Student Development Instructor Life Orientation

The Student Development Instructor - Life Orientation (LO Instructor) plays a vital role in delivering the Life Orientation curriculum based on the CASEL framework for socio-emotional learning. This position involves providing both individual and group counseling to support students facing career and socio-emotional challenges. The instructor takes full responsibility for designing, planning, and executing the student development calendar and leads initiatives to promote mental health awareness and well-being among staff and students at TCF College.

Key Responsibilities

Life Orientation (LO) Curriculum Delivery: Facilitate the LO curriculum using interactive, student-centered methods aligned with the five core competencies of the CASEL framework. Adapt session plans to address the socio-emotional needs, personal growth, and academic transitions of students. Continuously evaluate student engagement and socio-emotional progress to refine teaching strategies that foster resilience and responsible decision-making.

Career & Socio-Emotional Counseling: Conduct regular individual and group counseling sessions to help students manage academic stress, interpersonal challenges, and career uncertainties. Guide students in self-discovery by identifying their strengths, values, and interests to support informed decisions about higher education and career paths. Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to professional ethical standards in all counseling activities.

Student Development Calendar Ownership: Take end-to-end ownership of the student development calendar, including the design, planning, scheduling, and execution of workshops, career sessions, guest lectures, and engagement events. Ensure at least 95% accuracy in scheduling and quality across all activities. Assess the impact of events through post-session feedback and student outcome metrics.

Mental Health & Well-being Awareness: Design and implement mental health awareness campaigns, interactive workshops, and seminars for both students and staff. Equip college staff to recognize early signs of socio-emotional distress and apply supportive interventions in the classroom. Promote wellness practices, stress reduction techniques, and institutional support systems throughout the college community.

Collaboration & Institutional Alignment: Work closely with the College Leadership Team, University Admissions & Alumni leads, and instructional staff to integrate socio-emotional development into broader college programs. Align student development activities with key institutional goals related to student retention, academic performance, and successful tertiary transitions. Coordinate with external mental health professionals or career counselors when specialized support is needed.

Data Management & Reporting: Maintain accurate and confidential records of counseling cases, workshop attendance, and socio-emotional development indicators. Prepare regular reports and analytics on student development activities, workshop outcomes, and mental health initiatives for management review.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology, Behavioral Sciences, Counseling, Education, or a related field from a reputable institution.
- Strong understanding and practical application of the CASEL framework, including self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making.
- Proven experience in empathetic counseling, active listening, and career guidance tailored to adolescents and college students.
- Demonstrated ability to design, manage, and execute student development calendars, events, and workshops with high accuracy.
- Sound knowledge of mental health strategies, stress management, and crisis referral processes.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, public speaking, and group facilitation skills.
- Strong organizational skills for maintaining confidential documentation and tracking program performance.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

Candidates with 1 to 3 years of experience in youth instruction, socio-emotional coaching, student counseling, or workshop facilitation—preferably within education or development sectors—will be highly regarded. The role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student well-being and development within a supportive college environment.