Professional Language Development Coordinator

University of Toronto•Toronto, ON

About The Position

This position involves communication consultation and/or instruction developed in collaboration with Communication Coordinators in various departments (e.g., CIV, ECE, MSE, CHE, MIE). The role is estimated to be for one position and will involve undergraduate students across the Faculty from 2nd to 4th year. Schedules vary between courses and have some flexibility in the planning of extra workshops. The appointment dates are from September 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027, functioning as a half course equivalent (HCE) up to a maximum of 460 hours.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Applied Linguistics or Second Language Education.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated commitment to content-based instruction to advanced multilingual post-secondary students.
Experience with curriculum development and language assessment.
Demonstrated ability to teach communication.
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

PhD in an appropriate discipline (as above).
Familiarity with engineering communication practices.

Responsibilities

Administration and coordination of Professional Language Development communication curricula covered in each Communication portfolio.
Ongoing monitoring and follow up with students identified as needing Professional Language support.
Meeting with ECP Portfolio coordinators and course instructors to coordinate specific instructional support mechanisms specific to PLD needs to meet English Language Proficiency requirements.
Design appropriate support activities and mechanisms for PLD students in 2nd to 4th year.
Collection and analysis of data generated through assessment activities, and documentation of breadth and impact of activities.
Provide mentorship and process orientation to new team members and support transition planning.
Ongoing monitoring of assignments and collaboration with Communication Coordinators to design appropriate support activities.
Design and delivery of training activities for development of CI capacity specific to language development in 2nd-4th year courses.
Liaison with FASE and student organizations (e.g., ACE) to continue outreach initiatives and develop new programs.
Ability to adapt to different communication instruction activities and move online if required.