##About Western

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

##About Us

The Faculty of Education will transform education and transform lives by leading and contributing to teaching excellence in research-intensive academic and professional programs, and through world-class research that produces measurable and high-quality social impact that benefits society. We are committed to enhancing equity and accessibility for all learners, and culturally and socially responsive knowledge brokering and mobilization.

##Responsibilities

The T2P (Transition to Professional Practice) Coordinator will collaborate with the Teacher Education team, faculty, campus and community partners to create a T2P program schedule that meets the needs of teacher candidates and complements the Bachelor of Education (BEd) course material. The incumbent will develop learning outcomes, success criteria, and assessment strategies for each workshop included in the T2P program. The T2P Coordinator will identify new opportunities to ensure the T2P program evolves to meet the everchanging trends and needs in the field of education.

Qualifications

Education:

• Undergraduate Degree; Bachelor of Education or Master of Education preferred

• Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) designation preferred

Experience:

• 1 year of administrative experience in an office environment

• Teaching experience, post-secondary administrative experience, or other work within the education system is an asset

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills that build positive relationships with external stakeholders
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills
• Ability to take initiative and work with little supervision
• Ability to foster collaboration and respect among team members
• Communication skills with confidence interacting with individuals at all levels of an organization
• Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to apply creativity, innovation and resourcefulness to daily work
• Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
• Ability to create a positive impression while interacting with others and responding to inquiries, by telephone, in person or electronically
• Results-oriented with an ability to handle many tasks and maintain a high level of individual and team performance

##Why Western?

Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth. Within our beautiful campus, you are part of a progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance including access to our state-of-the-art recreation centre. Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success!

##Applying at Western

To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application. In addition, you can choose to supplement your application with a cover letter and current resume.

Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.

##Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

##Please Note:

This position is an existing vacancy. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Please note that we intend to fill this vacancy internally.