Program & Placement Support Specialist
Job Description
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Support Practical Learning & In‑Shop Instruction 30%
Assisting instructors with in‑shop supervision and enforcing safety procedures
Providing supplemental practical instruction (one‑to‑one or group) for students needing additional support
Supporting students on Student Success Contracts to meet program expectations
Responding to student questions related to tools, equipment, and shop assignments
Other related duties, as required.
Shop Operations, Safety & Equipment Coordination 25%
Preparing shops/labs for practical instruction and demonstrations
Coordinating equipment inventories, repairs, servicing, and monthly inspections
Following up on tag‑outs and safety deficiencies with
In addition, experience supporting trainees, or students—formally or informally—is required to effectively provide supplemental practical instruction, in‑shop supervision, and learner support. Organizational experience such as coordinating shop activities, managing equipment and materials, supporting compliance with safety and operational requirements, and collaborating with instructors or supervisors is necessary to fulfill responsibilities related to shop operations, student success, and program delivery.
Criminal Record Check
The successful candidate will be required to provide an original Criminal Background Check – Vulnerable Sector Screening that is satisfactory to Six Nations Polytechnic (SNP) prior to the first day of work at Six Nations Polytechnic, and an Offence Declaration that is satisfactory to SNP by their first day of employment at Six Nations Polytechnic.
At Six Nations Polytechnic, we are committed to diversity and inclusion as we continue and expand our efforts to become a more inclusive, safe and respectful workplace. Human Resources will accommodate any needs under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Recruitment processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, as may be requested.
Applicants from Six Nations and other Indigenous communities will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.
Full Job description is available upon request.
POSITION TYPE: New Position
POSITION CLOSING DATE: May 27, 2026
JOB TYPE: Contract; June 8, 2026 - January 29, 2027
SCHEDULE: 37.5hrs Monday-Friday; 11:00am-6:30pm
WORK MODEL: On-site
PAY BAND: 4; Core range $49,054.36–$57,475.00. The target hiring salary for this position is minimum (Step 1) up to 45% of the pay band. Considerations for new hire step placements include experiential knowledge and/or language and cultural expertise.
