Tutor & Academic Coach - Casual

Job Description

TUTOR & ACADEMIC COACH (CASUAL)

ACADEMIC SUPPORT CENTRE

NorQuesters are difference makers and we’re searching for someone dedicated to making a difference to join our Learning Support team as a Tutor & Academic Coach (casual). The successful candidate will passionately advance student learning and success; compassionately meet each student where they are at; work collaboratively with Learning Support colleagues, Faculty, and staff in other departments to find ways forward; and enthusiastically lead from where they are with innovative ideas, approaches, and processes.

Tutors & Academic Coaches provides tutoring and academic coaching to students taking foundational and post-secondary courses in English, humanities, math, science, business and more, both in-person and online. Tutors & Academic Coaches work with students via multiple delivery channels, including drop-in tutoring and academic coaching; coaching appointments through a Habits for Success program, and coaching appointments for students referred by Accessibility Services. You will have the opportunity to experiment with varied approaches to supporting learners and the opportunity to innovate, as we transform our services to meet the college’s strategic goals and work towards our commitment to Indigenization, decolonization and becoming an anti-racist organization.

*This is a casual position to June, 2024 with opportunities for Saturday and weekday shifts.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

• Provide tutoring and academic coaching support to students.
• Assess learning needs, collaborate with students to facilitate content mastery and build individualized learning strategy toolkits that support independence and self-regulation both in-person and online.
• Provide a safe, inclusive, and holistic learning experience for all students.
• Liaise with teaching faculty, Learner Centre staff, Accessibility Services, Indigenous Student Services, and other college areas to provide wrap-around academic support.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with program areas within an assigned liaison portfolio.
• Maintain close working relationships with Library staff and Accessibility Services in the integrated Learner Centre service environment.
• Implement projects and initiatives that support students’ academic success.
• Contribute to, or lead, the development, implementation, and evaluation of projects and initiatives, such as remedial support initiatives with program areas, and collaborative initiatives with Accessibility Services.
• Contribute to on-going quality improvement in educational practice and service excellence.
• Contribute to the evolution and innovation of best practices, tools, and resources that support educational practice and excellence in service provision.
• Engage in development opportunities, both internally and externally, as part of performance development planning, including peer learning and case conferencing.
• Lead, or participate in, various operational functions, such as promotions and scheduling.
• Capture accurate usage metrics for the purposes of decision-making and reporting.

WHAT YOU BRING

• A Graduate degree (MEd, MA, MSc or related) and a degree in Education (at the undergraduate or graduate level) are required. Equivalent education and related experience may also be considered.
• Specialization is required in English, writing, math, science and/or business math (inclusive of foundational language learning and academic writing), with applied knowledge of adult learning theory.
• 2 years' related experience, working with adult learners, inclusive of those who have English as an additional language, those with disabilities, and those with barriers to learning.
• Informal/formal training related to equity, diversity, inclusion, Indigenization, decolonization.
• Confident computer/technology skills and the ability to learn new technology quickly.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?

As a difference maker you bring:

• Knowledge and application of Universal Design in service structures and approaches to remove barriers to learning.
• Application of learning theory and adult education principles to facilitate self-regulation and independence in learners.
• A commitment to Indigenization and decolonization; application of an anti-racist/anti-oppressive lens to the development of practices, and learning and working environments.
• Transformational innovation that moves beyond traditional practices in learning support services.
• Excellence in service provision.
• Flexibility and the ability to lead from where you are as an integral team member.
• Recognition that we are greater than they and that all initiatives support the Tutorial and Academic Coaching Centre and the college.
• Bold curiosity and a willingness to learn new technology; previous experience with Moodle, BlackBoard Ultra, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Office, and PeopleSoft preferred.
• Contribution to a safe and inclusive learning and working environment that fosters belonging and well-being.

SALARY: $32.21 - $41.83/hour reflective upon what you bring AKA your education and experience, plus 11.2% in lieu of vacation. This is a casual opportunity to June, 2024.

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:

We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.  

NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.  

NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.  

ACCESSIBILITY: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self.  If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to human.resources@norquest.ca. 

APPLY TO BECOME A NORQUESTER: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.

PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.

COMPETITION NUMBER: 2023-4271

CLOSING DATE: October 31, 2023 at 11:59 PM MDT

Salary : $32 - $42