About the role
Position Information
Position Number
P00351
Position Title
Teaching Assistant – School of Business
Supervisor Department
Business Administration
Supervisor
Rita Clark, Brad Steinbart
Location
Kelowna, Vernon
Other Flexible Work Options
Your Opportunity
In accordance with LOU #7, Teaching Assistants and Laboratory Demonstrators, employees are hired to assist in the Learning Center as peer tutors, employed to perform work which falls under the jurisdiction of the support staff bargaining unit. Employees hired as peer tutors will perform work not normally covered by an existing classification of this bargaining unit.
Under the direct supervision of the College Professor the Peer Tutor will provide student-to-student academic coaching to help encourage and strengthen a student. Peer tutors do not provide “answers” but rather assist in the learning process.
Functions and Duties
Under supervision of the College Professor will perform the following duties:
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Assist students with course materials relating to academic subjects in Business Administration or test preparation.
-
Help students with subject content according to individual strengths
-
Learn and be able to help students with study strategies and techniques
Position Specific Functions
Education and Experience
Must be currently enrolled and have completed at least 48 credits in a Business Administration program, preferably in the degree program with a strong grasp on the subject matter in their program. Must have a minimum Grade Point Average of 75% prior to and during the contract term.
Skills and Abilities
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Thorough understanding of relative subjects
-
Ability to support the academic development of the student being tutored by assisting in the understanding of concepts in a specific course
-
Strong interpersonal, problem solving, communication and time management skills
-
Respect for confidentiality
Position Specific Education and Experience
Desired Start Date
09/15/2025
Position End Date
12/18/2025
Schedule
To be confirmed.
Hourly Rate
18.42
Appointment Type
Support Non-Regular Student
Posting Detail Information
Competition Number
S000412
Open Date
09/10/2025
Posting Close Date
09/30/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
If you have any questions related to this student teaching assistant position, please contact Brad Steinbart at BSteinbart@okanagan.bc.ca.
Inclusion Statement
Okanagan College is committed to increasing the equitable and inclusive participation of marginalized people in all aspects of college life. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black People, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities or expressions. People with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, AccessibilityHR@okanagan.bc.ca.
About the role
Position Information
Position Number
P00351
Position Title
Teaching Assistant – School of Business
Supervisor Department
Business Administration
Supervisor
Rita Clark, Brad Steinbart
Location
Kelowna, Vernon
Other Flexible Work Options
Your Opportunity
In accordance with LOU #7, Teaching Assistants and Laboratory Demonstrators, employees are hired to assist in the Learning Center as peer tutors, employed to perform work which falls under the jurisdiction of the support staff bargaining unit. Employees hired as peer tutors will perform work not normally covered by an existing classification of this bargaining unit.
Under the direct supervision of the College Professor the Peer Tutor will provide student-to-student academic coaching to help encourage and strengthen a student. Peer tutors do not provide “answers” but rather assist in the learning process.
Functions and Duties
Under supervision of the College Professor will perform the following duties:
-
Assist students with course materials relating to academic subjects in Business Administration or test preparation.
-
Help students with subject content according to individual strengths
-
Learn and be able to help students with study strategies and techniques
Position Specific Functions
Education and Experience
Must be currently enrolled and have completed at least 48 credits in a Business Administration program, preferably in the degree program with a strong grasp on the subject matter in their program. Must have a minimum Grade Point Average of 75% prior to and during the contract term.
Skills and Abilities
-
Thorough understanding of relative subjects
-
Ability to support the academic development of the student being tutored by assisting in the understanding of concepts in a specific course
-
Strong interpersonal, problem solving, communication and time management skills
-
Respect for confidentiality
Position Specific Education and Experience
Desired Start Date
09/15/2025
Position End Date
12/18/2025
Schedule
To be confirmed.
Hourly Rate
18.42
Appointment Type
Support Non-Regular Student
Posting Detail Information
Competition Number
S000412
Open Date
09/10/2025
Posting Close Date
09/30/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
If you have any questions related to this student teaching assistant position, please contact Brad Steinbart at BSteinbart@okanagan.bc.ca.
Inclusion Statement
Okanagan College is committed to increasing the equitable and inclusive participation of marginalized people in all aspects of college life. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black People, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities or expressions. People with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, AccessibilityHR@okanagan.bc.ca.