[ENCI-l] Job Opening - Learning Assistants (Summer 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 Spring and Summer 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.
The Learning Assistants will provide tutoring assistance and support for engineering courses in our Energy Engineering Program, as follows:

Spring 2018



Summer 2018

ENER 240 (Mechanics / Calculus)
MATH 209 (Applied and Computational Linear Algebra for Energy Engineers)



ENER 260 (Statics / Algebra)
ENGG 201 (Liquids, Gasses, and Solids)
ENER 340 (Dynamics / Differential Equations)

The course descriptions can be found in the 2018/19 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); and
  3.  Be a senior-level undergraduate student (3rd or 4th year) or graduate student in engineering (or related area of study such as Physics, Chemistry or Math).

Course

Approved Alternatives

ENGG 201 (Liquids, Gasses, and Solids)

None

ENGG 319 (Probability and Statistics)

None

MATH 209 (Applied and Computational Linear Algebra for Energy Engineers

MATH 211
and one of the following:
     ENGG 407, ENEL 102, or ENCH 407

ENER 240 (Mechanics / Calculus)

ENGG 349 required; MATH 277 would be an asset.

ENER 260 (Statics / Algebra)

MATH 211
and ENGG 202

ENER 340 (Dynamics / Differential Equations)

MATH 375 (or AMAT 307)
and ENGG 349


Willingness and ability to support one of the following courses would be considered an asset:  ENGG 202, ENGG 225, ENGG 233, ENGG 349, MATH 211, MATH 375.

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.

Skills:
Applicants should exhibit the following skill-set:

  *   Excellent level of responsibility, reliability, and punctuality;
  *   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; and
  *   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 during the school term, and a minimum of two shifts during the final exams periods.  Tutoring shifts for part-time positions will typically be 3 hours in length, with longer shifts possible.  Tutoring shifts may include evenings and / or weekends.  When not tutoring students, Learning Assistants will work on projects as assigned by the Engineering Academic Development Specialist.
The Engineering Academic Development Specialist coordinates and oversees the day-to-day operation of the Learning Assistant Team, under the supervision of the Manager, Engineering Student Centre, and under 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 your responsibility to notify the Engineering Academic Development Specialist if you cannot make your 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 the UofC Career Services<https://careerlink.ucalgary.ca/home.htm> website, Job ID 40802 by Sunday, March 18th, 2018; 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; please state in your cover letter whether you would like to be considered for full-time or part-time work,
  *   list of courses you would like to considered for; preference will be given to applicants who are able to offer assistance in both Spring and Summer Energy Engineering (ENER) courses.
  *   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 March or first week of April.  If contacted, applicants will be asked to demonstrate their skill-set during the 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.

-------------- next part --------------
An HTML attachment was scrubbed...
URL: http://mailman.ucalgary.ca/pipermail/engg-enci-l/attachments/20180227/16ace0b5/attachment.html