Department: CSAHS-Office of the Dean
This position is classified under the Grant and Trust Administrative & Technical Group
Temporary part-time from 03/24/2025 to 03/31/2026
(Less than 24 hours a week)
If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph you must apply on the internal Career Page in order to be considered as an internal applicant.
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General Purpose
The University of Guelph is committed to fostering a culture of inclusion, equity, and academic excellence. As part of this commitment, we are seeking a passionate, dedicated, and experienced Academic Transition Program Developer to evaluate and redesign an innovative program that supports the transition of non-traditional learners into post-secondary education. Reporting to the Associate Deans Academic of the College of Arts and the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences, the Academic Transition Program Developer is responsible for evaluating and enhancing the current Academic Transition Program (ATP) at the University of Guelph. The current model of the ATP at The University of Guelph provides an opportunity for mature students who do not meet the normal University admission requirements to take university courses and develop foundational academic skills before applying to a degree program.
The Academic Transition Program Developer will be responsible for evaluating the current academic transition program and creating an implementation plan for a revised ATP that supports new and current students to navigate their academic journey, build essential university success skills and develop a sense of belonging on campus. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by nontraditional learners and will apply their expertise to develop components within the Academic Transition Program that promote student success, retention, and engagement. This role requires strong communication skills, the ability to engage with various stakeholders, and a willingness to travel frequently to nurture off campus relationships.
Duties and Responsibilities
a. Program Review and Development
- Conduct needs assessment, stakeholder interviews and market research to determine the need for an ATP at University of Guelph
- Review academic transition programs offered by other post-secondary institutions outside of urban areas
- Explore the creation of a transferable micro-credential for the ATP
- Develop an ATP that includes workshops, resources, and academic support strategies that help non-traditional learners build foundational skills for success
b. Outreach, Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
- Build relationships with key campus stakeholders, including academic departments, student organizations, and community partners, to ensure a coordinated approach to supporting student transitions
- Establish and build relationships with adult and continuing education centers in and around Guelph-Wellington
- Collaborate with faculty, staff, and student services on how best to integrate transition programming across the university.
c. Assessment & Continuous Improvement
- Collect feedback from program participants to assess the effectiveness of transition programs.
- Analyze data and use insights to refine and improve program content and delivery.
- Stay informed about best practices in higher education transition programs, incorporating innovative strategies and adapting to evolving student needs.
Requirements
- A Undergraduate degree (Master's degree preferred) in Education or a related field, along with one year of experience in curriculum design or academic program development
- Expertise in academic transition strategies, student success initiatives, and supporting students with diverse learner needs
- Lived experience relevant to supporting underrepresented or marginalized students in higher education, including Black, racialized and Indigenous students.
- In-depth knowledge of equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-oppression frameworks, with a proven ability to implement these concepts in programming and practice.
- Experience designing and/or implementing academic or co-curricular programs, including peer mentoring, academic advising, or similar student success initiatives.
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse groups of stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and online platforms for program delivery.
Employee Type: Temporary
Classification: Grant/ Trust fund position, Band GTAT - Band D
GTAT (Grant & Trust Administrative and Technical) Salary Grid
*Tentative evaluation; subject to final review.
At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.
Posting Date: 03/10/2025
Close Date: 03/21/2025
