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

Learning Development & Success (LDS) offers a variety of services to all students at Western, providing support through individual counselling, the PAL Centre and group presentations. The LDS team helps students cope with the demands of post-secondary learning, assisting them in identifying strengths and developing new skills and strategies for success. All of these services are available for both successful students wanting to maintain their already strong academic standing and those having academic difficulties (learning.uwo.ca).

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Learning Development and Success (LDS) Graduate Mentors are part of theLearning Development & Success team. They support the ASP Study Hub, Peer Assisted Learning Centre, Student-Lead Learning Groups, and Graduate Study Club. They provide support to the undergraduate Learning Peers and Student Athlete Mentors who assist our student clients. Undergraduate Learning Peers and Mentors provide course specific and learning skills support to undergraduate students and student-athletes at Western.

As an LDS Grad Mentor, your role is to facilitate the connection between student clients and Learning Peers, so that students can develop learning skills and strategies to succeed at university. Grad Mentors will offer support to the Learning Peers by assisting LDS staff with training, supervision and professional development opportunities. They will also assist LDS staff with the administration of the ASP Study Hub, Peer Assisted Learning Centre, and Graduate Study Club. They also participate in programming offered through the LDS team.

Learning Development & Success (LDS) offers a variety of services to all students at Western, providing support through individual appointments, the PAL Centre and group presentations. The LDS team helps students cope with the demands of post-secondary learning, assisting them in identifying strengths and developing new skills and strategies for success. All of these services are available for both successful students wanting to maintain their already strong academic standing and those having academic difficulties (learning.uwo.ca).

What will you gain from this role?

• Develop and enhance skills for interpersonal communication including public speaking skills

• Experience in teaching, coaching, mentorship and leadership

• Gain exposure to and awareness of learning skills strategy and support

• Enhance awareness of Western’s undergraduate student experience

• Attain personal satisfaction and growth from being involved in a helping capacity.

• Receive feedback via a midterm and year-end performance review.

• Obtain recognition through Western’s Co-curricular Record.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work hrs/wk in Study Hub or PAL Centre (hours will be determined according to your availability) – offering supervision to Learning Peers and learning skills support to student clients

• Work with Student Learning Development Specialists to organize training and professional development for Learning Peers

• Organize and deliver orientation materials to Western’s student-athletes through email communications, short presentations/team visits, and check ins with stakeholders

• Complete reflections periodically throughout the year and engage in ongoing professional development with LDS Staff

• Promote and maintain a welcoming atmosphere in Study Hub, PAL Centre, Graduate Study Club, or Student-Lead Learning Groups

• Track attendance and encourage student clients to offer feedback on their experiences

• Assist LDS staff with administrating and facilitating Graduate Study Club

• When working individually with a student client, listen to and understand the student’s questions and concerns (intellectual and emotional) and actively engage in problem solving with the student. (Examples of student questions/concerns: time management, test preparation and test taking, reading strategies, problem-solving, low grades, locating resources, understanding course concepts, etc.).

• Use collaborative strategies to promote learning communities.

• Support the Learning Development and Success team with events and service as needed (i.e.. Study Café, small group programming, panel discussions, etc.)

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate student with a strong interest in leadership, mentorship, and learning skills.

• Strong communication (attending, listening, speaking) skills.

• Good working knowledge of campus resources.

• Problem-solving abilities.

• Strong interpersonal skills resulting in the ability to approach students, inquire about what they are working on, engage them in conversation, and connect them to the appropriate Learning Peer, SAMP Mentor, or campus support when necessary.

TERM LENGTH:

One academic year, August 2025 to April 2026.

TIME COMMITMENT:

• 6 hours per week

• Approximately 8 hours of LDS training in September.

• Approximately 3-4 hours per month of professional development with LDS.

• Human Resources online training modules:

• WHMIS (60-90 min)

• Health & Safety (45-60 min)

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!

Background Checks

While transcripts are not required for the interview, they are mandatory prior to any offer of employment.

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:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.