Contract Tutors

Résumé du poste

Facilitate student learning in one-on-one and group settings while managing session scheduling and preparation. Ensure accurate data reporting and maintain liaison with instructors and student learning coaches.

Détails du poste

About Olds College of Agriculture & Technology Founded in 1913, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology has been offering high quality hands-on education for over a century. Through our core programming including continuing education, online and blended programming, we provide accessible educational opportunities within Alberta and beyond. We are passionate about the Agriculture industry. Through our applied research and integrated learning, we are proud to be Canada’s Smart Agriculture College, specializing in agriculture, agrifood, horticulture, land and environmental stewardship. We work closely with industry to advance and adapt our programming to ensure our graduates have the skills to succeed. About the Teaching and Learning Centre of Innovation The Teaching and Learning Centre of Innovation (TLCI) at Olds College of Agriculture and Technology serves students, faculty and staff in the following areas: Accessibility Services and Student Academic Support, Learning Commons (including the Library and Service Desk), Educational Development (including program and curriculum support, instructional support, professional development, Work Integrated Learning academic support, and Research and Scholarly Activity), Moodle and Google training and support, The Studio video production services, and the MakerSpace. The Opportunity - Contract Tutor for 2026/27 Academic Year Contract opportunities are available for individuals to provide tutorial assistance to students enrolled in various Olds College programs, especially the areas of expertise listed below (2-10 hours per week). Contract length may be short-term or for the academic year. Tutors must be available to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends. Specific Areas of Expertise: * Veterinary Technician * Digital Agriculture * Business Management * Agriculture Management * Land & Water Science (Anatomy & Pharmacology) * Heavy & Agricultural Equipment Technician * Horticulture Landscape Gardening * Chemistry * Business (Accounting & Economics) Tutors may be assigned hours for face-to-face tutoring funded through the Accessibility Office (students with registered disabilities). Responsibilities will include providing assistance to support the student’s learning and studying. Students arrange tutor sessions directly with each tutor and are overseen by the Accessibility Services Specialist. Tutors with academic background and/or industry experience for the program offered at Olds College are in demand at various periods of the academic year. Successful candidates should have post-secondary education and previous experience teaching/tutoring in one or more of the above areas of study. A combination of education and experience will be considered. The ideal candidate is dynamic and empathetic, with strong interpersonal and communication skills, excellent organizational abilities, and the willingness to work as a member of a team. Previous experience working with students who have learning difficulties is an asset, but is not required. Key Responsibilities: * Facilitating student learning in both one-on-one and group settings * Scheduling sessions * Preparation (content familiarity and materials) * Reporting data as per standards * Ensuring the collection of student feedback * Liaising with Student Learning Coach and Instructors as needed * Participation in learning and sharing opportunities Conditions of Employment: * Current Criminal Reference check that is free of any offenses. * Must respect and actively promote health and safety policies. Open Until Suitable Candidates Selected We thank all individuals for their interest in this position. We appreciate the time involved for candidates in the application process. At this time, please note only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Olds College is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and persons of any sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

Ce que vous ferez

Facilitate student learning in one-on-one and group settings while managing session scheduling and preparation. Ensure accurate data reporting and maintain liaison with instructors and student learning coaches.

Exigences

Candidates must possess post-secondary education and previous experience in teaching or tutoring within the relevant fields. A current criminal reference check is required as a condition of employment.

Compétences indiquées

• Travail d’équipe · Souhaitée
• interpersonal skills · Souhaitée
• Communication Skills · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Tutoring
• Instructional support
• Student academic support
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Organizational abilities
• Teamwork
• Content preparation
• Data reporting
• Student feedback collection
• Empathy
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Organizational Skills
• Video Production
• Research
• Accounting
• Agricultural Equipment
• Agriculture
• Anatomy
• Chemistry
• Applied Research
• Teaching
• Management
• Communication
• Economics
• Higher Education
• Horticulture
• Hydrology
• Innovation
• Landscape Architecture
• Moodle
• Pharmacology
• Scheduling

Domaines d’emploi

• Education
• Agriculture
• Administrative
• Tutor
• Teaching Professionals Not Elsewhere Classified
• Tutors