[ENCI-l] Job Opening -- Learning Assistants (P/T, Winter 2018)

[engg.academic]

ENGINEERING ACADEMIC SUCCESS CENTRE
(formerly known as DARC)

STUDENT POSITION

LEARNING ASSISTANT



The Schulich School of Engineering at the University of Calgary invites applications for student employees to serve as part-time Learning Assistants for the Engineering Academic Success Centre in the Winter 2018 term.  The Engineering Academic Success Centre (formerly known as DARC) is a space where Schulich students can congregate to study, interact, and get access to academic support resources.  The Centre includes space for independent and small group study, a seminar room for seminars and workshops, and four tutorial rooms for one-on-one and small group tutorial assistance.  The Engineering Academic Development Specialist works out of the Engineering Academic Success Centre, and advises on academic skills and challenges.

Learning Assistants will provide tutoring assistance and support for 1st and 2nd year engineering core courses as follows.  (Assistance and support in Program-Specific Upper-Year Courses may also be provided.)



Engineering Core Courses





Program-Specific Upper-Year Courses


MATH 277 (Calculus), or equivalent

CHEM 209 (Chemistry)

ENGG 201 (Liquids, Gases and Solids)

ENGG 202 (Statics)

ENGG 225 (Circuits)

PHYS 259 (Electricity and Magnetism)

ENGG 311 (Thermodynamics)

ENGG 317 (Mechanics of Solids)





ENER 460 (Dynamics)

ENCH 315 (Chemical Engineering Process Calculation)

ENME 341 (Fluid Mechanics)

ENEL 343 (Circuits II)

ENEL 327 (Signals and Transforms)

ENGO 361 (Least Squares Estimation)






The course descriptions can be found in the 2017/18 University Calendar or online at:

  *   ENGG courses: http://www.ucalgary.ca/pubs/calendar/current/engineering.html

  *   ENER courses:  http://www.ucalgary.ca/pubs/calendar/current/energy-engineering.html




Description:

Learning Assistants are student leaders who provide motivation for learning and act as a role model to their fellow peers.  Learning Assistants work with students one-on-one or as a group, to answer questions on course content, offer practice problems and provide study strategies.  Students will seek assistance on a drop-in basis.



Qualifications:

Learning Assistants are selected on the basis of academic skill, leadership, character and the ability to communicate well with others.  They are expected to have extensive knowledge about the subject and be able to communicate that knowledge to other students and peers.

All individuals in the Learning Assistant position must:

  1.  Be in good standing with the University of Calgary, and the Schulich School of Engineering;

  2.  Possess a mastery of the subject being tutored, having obtained an overall GPA of 3.00, and earned a B or higher in the specific course(s) they choose to tutor or in the approved alternatives as identified below (transcripts will be reviewed);

  3.  Be a senior-level undergraduate student (3rd or 4th year) or graduate student in engineering (or related area of study such as Physics or Math).

Completion of the My First Six Weeks or Skills for Success programs (offered through the Student Success Centre) would be an asset, as would completion of one or more Student Success Seminars.



Course


Approved Alternatives


MATH 277 (Calculus for Engineers or Scientists)


AMAT 219


CHEM 209 (General Chemistry for Engineers)


CHEM 201 & CHEM 203
CHEM 211 & CHEM 213


ENER 460 (Dynamics for Energy Engineering II)


ENGG 349 & ENME 473







Skills:

Applicants should exhibit the following skill-set:

  *   Excellent level of responsibility, reliability, and punctuality;

  *   Demonstrate an ability to quickly establish rapport and communicate well with staff, faculty and students;

  *   Ability to work well with peers and faculty;

  *   Ability to maintain confidentiality;

  *   Ability to be empathetic to students having difficulties;

  *   Mastery of subject being tutored;

  *   Good overall academic ability;

  *   Exemplary communication skills.



Requirements:

Depending on the level of expertise and availability, applicants may assist in multiple courses.  Learning Assistants must attend a training session and commit to a minimum of two shifts / week during the school term, and a minimum of two shifts during the final exams period.  Tutoring shifts will typically be 2 hours in length (with an additional hour of paid preparation time).  When not tutoring students, Learning Assistants will work on projects as assigned by the Engineering Academic Development Specialist.

This position reports directly to the Engineering Academic Development Specialist.  The Engineering Academic Development Specialist supervises the Learning Assistant Team, under the portfolio of the Associate Dean (Student Affairs and International).



Responsibilities:

Learning Assistants (LAs) are expected to assume duties and responsibilities listed below.  LAs may be expected to perform other duties as required in their respective subject areas.

  *   Meet with students one-on-one or in groups to answer questions on course content, offer practice problems, and provide study strategies.

  *   Demonstrate academic integrity, especially when answering questions about assignments or other graded work.

  *   Assist with projects when not tutoring students.

  *   Provide availability to the Engineering Academic Development Specialist for scheduled shifts.

  *   Be punctual for scheduled shifts.  It is the responsibility of the Learning Assistant to notify the Engineering Academic Development Specialist if they cannot cover their scheduled shift due to an emergency or extenuating circumstance.

  *   Oversee and assist with Engineering Academic Success Centre operations.

  *   Complete bi-weekly timesheets online through Business Administration System in a timely manner, for appropriate payment.

  *   Report any problems or concerns to the Engineering Academic Development Specialist immediately.

  *   Serve as a role model for students seeking academic assistance.

  *   Follow the University of Calgary policies and procedures and behave in accordance with the School’s values and expectations.



To Apply:

Please apply online via Career Link<https://careerlink.ucalgary.ca/home.htm> (University of Calgary’s Career Services website), Job ID: 37904 by Sunday, November 19, 2017.  After that date, interested parties should inquire (EASC at ucalgary.ca<mailto:EASC at ucalgary.ca>) whether late applications will be considered.

Applications should include:

  *   resume

  *   cover letter

  *   list of courses you would like to help with; to be considered for the position, you must be willing to offer tutoring assistance in at least 2 Engineering Core Courses (from the left-hand column above).

  *   names and current contact information for a minimum of two references who are aware of your application for this position; at least one of these references should be a work or academic reference (as opposed to a character reference).

Note: Your grades and standing will be reviewed upon applying.

Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview during the last week of November or the first week of December.  If contacted, applicants will be asked to demonstrate their skill-set during an interview.



All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. The University of Calgary respects, appreciates and encourages diversity.

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