Writing Centre Tutor: Competition #162
An Internal/External Posting in the SCFA Employee Group.
Castlegar
Posted:
Thursday, August 22, 2019
Closes: Friday, September 06, 2019
The School of University Arts and Sciences is seeking a Writing Centre Tutor to engage in one-on-one and group tutorial sessions on the Castlegar campus.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Engage with students with one-on-one tutorial
- Introduce alternative or expanded information to enhance student understanding
- Lead workshops on specific topics or writing assignments
- Collaborate with other tutors and instructors
- Attend school meetings
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds of students
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both orally and in writing)
- Exemplary understanding of grammar and sentence structure, research and citation, and strategies for composing in a variety of discursive modes
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in English or in a related discipline
This is a short-term, casual position up to 16 hours/week commencing September 16, 2019 and ending December 6, 2019. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Selkirk College Faculty Association Collective Agreement Schedule G – Tutors. The salary range is $24.73 - $30.62 per hour 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 Friday, September 06, 2019.