Pedagogical Coordinator

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 Pedagogical Coordinator is a professional role responsible for supporting the development of Pedagogists and for providing the Early Childhood Pedagogy Network’s professional development services for early childhood educators that aligns with the vision of the BC Early Learning Framework. The Pedagogical Coordinator will coach and mentor Pedagogists to create opportunities for enhanced pedagogical work within early childhood, and organize and provide structured, sustained, collaborative dialogues for early childhood educators through ongoing monthly engagements and focused workshops. The Pedagogical Coordinator will work with the leadership team to mobilize the professional development work with educators toward the generation of online resources and in the implementation, evaluation, and sustainability of the Network’s professional development services within British Columbia.

Qualifications

Education:

• Master's Degree; PhD in a relevant discipline preferred (e.g. Education, Pedagogy, etc.)

Experience:

• 2 years' work experience in adult education, early childhood education, and/or pedagogical development

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

• Demonstrated innovative, critically reflective pedagogical practice in adult education
• Familiarity with project life cycles
• Familiarity with techniques for planning, managing and coordinating multiple projects, with competing priorities that involve a variety of stakeholders
• Understanding of the implications of the TRC Calls to Action for early childhood education
• Familiarity with best practices for change management
• Communication skills to clearly and effectively interact with all levels of the organization
• Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Results-oriented with the ability to motivate and coach employees to meet high performance standards
• Ability to interact professionally with students, staff, faculty, and other members of the University community
• Strong client focus with a desire to achieve results

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:

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 position internally.