Job Summary

Reporting to the Associate Director, Student Academic Affairs, the Learning Strategist is responsible for the development and delivery of learning support programs and services for students in a post-secondary educational setting; the identification and implementation of effective learning approaches and strategies, and for recruiting, training, mentoring, and providing feedback to student workers. The Learning Strategist will work in collaboration with the Academic Success Centre staff and student workers to develop and sustain exemplary and comprehensive learning support programs and services for adult learners, including learning strategies, and various supplemental instruction programs such as workshops, online programming, tutoring, learning circles, etc.. The Learning Strategist will also work in collaboration with other academic support areas, contributing to the creation of a holistic, integrated, and seamless experience for students.

Qualifications

- Master’s Degree in Adult Education or equivalent with 4 years teaching experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum 4 years’ experience developing and delivering academic support programs and services for students in a multi-disciplinary, post-secondary setting
- Demonstrated effectiveness in collaborating with faculty and staff on interventions as they relate to learning, academic and transition success
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and Indigenization to meet the needs of diverse students and staff and the university community
- Experience working as a member of a team, using team-based approaches, and coaching
- Thorough knowledge of educational theory and practice, including adult learning theories and strategies and intercultural theories and strategies
- Proven effectiveness as an instructor and facilitator of adult learner using a variety of formats including in-person and online




- Proficiency in facilitation, problem-solving, and inter-personal communication
- Ability to work cooperatively, complemented by the ability to exercise independent judgment and ethical decision-making with minimal supervision
- Ability to balance interruptions, multiple and varied tasks, and confidential information with discretion
- Strong customer service skills and ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty and staff
- Evidence of continuing engagement in self-education and professional development to remain current in the field of learning strategy development and support

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter by the application deadline.

About UFV

The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the traditional territory of the Halq'eméylem-speaking peoples. We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in Stó:lo Tém:éxw (Stó:lo Land; Stó:lo World). In all that we do, UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lo peoples goals of self-determination and well-being on these lands. A commitment to Indigenization and Reconciliation is core to our institutional Vision and Integrated Strategic Plan: IYAQAWTXW — which means House of Transformation. This commitment includes the goal of centering Indigenous ways of knowing throughout our organization, recognizing our responsibilities to community, and a multi-year plan to increase the number of Indigenous faculty, staff, and administrators working at UFV. UFV has campus locations in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission,



and Hope in the beautiful British Columbia, and in Chandigarh, India. Recognized as one of BC's top employers, UFV offers a combination of career and lifestyle advantages. Join a team of 1,400 passionate professionals who value integrity, inclusivity and excellence. At UFV, you will serve a vibrant community and shape the future of 15,000 students.

Indigenization, equity, and diversity are essential to our work as a university. A diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented and marginalized. At UFV, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we proudly serve.

We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of groups that experience discrimination due to race, colour, place of origin, ancestry, and/or religion, persons who identify as women and 2SLGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities. We invite applicants to complete a confidential self-identification survey as part of the application process. All questions are voluntary, with an option to decline to answer.

Information will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the recruitment process, and results are not shared with the selection committee. Inquiries about the survey may be directed to [email protected]. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In an effort to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible, UFV will contact only candidates receiving an interview. We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/ or a verification of their education credentials.

UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

📌 Strategist, Learning (Abbotsford)
🏢 University of the Fraser Valley
📍 Abbotsford