Casual – Less than 30 occasions

Saskatchewan Polytechnic considers the diversity of our workforce to be one our leading strengths and greatest assets. Our employee diversity enhances our ability to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse student population. Currently, approximately 20% of our students are Indigenous. A continued emphasis on the development of a representative workforce is one of Sask Polytech’s strategic priorities and, as an organization, we are making significant efforts to attract and retain Indigenous employees.

Job Duties
1. Provide one-to-one or group support to students through the following tutoring modes: online, drop-in, appointment-based, or workshop.
2. Provide general tutoring support to students in specific content areas.
3. Assist students with learning success skills and strategies in the online or face-to-face environment.
4. Assist in identification of study resources appropriate to support specific course content and share with students to improve their individual learning habits.
5. Maintain a positive learning environment while assisting students in building their confidence, knowledge, and abilities in their studies.
6. In consultation with Learning Services Instructors, seek any clarification needed from program instructors to meet course expectations.
7. In consultation with the Learning Services and/or program instructor(s), be reflective of and responsive to accommodation of diverse learning needs, including equity groups and English language learners, through the use of appropriate instructional methodologies.
8. Provide support to Learning Services instructors as directed which includes, but is not limited to, recording and maintaining quantitative records; and researching and collecting student friendly support and reference materials.
9. Work cooperatively in an interdependent team environment.
10. Participate in mentorship and training sessions.
11. Pursue professional development opportunities to keep current with employer and educational requirements.
12. Follow regulations and policies adopted by Saskatchewan Polytechnic
13. Must be available up to 9 hours a week, including evenings and weekends as determined, and be willing to provide flexibility with advanced notice to create a schedule that suits students’ availability.

QSA’s
1. Grade 12 or equivalent.
2. Relevant experience in subject specific content areas and on-line tutoring.
3. Minimum of 6 months’ experience in the last 2 years as a tutor in an online learning environment.
4. Effective oral and written communication skills.
5. Effective interpersonal skills.
6. Excellent organizational skills.
7. Ability to function as team member in an ever-changing environment.
8. Demonstrated competence and recent experience in the use of the internet, e-mail, MS Office Suite software and ability to learn and adapt to changing technology.
9. Demonstrates valuing diversity.