TUTOR & ACADEMIC COACH, ENGLISH AND WRITING

Job Description: TUTOR & ACADEMIC COACH, ENGLISH AND WRITING
LEARNING SUPPORT

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 (English and Writing). 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.

The Tutor & Academic Coach (English and Writing) position provides tutoring and academic coaching to students taking foundational and post-secondary courses in English, humanities, social sciences, 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.

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This is a term position that works daytime weekday shifts from mid-August 2021 to April 30, 2022.

How you’ll make a difference

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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

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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

Contribute to operational excellence

• 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

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A Graduate degree (MEd, MA, 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 and writing (inclusive of foundational language learning and academic writing), with applied knowledge of adult learning theory
• Minimum of 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 are required
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written) are required

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What makes you a Difference Maker?
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• 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

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SALARY: *$59,974 to $77,877 reflective upon what you bring. AKA your education and experience. Term positions do not currently qualify to participate in our extended health or pension programs.

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COMPETITION NUMBER: *2021-3011

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CLOSING DATE: *Friday, June 11, 2021

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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.

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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.

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Difference Makers._* If we were to describe what NorQuest College is, we’d say these two words. We are so fundamentally driven in our mission to make a difference to our students, our community, and to our fellow NorQuesters, that it guides what we do, who we meet, and where we are headed.
So how do we make differences?

• We empower NorQuesters. When it comes to working, it’s up to you to decide where (on campus or from another location) and how you work. NorQuesters are expected to embody our Qs—lead from where you are, be dependable, find ways forward—to name a few, but how you do that is your choice!
• We unlock potential. Whether its newcomers to Canada who want to improve their English, students who want to complete their academic upgrading, learners pursuing post-secondary education, or anyone who wishes to strengthen their skills through professional development, our passion to educate touches people of all levels and all backgrounds.
• We strengthen Alberta. From our graduates who hit the ground running, to our partnerships with government, industry, and business, to our commitment to communities, including a dedicated focus on Indigenous communities, we contribute to our province and make it stronger. We strive to be an employer of choice for First Nations, Metis and Inuit people in Canada by leading, supporting, and being an ally through our work toward decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

And that’s a snapshot of how we are Difference Makers. But there’s so much more to us and we invite you to explore further!

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $59,974.00-$77,877.00 per year