Teaching Assistant

The mission of Campbell College is to provide exceptional career and technical training through a commitment to educational excellence strengthened by quality instruction, a positive learning environment, and the integration of emerging technologies to enable students to achieve their potential, participate in new employment opportunities, and continue to be lifelong learners.

Our Vocational Training Programs are very unique, and we stand out from other schools. We believe in traditional instructor-led training integrated with guided hands-on skills practice, and one-on-one support is always available. Technical skills are very important, we also concentrate equally on communication and interpersonal skills.

Overview

We are seeking a qualified Teaching Assistant to join our Business or Education program. You will be responsible for engaging and supporting students with their classroom learning and provide individualized support to students in need.

Ideal candidates must have a passion for teamwork, a commitment to student development and success. Candidates who are eager to take on a role with a variety of responsibilities are encourage to apply.

Responsibilities

• Respond to student inquiries and provide feedback to students in a respectful and timely manner
• Attend classroom sessions from one of the Edmonton Campuses
• Participate in small group exercises
• Stimulate student interest, enthusiasm, and encourage student engagement
• Reinforce learning (but not deliver/or repeat materials, e.g., for students who miss class)
• Emphasize relevant course content, provide examples to reinforce learning, direct students to additional resources
• Share industry-related knowledge, expertise, and passion with the students
• Provide guidance and support to adult learners
• Ensure students have access to relevant course materials (e.g. upload and update course materials on Moodle, return marked assignments, etc.)
• Upholding the policies and regulations of the programs
• Giving projects and assignments to the students
• Correcting test papers, grading and posting grades in a timely manner
• Distributing learning materials to the students
• Providing additional teaching support for slower learners
• Building a strong relationship with the students
• Reporting student progress, attendance and grades
• Performing other administrative tasks around the school as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Education or related field of study required
• Experience in using a learning management system (LMS) and other classroom technologies an asset
• Proven excellent English proficiency (oral and written)
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Patience and the ability to work well with diverse groups of students
• Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively with the lead instructor
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced classroom environment
• A positive attitude and presentable appearance
• Ability to solve problems
• Good interpersonal skills and organizational skills
• Demonstrate multicultural sensitivity and awareness
• Ability to manage time effectively
• Strong work ethic.

If your education credentials are from outside of Canada, please include Canadian equivalency report from IQAS or WES.

Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed
• Weekends only

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Work Location: In person