Top Benefits
About the role
Ready for a career at Selkirk College?
Selkirk College is committed to building an environment that celebrates diversity, fosters inclusion, provides culturally safe spaces and empowers underrepresented voices. We are proud of the Indigenization Plan and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Action Plan that guide our work, and we actively seek to hire candidates whose values and experiences align with the principles and goals of these plans.
We recognize the need for interventions to overcome systemic barriers to enable inclusion, participation and belonging for individuals with diverse lived experiences. Candidates who don’t have the exact experience or credentials listed in a job posting should still consider applying for roles where they think they’d make a great fit. We are looking for more than what a resumé can show.
Learning Skills Coordinator
The Learning Skills Coordinator works within the Student Access and Support department to support overall student retention and completion. Collaborating with faculty, Accessibility Coordinator, Counsellors, and other staff, the Learning Skills Coordinator provides individualized and group supports to promote student academic success. Responsibilities include activities in a wide range of areas including; assessing learning needs of students; developing and/or providing teaching and learning opportunities to address those needs; supporting students with specific disabilities; providing exam invigilation which may require reading/scribing in support of students with specific disabilities; implementing and facilitating the peer tutor program (including tutor training); building and delivering in-class workshops related to learning skills, and maintaining accurate records and data management.
Location
Trail
Department
Student Services
Subdepartment
Student Access and Support Services
Employee Group
Other
Recruitment Type
Internal / External
Appointment Type
Short-Term
FTE
20
Hrs / Week
0
Desired Start Date
18/08/2025
End Date (if applicable)
30/06/2026
Closing Date
08/08/2025
Competition #
15067
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Instructs one-on-one, small group and full class on a variety of topics by:
- Developing curriculum specific to the needs of individual students or groups;
- Instructing in subjects such as study strategies, time management and goal setting, decoding, reading comprehension, note-taking, test-taking and memorization techniques, stress management and test anxiety;
- Promoting, designing and delivering workshops on specific subject matter to programs and student groups as needed.
- Supports students at risk by:
- Liaising with students, Instructors, Counsellors, Accessibility Coordinators and other relevant agencies to develop support materials, strategies and action plans;
- Implementing accommodations for students with disabilities and supporting invigilation of tests including reading and scribing service on an as needed basis.
- Maintaining a student-centered approach in designing and delivering individualized study supports.
- Coordinates and delivers the Peer Tutor Program by:
- Recruiting and hiring peer tutors;
- Established supervisory duties for peer tutor program, (applications, time sheets, evaluation forms, tutor logs);
- Training tutors;
- Pairing tutors and students;
- Supporting conflict resolution between tutors and students;
- Providing ongoing supervision and support for tutors; and
- Facilitating evaluation of tutor performance.
- Provides resources for students and instructors by:
- Providing books, handouts, videos, web-sites, computer-assisted instructional programs.
- Maintains records and manages data related to student contact.
- Provides invigilation by:
- Liaising with faculty and /or program coordinators to establish testing and exam schedules for students with accommodations;
- Liaising with instructors and Accessibility Services about testing accommodations;
- Invigilating exams when needed.
- Promotes a respectful and supportive learning environment based on the principles of inclusion, equity and diversity
- Maintains positive relationships with colleagues and other members of the College staff by:
- Developing positive relationships with College faculty, staff and other professionals;
- Being a positive and active participant in the Department’s responsibilities;
- Providing support and cooperative assistance to fellow professionals and College staff; and
- Acting with professionalism and integrity at all times.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills;
- Working knowledge related to common computer applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Adobe Reader);
- Demonstrated team player;
- Effective facilitator;
- Excellent teaching skills;
- Ability to be responsive and flexible;
- Understanding of common disabilities and functional impacts in a post secondary setting;
- Knowledge and understanding of programs related to specific campus where position is located;
- A commitment to continuous learning.
Education and Experience
- Masters’ Degree in Education or other relevant discipline;
- 3-5 years’ experience in similar or related position.
This is a short-term, part-time (20%) position, commencing August 18, 2025, and ending June 30, 2026**. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the applicable Collective Agreement and are based on qualifications and experience.**
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Please be advised that only job postings listed on the official Selkirk College Careers page at careers.selkirk.ca, or on designated Selkirk College bulletin boards, should be considered current and active. Third-party recruitment websites may display outdated or expired postings without the knowledge or authorization of Selkirk College.
To ensure your application is considered, you must apply directly through the Selkirk College Careers page.
We encourage applications from members of groups that have been or are currently marginalized on any grounds, including those enumerated under the BC Human Rights Code. Selkirk College supports applicants with disabilities and will accommodate a candidate’s accessibility needs during the recruitment process in accordance with the BC Human Rights Code and the Accessible British Columbia Act. If you need any adjustments to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@selkirk.ca**.**
Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada to accept a job offer. Permanent jobs are open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, unless otherwise stated in the posting. Candidates with a valid work permit may be eligible for temporary work over the duration of their work permit.
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 apply with their chronological resume (along with cover letter and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) by end of day on the closing date.
Top Benefits
About the role
Ready for a career at Selkirk College?
Selkirk College is committed to building an environment that celebrates diversity, fosters inclusion, provides culturally safe spaces and empowers underrepresented voices. We are proud of the Indigenization Plan and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Action Plan that guide our work, and we actively seek to hire candidates whose values and experiences align with the principles and goals of these plans.
We recognize the need for interventions to overcome systemic barriers to enable inclusion, participation and belonging for individuals with diverse lived experiences. Candidates who don’t have the exact experience or credentials listed in a job posting should still consider applying for roles where they think they’d make a great fit. We are looking for more than what a resumé can show.
Learning Skills Coordinator
The Learning Skills Coordinator works within the Student Access and Support department to support overall student retention and completion. Collaborating with faculty, Accessibility Coordinator, Counsellors, and other staff, the Learning Skills Coordinator provides individualized and group supports to promote student academic success. Responsibilities include activities in a wide range of areas including; assessing learning needs of students; developing and/or providing teaching and learning opportunities to address those needs; supporting students with specific disabilities; providing exam invigilation which may require reading/scribing in support of students with specific disabilities; implementing and facilitating the peer tutor program (including tutor training); building and delivering in-class workshops related to learning skills, and maintaining accurate records and data management.
Location
Trail
Department
Student Services
Subdepartment
Student Access and Support Services
Employee Group
Other
Recruitment Type
Internal / External
Appointment Type
Short-Term
FTE
20
Hrs / Week
0
Desired Start Date
18/08/2025
End Date (if applicable)
30/06/2026
Closing Date
08/08/2025
Competition #
15067
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Instructs one-on-one, small group and full class on a variety of topics by:
- Developing curriculum specific to the needs of individual students or groups;
- Instructing in subjects such as study strategies, time management and goal setting, decoding, reading comprehension, note-taking, test-taking and memorization techniques, stress management and test anxiety;
- Promoting, designing and delivering workshops on specific subject matter to programs and student groups as needed.
- Supports students at risk by:
- Liaising with students, Instructors, Counsellors, Accessibility Coordinators and other relevant agencies to develop support materials, strategies and action plans;
- Implementing accommodations for students with disabilities and supporting invigilation of tests including reading and scribing service on an as needed basis.
- Maintaining a student-centered approach in designing and delivering individualized study supports.
- Coordinates and delivers the Peer Tutor Program by:
- Recruiting and hiring peer tutors;
- Established supervisory duties for peer tutor program, (applications, time sheets, evaluation forms, tutor logs);
- Training tutors;
- Pairing tutors and students;
- Supporting conflict resolution between tutors and students;
- Providing ongoing supervision and support for tutors; and
- Facilitating evaluation of tutor performance.
- Provides resources for students and instructors by:
- Providing books, handouts, videos, web-sites, computer-assisted instructional programs.
- Maintains records and manages data related to student contact.
- Provides invigilation by:
- Liaising with faculty and /or program coordinators to establish testing and exam schedules for students with accommodations;
- Liaising with instructors and Accessibility Services about testing accommodations;
- Invigilating exams when needed.
- Promotes a respectful and supportive learning environment based on the principles of inclusion, equity and diversity
- Maintains positive relationships with colleagues and other members of the College staff by:
- Developing positive relationships with College faculty, staff and other professionals;
- Being a positive and active participant in the Department’s responsibilities;
- Providing support and cooperative assistance to fellow professionals and College staff; and
- Acting with professionalism and integrity at all times.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills;
- Working knowledge related to common computer applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Adobe Reader);
- Demonstrated team player;
- Effective facilitator;
- Excellent teaching skills;
- Ability to be responsive and flexible;
- Understanding of common disabilities and functional impacts in a post secondary setting;
- Knowledge and understanding of programs related to specific campus where position is located;
- A commitment to continuous learning.
Education and Experience
- Masters’ Degree in Education or other relevant discipline;
- 3-5 years’ experience in similar or related position.
This is a short-term, part-time (20%) position, commencing August 18, 2025, and ending June 30, 2026**. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the applicable Collective Agreement and are based on qualifications and experience.**
-
Please be advised that only job postings listed on the official Selkirk College Careers page at careers.selkirk.ca, or on designated Selkirk College bulletin boards, should be considered current and active. Third-party recruitment websites may display outdated or expired postings without the knowledge or authorization of Selkirk College.
To ensure your application is considered, you must apply directly through the Selkirk College Careers page.
We encourage applications from members of groups that have been or are currently marginalized on any grounds, including those enumerated under the BC Human Rights Code. Selkirk College supports applicants with disabilities and will accommodate a candidate’s accessibility needs during the recruitment process in accordance with the BC Human Rights Code and the Accessible British Columbia Act. If you need any adjustments to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@selkirk.ca**.**
Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada to accept a job offer. Permanent jobs are open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, unless otherwise stated in the posting. Candidates with a valid work permit may be eligible for temporary work over the duration of their work permit.
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 apply with their chronological resume (along with cover letter and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) by end of day on the closing date.