Join the Future of Education – Where Passion Meets Purpose
At triOS and Eastern College, we don't just help students become job-ready graduates – we ignite futures. We're seeking kindred spirits who believe that learning can change lives.
As a Canada-owned private career college, our vision is bold, our mission is clear, and our values run deep. Integrity, dedication, readiness, and respect aren't just words – they shape every classroom experience, every team meeting, and every morning coffee.
We're looking for people who:
- 🧭 Lead with integrity — You do what you say you'll do.
- 🔥 Show up with heart — You bring your best to students and colleagues alike.
- 🚀 Embrace growth — You're always learning, always evolving.
- 💛 Value every voice — You believe respect isn't optional; it's essential.
If this sounds like you, you might be exactly who we're looking for.
We're not just hiring – we're building a community of educators and professionals who care deeply, dream boldly, and laugh often, if you're searching for meaningful work that values your contribution, we invite you to apply.
triOS College is proud to be one of Canada's Best Managed Companies for 15 consecutive years – now recognized with Platinum designation. That's not just a badge – it's a reflection of our student-first mindset and unwavering support for our team.
Let's shape the future together.
Job Title:Student Success Advisor
Company:Eastern College
Location: On-site, HalifaxCampus- 6940 Mumford Road, Halifax, NS B3L 0B7
Hours:Full-time. Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Start Date: July 2, 2025
What you"ll be doing:
- Organize and conduct New Student Orientation.
- Meet with all students one month into their program (or earlier if there is an issue). Review with each student how the program is going, is the College meeting their needs, anything further they need or see how something could be improved upon.
- Diffuse upset, angry or hostile students, provide guidance and information, and refer appropriately.
- Identify students at risk or in crisis and proactively connect them with the appropriate resources and supports.
- Follow a prescribed student engagement process with face-to-face meetings, phone calls, surveys and electronic communications to assist students successfully through their program and student experience.
- Manage the student exit survey process, review the results, and make recommendations based on the results to the Campus Director.
- Create Student Success Plans (SSP).
- Work with Instructors to ensure student SSP and accommodations are understood and implemented.
- Provide guidance on personal issues with students and connect them to local counselling resources and/or the student assistance provider (where applicable).
- Act as a back-up Instructor for Student Success Strategies course.
- Manage the Peer Assisted Learning program.
- Assist with the Student Ambassador Program, working with the instructor in charge of this program.
- Communicate concerns about student progress to instructors and administration in conjunction with coaching efforts and strategy.
- Weekly approval of grades in the College Administration System (XCAS).
- Act as Acting Campus Director when the Campus Director is away.
- Other duties as assigned.
What you bring to the position:
- Post-secondary education in business or technology.
- 3+ years of management, operational and/or administrative experience is required.
- CPR and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certifications would be an asset.
- Experience working with students who require accommodations.
- Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint is required.
- An understanding of the Private Career College Industry is preferred.
- This position will require the successful candidate to have their own transportation and a valid driver's license.
We are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and empowers diversity and belonging in the workplace and communities we serve.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from candidates regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.
Applicants with disabilities may notify us of any reasonable accommodations needed to support your participation in the recruitment process.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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