Contract Tutor - Business programs

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, Business programs

A contract opportunity is available to tutor Olds College students in Learning Commons (library) during the 2024 / 2025 academic year.

Hours vary according to subject and student needs. Applicants must be prepared to work flexible hours, which may include days and / or evenings.

The tutor(s) will facilitate student learning in both one-on-one and small group settings. Preference will be given to those individuals with familiarity with Olds College programming.

Responsibilities also include data recording / reporting as assigned. Tutor / s will report to the Manager, Student Experience and Educational Design, but may be required to communicate and collaborate with instructors as needed.

The ideal candidate possesses a Baccalaureate or Diploma in a related discipline (Business Administration, Accounting, Management, etc.

and tutoring / teaching experience at the post-secondary level. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered, but the successful candidate / s will have a strong understanding of Accounting, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics and Finance.

The ideal candidate possesses strong interpersonal skills, as well as time management skills and a willingness to learn and grow professionally.

The candidate must be an effective communicator comfortable working with diverse populations (including those for whom English is a second language).

The appropriate technology and connectivity to videoconference is a requirement for virtual tutoring. Enthusiasm for integrating technology into learning strategies is desirable;

successful candidates will be proficient in both MS Office and the Google suite of apps.

Applicants should indicate their willingness and ability to tutor online, in person, or both.

Open until suitable candidate found.

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.