STEM English Language Enhancement and Cultural Program - Yucatán
About the role
Faculty/Department UR International Unit UR International Employee Group Other Collective Agreement Consideration Open to the Public. CUPE 5791 Job Family N/A Category Other Number of Vacancies 2 Position Summary
The STEM English Language Enhancement and Cultural Program is an eight-week immersive initiative hosted by the University of Regina for 30 undergraduate students in STEM disciplines from Yucatán, Mexico.
Facilitation should be designed to support students across varying levels of English proficiency within STEM disciplines, with a strong emphasis on practical communication skills and real-world application. The program will also require ongoing coordination with the Study Abroad and Global Mobility team throughout its implementation and between the two facilitators.
The program integrates discipline-specific English language development with academic enrichment and professional preparation to support success in global STEM environments. Instruction is focused on strengthening communication skills within authentic STEM contexts, enabling participants to:
- Engage in technical discussions
- Collaborate effectively in team-based environments
- Clearly articulate scientific concepts
What You’ll Do:
1. Program Coordination:
- Approx. 40 hours total (prior to program start)
- Develop curriculum that integrates English language instruction (speaking, listening, reading, grammar, vocabulary) within STEM-focused contexts.
- Incorporate applied and experiential learning opportunities where appropriate. Ensure engagement with provincial industry partners and innovation sectors.
2. Facilitation:
- Deliver engaging, interactive programming aligned with objectives
- 3 hours per day, Monday to Friday (excluding holidays)
- Approx. 99 hours total
3. Program Integration
- Participate occasionally in morning or afternoon experiential activities to inform instructional content
- Estimated ~2-4 hours per week
4. Participant Assessment
- Complete a Progress Report for each participant at the end of the program including an overall evaluation of language development and engagement.
- Approx 40 hrs after program ends to report and wrap up with Study Abroad
Position Requirements
What You’ll Bring to this Position:
- Undergraduate degree in a relevant STEM field
- Experience in international contexts and English language proficiency.
- A combination of education and experience may be considered.
Anticipated Timeline
- June 15 – 21: Program creation period
- June 22: Welcome brunch (10:00 – 11:30 AM)
- June 23: First day of instruction
- August 14: Final day of instruction / Farewell lunch (12:30pm-2:00pm)
- August 17 – 19: Submission of participant progress reports
Please note: There are two vacancies, one for a candidate with a background in science, and another for a candidate with a background in engineering. Please indicate what knowledge background you hold in the supplementary question section of the application.
Physical Demands Pay Grade Other Salary Range $26/hour Status Term Work Hours Duration (if Term/Temporary) June 15 - August 19, 2026 Full-Time/Part-Time Full Time Preference Posting No Preference Target Posting Not Targeted
Additional Information
Contact Information
Job Open Date
05/22/2026
Job Close Date
05/29/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Application Instructions
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Safety Statement
The University is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace and strengthening a culture of safety across the campus community. All employees share responsibility for contributing to a safe working environment.
Diversity Statement
The University of Regina is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the community that we serve. The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within the University’s employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, 2018.