Classroom Tutor in a Literacy Course for Students with Intellectual Disabilities - Competition ID: 4751

Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada’s only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures. As an open-access university, KPU is powered by the people who live and work here. We believe every employee plays a meaningful role in supporting student learning and success. We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. As one of BC’s Top Employers, KPU is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaged workplace where employees feel valued, connected to purpose, and empowered to make an impact. We invite you to explore your next career opportunity at KPU and discover how your work can contribute to a university where thought truly meets action. Competition ID: 4751 Internal Closing Date: Open Until Filled External Closing Date: Open Until Filled # of Openings: 1 Salary Information: Casual Employee - Hourly Rate Employment Type: Temporary Part Time Workplace Type: On-Site Travel Frequency: Employee Group: Casual Employee Days of Work (BCGEU): Hours of Work (BCGEU): Hours per Week (BCGEU): ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE This role reports to the Instructor. Summary As a Classroom Tutor, you will assist faculty and work with non-traditional students, students with intellectual disabilities, who are taking a functional literacy class to develop their language and financial literacy skills. Key Responsibilities Assist faculty with the implementation of small-group and individual instruction that has been planned by the course instructor Assist with class-wide monitoring of student work (small-group or individual work) identified and planned by faculty Tutor students collaboratively (e.g. eliciting answers through questions; acknowledging success by stating specific strengths) Promote independence in students Assist with the collection of data on student performance and progress based on data collection systems provided by faculty Facilitate peer interactions based on guidance from faculty Assist with photocopying, filing and overall organization of classroom materials as needed Qualifications Able to demonstrate appropriate skills in the subject being tutored Preference is given to candidates with relevant post-secondary credentials (e.g. Education Assistant Certificate, B.A., etc.) or candidates who have successfully completed relevant post-secondary courses (e.g. first-year English) Able to relate to students and work with people from diverse backgrounds Strong communication skills (able to speak and write English clearly and correctly) Able to work as part of a team and take direction from faculty Positive, patient, flexible Able to show initiative SALARY INFORMATION Anticipated hourly pay rate: $27.00 Total Rewards As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more! Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU’s workplace, culture and total rewards. Note to Applicants Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community. If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at [email protected]. Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check. We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Assist faculty in implementing small-group and individual instruction for students with intellectual disabilities in a functional literacy course. Support students in developing language and financial literacy skills while collecting performance data and organizing classroom materials.

Candidates should demonstrate skills in the subject being tutored and possess strong English communication skills. Preference is given to those with post-secondary credentials such as an Education Assistant Certificate or a Bachelor's degree.

• Extended Health And Dental Benefits • Healthcare Spending Account • Vacation Package • Defined Pension Plan • Parenthood Top-up • Sick Leave • Long-term Disability • Life Insurance • Professional Development Days • Tuition Waiver • In-house Training & Development • Inter-campus Transportation

• TeamworkPreferred
• interpersonal skillsPreferred
• Communication SkillsPreferred

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• Literacy Tutoring
• Instructional Support
• Student Monitoring
• Data Collection
• Communication Skills
• Teamwork
• Patience
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Interpersonal Skills

• Education
• Social Services

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 27, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Internship