Located in the heart of the Niagara Region – just minutes from one of the world’s most well-known tourism destinations – Niagara College offers more than 130 innovative programs between our campuses in Welland and Niagara-on-the-Lake. Since opening its doors in 1967, Niagara College has grown to become a leader in education and training and one of the most enterprising colleges in Canada.
Applications are invited for the temporary part-time position of Senior Placement Officer, in the School of Community Services. The starting salary is $41.36 /hr for a 24 hour work week. Additional hours may be required at peak times during the year such as start or end of term. The position is located at the Daniel J. Patterson Campus.
Reporting to the Associate Dean, School of Community Services, the Senior Placement Officer supports and evaluates students in the Early Childhood Education – Resource Consulting (ECE-RC) program during their field placements. The role focuses on supervising student performance in applied settings, conducting formal assessments of competency development related to field placements, and providing structured feedback to support professional growth. The incumbent ensures students meet program learning outcomes and professional standards by integrating theory into practice, while also serving as a resource to placement agencies where specialized expertise in assessment or resource consulting may be required.
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Managing and coordinating field placements, including scheduling, documentation, and student eligibility requirements (e.g., clearances, health records)
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Maintaining and updating placement databases and establishing new placement sites
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Ensuring all placement documentation is complete
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Conducting orientation sessions for students and placement agencies
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Maintaining accurate student records and submitting placement grades, including follow-up on incomplete grades
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Collaborating with faculty and leadership to implement updates to placement processes and program requirements
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Participating in program recruitment, promotional activities, and community/professional engagement
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Providing direct oversight of students in field placements and monitoring application of ECE–Resource Consulting practices
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Conducting formal, structured evaluations of student competency, task mastery, and achievement of learning outcomes within field placement
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Delivering timely, constructive feedback to support skill development and reflective practice
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Collaborating with host agencies and acting as a subject matter expert where specialized assessment support is required
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Determining when intervention is necessary, including recommending remediation, placement changes, or withdrawal in consultation with the Associate Dean
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Minimum 2 year diploma in Early Childhood Education
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Graduate Certificate in ECE – Resource Consulting
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Relevant professional designation in ECE – Resource Consulting
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Minimum 5 years of related, progressive experience in early childhood education and/or resource consulting with experience in the vocational program field
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Demonstrated expertise in ECE-RC assessment and implementation practices
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Proven ability to evaluate performance, apply competency frameworks, and support student learning in field settings
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Strong relationship-building skills with students, faculty, and community partners
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Excellent organizational, documentation, and assessment/reporting skills
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Ability to exercise sound judgement in complex situations involving student performance and placement suitability
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and student/learning management systems
Niagara College is a place-based organization, and all positions are primarily based on campus. On-campus work allows for close collaboration and a strong team culture. While most work will be done in the office, we offer the flexibility for some remote work, as the job allows.
Niagara College is strongly committed to diversity and inclusion within its community. We offer an inclusive work environment and welcome applications from all qualified individuals who believe they can contribute to further enhancing campus diversity and equity efforts. If requested, accommodations will be made to support applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process.
Note: Credentials obtained outside of Canada require an evaluation to determine the Canadian educational equivalence. This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position as a condition of employment. For further information, visit: World Education Services http://www.wes.org/ca/.
While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted
