About the role#
The Co-op Foundations Coordinator supports student success within the Experiential Learning department. This role focuses on the administration and instruction of the Introduction to Co-operative Education courses, which are required for all co-op students. You will report to the Senior Manager of Operations for Co-operative Education and Work-Integrated Learning.
What you'll do#
- Instruct and administer Introduction to Co-operative Education courses.
- Monitor course enrolment, track student outcomes, and handle reporting.
- Recruit, train, and supervise student graders.
- Assess student learning and assign grades.
- Meet with students to review course deliverables and provide career guidance.
- Prepare students for job searches, including resume and interview coaching.
- Develop and improve course curriculum and learning materials.
- Conduct work term site visits with students and employers.
- Respond to student inquiries and collaborate with team members on program delivery.
- Support promotional activities, information sessions, and recruitment events.
What you'll need#
- Undergraduate degree with at least three years of experience in co-operative or experiential education.
- Knowledge of career development theories, labour market trends, and employment practices.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365, digital learning platforms like CourseLink/D2L, and AI-enabled technologies.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and public speaking skills.
- Ability to manage high workloads with strong organization and time management.
- Professionalism, diplomacy, and sound judgment.
- Ability to build collaborative relationships with students and stakeholders.
- A post-graduate certificate in career development, adult education, instructional design, or counseling is an asset.
- Experience with international students or applying equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA) principles is an asset.
- Knowledge of University of Guelph policies and programs is an asset.
Location & details#
- Location: Guelph, Ontario, Canada.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid position.
About University of Guelph
The University of Guelph is a public institution based in Guelph, Ontario. It was established in 1964 and operates as a nonprofit organization. The university maintains a focus on research and education across fields such as agriculture, veterinary medicine, business, and engineering. It employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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