The University of Prince Edward Island, through the Office of Skills Development and Learning, is seeking an Academic Coordinator for its youth Spring/Summer Explore Programs.

The Explore Programs are two, 5-week EAL Programs for Canadian and International participants.  Participants have formal EAL lessons weekday mornings and organized socio-cultural activities during weekday evenings and weekends.  The Academic Coordinator will assist the Project Manager with administrative duties before and after the program.  They will also be responsible for over-seeing the daily operations of EAL classes and EAL teachers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Academic Coordinator reports directly to the Project Manager and is responsible for:

● EAL Instruction
● Providing academic support to EAL teachers
● Overseeing the pre- and post-testing of students
● Coordinating placement of students in class levels
● Coordinating the preparation of final marks
● Curriculum development
● Coordinating the use of academic materials
● Organizing an "Information Fair"
● Ensuring academic standards are met
● Evaluating teachers
● Running weekly teacher meetings
● Participating in other scheduled staff meetings
● Assisting with staff training
● Assisting the Project Manager in preparation of final report
● Acting as a role model to students
● Upholding and enforcing the rules and regulations of the Explore Program
● Other duties as assigned by the Project Manager

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications Required:
● B.Ed
● EAL Teaching Experience
● Administrative and Supervisory Experience
● Strong Interpersonal and Communication Skills
● Excellent Organizational Skills
● Proficiency in spoken and written English
● Previous Experience with UPEI Explore Programs is considered an asset

Additional Preferred Qualifications:
● EAL teaching certificate
● Class 4 Driver's License
● Current First Aid and CPR certification
● Mental Health First Aid training
● Leadership experience