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Distance Education Tutor - BuAd 350 Capital Markets

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Competition Details

Position Information

Position Number P00302
Position Title Distance Education Tutor - BuAd 350 Capital Markets
Division/Portfolio Continuing Studies and Corporate Training
Department/Program Distance Education On-line
Location
Other Flexible Work Options Remote Work (BC Only)
Your Opportunity
Reporting to the Academic Dean and working under the direction of the Distance Education Program Administrator, Distance Education Tutors are responsible for tutoring and assessing the course work of students who are enrolled in the assigned Distance Education course.
Functions and Duties
• Develop and prepare distance education course materials in collaboration with faculty.
• Provide timely and effective academic support to students via the Learning Management System (LMS), email and other digital communication tools.
• Initiate contact with students to confirm enrollment and maintain regular engagement to foster a supportive learning environment.
• Monitor and document student progress, offering personalized feedback and interventions as needed.
• Evaluate and provide constructive feedback on assignments and examinations, ensuring a turnaround time that meets departmental standards.
• Maintain scheduled virtual office hours for student consultations, ensuring availability and accessibility.
• Coordinate with the Distance Education department to align assignment schedules with exam and course completion dates.
• Submit final grades and assessment reports to the Registrar and Distance Education department within the established timeframe.
• Perform additional duties related to the course or tutoring services as required.
Education and Experience
The minimum qualification is a Master’s degree, or an equivalent level credential as appropriate for the discipline.Independent, post-secondary or public school work experience or relevant non-teaching work experience directly related to the duty assignment.

Experience demonstrating a learner-centered teaching philosophy is desired.

An active profile in scholarship, research and creative activity is an asset.
Skills and Abilities
  • In-depth knowledge of the subject matter with the ability to effectively tutor at a post-secondary level.
  • Proficiency in utilizing and adapting to various technologies and digital tools relevant to distance education and the academic discipline.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to fostering a collaborative and inclusive educational environment.
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to provide academic guidance tailored to individual student needs.
Preferred Qualifications
Desired Start Date 09/01/2024
Position End Date (if temporary) 08/31/2025
Schedule
Annual Salary/Hourly Rate Tutors are paid a per student rate per registration ($92.22) and course completions ($72.65) as per the Okanagan College Faculty Association Collective Agreement. Tutors can have up to 30 students for a semester
Appointment Type Faculty - Part-time Term
Special Instructions to Applicants
Employee Group Faculty
Posting Detail Information

Competition Number C002781
Posting Open Date 04/18/2024
Posting Closing Date 05/02/2024
Open Until Filled No
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.

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  1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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    • academicacareers.ca
    • AcademicCareers.com
    • Academy of Management
    • Accelerate Okanagan
    • Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
    • BCCPA.ca
    • BCLA.bc.ca
    • castanet.net
    • CAUT
    • CICAN
    • collegesinstitutes.ca
    • educationcanada.com
    • Eluta
    • Facebook
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    • Higher Education
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    • ica.bc.ca
    • indeed.ca
    • IndigenousCareers.org
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    • Job Bank
    • kijiji.ca
    • linkedin.com
    • Newsletter/E-subscribe
    • Newspaper
    • okanagan.bc.ca
    • payroll.ca
    • Senior Women Academic Administrators of Canada (SWAAC)
    • Tradestrainingbc.ca
    • universityaffairs.ca
    • WorkBC.ca
  2. What is the highest level of education attained?
    • GED
    • High School Diploma
    • Diploma/Trade
    • Bachelor's Degree
    • Master's Degree
    • PhD
  3. * Do you currently work, or have you worked for Okanagan College?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. If yes, please enter your 9-digit employee ID#.

    (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume/CV
  2. Cover Letter
  3. References
Optional Documents