Learning Skills Coordinator: Competition #094
An Internal Posting in the BCGEU Employee Group.
Nelson: Tenth Street
Posted:
Monday, June 04, 2018
Closes: Monday, June 11, 2018
Reporting to the Department Head of Student Access and Support, the Learning Skills Coordinator will be based on the Tenth Street Campus and be responsible for a range of activities. Responsible for activities in a wide range of skill areas: assessing learning needs and developing or providing teaching and learning opportunities to address those needs; supporting students with specific disabilities; providing some exam invigilation; implementing and coordinating the peer tutor program (including tutor training).
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Instructs one-on-one, small group and full classes on a variety of topics by:
- Developing curriculum specific to the needs of individual students or groups and Instructing in subjects such as study strategies, time management and goal setting, decoding, reading comprehension, note-taking, test-taking and memorization techniques, stress management and test anxiety
- Promoting, designing and delivering workshops on specific subject matter to programs and student groups as needed
Supports students at risk by:
- Liaising with students, Instructors, Counsellors, Accessibility Coordinators and other relevant agencies to develop support materials, strategies and action plans; Invigilates tests for students with accommodations including reading and scribing service on an as needed basis
Coordinates and deliver the Peer Tutor Program by:
- Recruiting, hiring and training and supervising peer tutors
- Advertising and soliciting applications; processing paperwork (applications, time sheets, evaluation forms, tutor logs) and training tutors
- Pairing tutors with students, providing ongoing supervision and support and assisting with conflict resolution between tutors and students as needed
Provides resources for students and instructors by:
- Providing books, handouts, videos, web-sites, computer-assisted instructional programs
Maintains records and manage data
- Liaising with students and instructors
- Developing positive relationships with College faculty, staff and other professionals
- Acting with professionalism and integrity at all times
- Performs other duties as assigned
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
- Team player and effective facilitator; excellent teaching skills
- Knowledge and understanding of programs related to specific campus where position is located and a commitment to continuous learning
Education and Experience
- Masters’ Degree in Education or other relevant discipline
- 3-5 years’ experience in similar or related position preferred
This is a 100%, full-time position commencing August 1, 2018 and ending August 1, 2021. The first 2 years will be a term position and the final year will be regularized. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the BCGEU Collective Agreement. The salary range is $2,238 - $3,596 bi-weekly at a 100% appointment and is based on qualifications and experience.
Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to email their chronological resume (along with cover letter, work references and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) no later than 4:00 pm on the closing date to . The personal information provided by applicants is collected pursuant to Sections 26 and 27 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). The required personal information is collected for the purposes of supporting and evaluating your application for employment with Selkirk College and for aggregate statistical purposes. The personal information will be used, retained and only disclosed by Selkirk in accordance with FIPPA. The information is related directly to and needed by Selkirk to initiate the employment application process. The information will be used to contact references supplied by you, evaluate your qualifications, and complete the employment process by making a hiring decision.
Selkirk College is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential and where each member of the college community shares a responsibility for developing and maintaining a healthy work environment in which differences are valued. The college welcomes applications from persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Aboriginal people. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
All résumés must be submitted via email.
This posting closes on Monday, June 11, 2018.