Mtf Junior Learning Assistant - Calgary, Canada - MaKAmi College

MaKAmi College

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Calgary, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Work in a purpose driven career with MaKami College, a provincially licensed college that has been helping students for over 20 years with locations in Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta.

MaKami College offers students in-person, online, and blended programs in Massage Therapy, Health Care Aide, Business Administrative Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, and more.

Rapidly growing, we are working to expand our campuses into cities across Canada, and continuously working to add programs to our course catalogue.

We work with our team to grow and develop in areas they are passionate about, focusing on our MaKami Pillars - Leadership, Professionalism, Helpfulness, and Inspiration.

MaKami team members are provided with many opportunities for professional career growth in a fulfilling and dynamic work environment.

The MaKami team is passionate about creating generational change through education, and we provide the tools and a safe environment for our staff to change the lives of our students and their families.

The primary responsibility of a Learning Assistant is to support student learning by assisting within three areas of Student Services - classroom, field trips and in the Student Success Centre.

Major Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

Assist with preparing for lessons by getting materials ready or setting up equipment
Copying of instructional materials, assignments, exams, etc.
Ensuring that the classroom environment is positive and pleasant, without the distraction of disorder and mess (i.e. cleanliness of the room, lighting appropriate, etc.)
Support individual students during class time to ensure understanding of key concepts and course requirements (i.e. assignments)
Supervise students during class when the lead instructor is not present
Observe student's developmental issues and communicate findings to lead instructors
Participate as a supervisor for outreaches and events outside of the classroom
Provide tutoring services to students in areas of expertise
Distribute teaching materials to students during class time such as textbooks, workbooks and papers
Distribute tests and homework assignments, and collect them when they are completed
Mark tests and assignments as directed by the Lead Instructor
Enforce administration policies and rules governing students
Take class attendance when directed by the Instructor
Reinforce lessons presented by Instructors by reviewing material with students oneonone or in small groups

Experience and Education

Registered Massage Therapist
Previous teaching or learning assistant experience
Good listening skills and is approachable
Able to work with students with different abilities and backgrounds and demonstrate patience when dealing with students who struggle with material.
Familiar with classroom routines
Able to manage difficult behavior's
Composure, tact and maturity in dealing with conflict