Academic Aide

Bow Valley College is the largest and fastest growing Comprehensive Community College in Alberta. Our mission is to contribute to the vitality of communities and strength of the economy through innovative adult education programs and services which equip students for successful living, lifelong learning, and employment in a global knowledge-based environment.

Our Learner Success Services Department is looking for an Academic Aide to complement their team.

Responsibilities will include:
Act as a reader, scribe or a note taker for an assigned learner with a disability

Assists learners who have difficulties producing written materials in class by taking notes from lectures and presentations.

Works with learners to ensure instructions are well understood.

Assists with writing answers to exam questions exactly as dictated by the learner.

Provides non-tutoring support services during class or after class to complete assignments.

Establishes appropriate responses to learner-initiated interactions; demonstrates good judgment and knowledge on when to escalate or refer learner to other resources.

Promotes an atmosphere of respect for adult learners.

Utilizes current technologies the learner needs or wants to use.

Attends Academic Aide meetings when required to gain and share information.

Act as an invigilator for accommodated testing

Invigilates computer-based and paper-based testing for learners with test accommodations.

Maintains test security.

Logs-on students to password protected computer-based tests.

Collects completed tests and returns tests to appropriate College personnel.

Interacts professionally with BVC learners.

Interacts professionally with BVC staff and faculty.

Deals appropriately with difficult situations and people (i.e., a student caught cheating).

Alternative Format/Material Preparation Support

Prepares alternate format materials for use with assistive technology.

Assists learners by preparing and assembling materials to complete academic projects.

Checks formatted materials for quality and accuracy.

Ensures materials are formatted and distributed in a time

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Diploma in a related field

2 years of related experience

Ability to work independently applying critical thinking skills and problem solving

Able to read, speak and write English fluently

Ability to produce clear, legible and succinct notes from lectures

An equivalent combination of directly related education and experience may be considered

Preferred Qualifications

Training or experience in working with persons with disabilities is preferred

Knowledge of disability related barriers faced by adult learners

Demonstrated organizational skills and initiative

Knowledge of adaptive technology is an asset

Ability to demonstrate appropriate responses to learner-initiated interactions

Ability to utilize current technologies required by the learner

Knowledge of Microsoft Word

Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills appropriate for working with adult learners

This is a casual, AUPE position.

Please note that all successful candidates will be required to provide government issued identification and proof of educational qualifications upon hire and may be required to provide an enhanced police information check.

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

Bow Valley College is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who would contribute to the further diversification of our employees including, but not limited to, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

Minimum Education Requirements

High School

Location

BVC CALGARY – CA (Primary)

Job Family

Student Services

FTE Per Individual (%)

0

Closing Date

7/23/2021

Employment Status

Casual

Salary

$22.05 – $28.26

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