipment when needed
  
• Providing academic guidance and developing the path for students’ areas of focus
• Modifying tests/exams and assignments to meet individual student needs, develop study strategies, review questions or project outlines and forward to faculty for approval
• Invigilating tests and exams
• Assisting in setting up Peer tutoring
• Advising students in solving problems such as accessing appropriate college resources (Financial Aid, Access and Support Centre, Academic Counseling, lockers, purchasing books, OSAP, insurance opt out, student ID, DC Connect, MyCampus)
• Monitoring absences and escalating to team lead/Dean or Student Liaison as appropriate
• Mentoring part time and new staff
  

Working with the CICE team the incumbent assists with admissions by:

• Conducting student interview/orientation sessions (provide tours) and/or information sessions
• Evaluating applicant submissions with recommendation to the Associate Dean

Assists with the development of fieldwork placements by:

• Recommending possible placements and employers to students
• Ensuring all goals and assignments are completed
• Conducting mock interviews and providing feedback to students
• Assist with student orientation to placement as required
• Liaise between student/site supervisor and provide learning assistance to the student

Assisting with the continued success of the CICE Program by:

• Promoting the program to internal and external stakeholders
• Tracking/filing and recording program documents and other pertinent program information for future reference by staff
• Meeting with faculty periodically to review protocol and discuss new or revised approaches to support students’ learning needs.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a 2-year diploma/advanced diploma in one of the following: Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Care, Social Service Worker, Educational Assistant or Early Childhood Education.
  
• A minimum of 2-years of work experience with persons with intellectual/developmental disabilities, or significant learning challenges and experience in a teaching/tutoring environment.
  
• Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite as well as utilizing online resources and conducting internet research.
  
• The ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
  
• Tact, integrity, diplomacy and ability to maintain confidentiality.
  
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
  
• Excellent and demonstrated problem solving, troubleshooting and conflict resolution skills.
  
• Must be self‑directed, motivated with strong organizational and time management skills.

Durham College invites applications from all qualified individuals. Durham is committed to fostering workplace diversity, and, provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require this information in alternate format; require communication supports; an accommodation in applying for a posting and/or if you are selected for an interview, please contact our Human Resources (HR) department and an HR assistant will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank you for your interest in employment with Durham College however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Land Acknowledgement

Durham College is situated on the traditional lands of the First Peoples of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. These lands are covered under the Williams Treaties and rest within the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg. We offer our gratitude to the Indigenous Peoples who care for and, through the treaty process, share the lands on which we live, learn, teach and prosper today.