Academic Advisor - Junior Boarding (part-time)

THE RIDLEY DIFFERENCE

Founded in 1889, Ridley College is a co-educational boarding and day school with over 800 students in JK to Grade 12 from more than 55 countries worldwide. Education at Ridley is 'learner-centred' and inquiry-based, enhanced by the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum. It places students at the heart of the learning experience and develops curiosity, open-mindedness, and agile thinking and doing.  Guided by our vision, we aim to inspire flourishing lives to transform our globe. 

We strive as a community to create a culture of belonging on campus based on trust, collaboration and cooperation, and to promote and deepen these shared values in all we do. Joining the team at Ridley means you are committed to life-long learning and development, have integrity and value being of service in a richly diverse community. Attracting, developing and retaining people who thrive in Ridley’s positive education culture that recognizes and celebrates individual strengths is critical to our success. 

Ridley College is located on 90 picturesque acres in St. Catharines, Ontario, in the heart of the Niagara Peninsula and is comprised of a stunning blend of century-old buildings housing modernized technology. Our new, state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities will continue to reshape the learning experience for future generations of Ridleians and uphold Ridley’s place as a global leader in education.

OVERVIEW

We have an exciting opportunity for an energetic Junior Boarding Academic Advisor for the upcoming 25/26 school year.  This role will work as part of our Boarding House Team to assist with the pastoral care of our junior boarding students, support their academic achievements and develop an activity programme for these boarders. The Advisor is an advocate for the boarders and brings stability, routine, and a healthy, positive and pro-active work environment for the purpose of helping them achieve their academic and personal goals and develop strong work habits and ethic.  

This role will supervise study and evening activities Monday to Thursday 4:00pm to 8:30pm from September to mid-June for the junior boarders while school is in session and will also cover Wednesday morning Study Hall duty from 8:15am-9:30am.  This contract may be renewed on an annual basis.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Academic Study:

• Provide strategies to help boarders get the most out of their study time and maintain their well-being through regular physical activity
• Monitor and schedule private tutoring for junior boarding students with the assistance of the Learning Strategist and/or subject teachers
• Be knowledgeable of the various support resources available to the students at the school
• Partner and engage with teachers, parents, coaches, the Health Centre, the Learning Strategist and parents in support to each student’s academic growth and development

Pastoral Care:

• Work with the House team to provide the general welfare, safety, pastoral care and personal development of the students in their care
• Work with the House team to maintain a healthy routine of life for each student
• Be visible and accessible to support and listen to the students, in order to develop a student-centred environment
• Attend and participate in House meetings
• Assist, as needed, with room inspections when on duty
• Support and ensure all school policies and rules are understood and adhered to in a consistent fashion
• Assist and refer disciplinary problems in a firm, equitable and caring manner

Activity Programme:

• Develop, organize, and execute an activity programme for the boarders (e.g. physical activity, arts & crafts, scavenger activities, etc.)
• Demonstrate and teach safe activities within a safe environment and manner
• Maintain a high level of motivation and control in activities while being engaged, kind, and enthusiastic
• Work in conjunction with the house team and teachers, including planning the Saturday activity for the teacher on duty

QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently enrolled or completion of a Bachelor of Education and/or equivalent teaching experience with qualifications in junior/intermediate level is preferred
• Experience tutoring/teaching children grade 6-8 is preferred
• Self–starter who is interested in the growth and development of our students
• A mature, confident adult with the ability to take charge and lead by example
• Globally minded and open to diversity of cultures 
• Possess an empathetic, patient and a nurturing disposition
• Organizational and time management skills with the ability to set priorities, multi-task, meet deadlines and able to help students stay organized in their responsibilities
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationship of trust with students and team members
• Tactful and sensitive when dealing with discreet personal information and situations
• Demonstrated enthusiasm and creativity

HOW TO APPLY

Deadline for applications:  August 1, 2025

As a condition of employment, a satisfactory Vulnerable Persons Screening Report must be provided. 

While all applicants are thanked for their interest, only those chosen for interviews will be contacted.

Ridley College is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible and equitable environment where everyone feels respected, valued and supported.  Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used in order to ensure your equal participation.