- Leads, at their respective centre/location(s), the provision of literacy and English learning support programs and services – tutoring, learning groups and workshops - to college students.
- Leads service development for literacy and English learning support programs and services online, particularly tutorials.
- Leads provision of course-embedded tutorials by Peer Leaders.
- Conducts ongoing research and implementation of best practices related to tutoring and literacy/English/language skill development and instructional design/online learning.
- Hires, trains, schedules, supervises, and mentors student staff including peer leaders, peer tutors, and co-op student assistants.
- Tailors and further develops the TLC Tutor Training Development Program as per tutor role needs and in alignment with both the requirements of the International Tutor Training Program certification, hybrid and online deliveries, as well as best practices in the field.
- Tailors and further develops the TLC Peer Leader Training program and training resources in alignment with the requirements of the TLC mandate, COMM curriculum, best practices of online and peer learning, writing skills development, and Universal Design for Learning (UDL).
- Trains and provides ongoing mentorship to Peer Leaders for COMM tutorial support and materials, including regular weekly feedback on tutorial plans, presentations, and assignments.
- Leverages own subject matter expertise and develops and maintains liaison with faculty and staff to a) identify/enhance content and tools for provision of services to meet student academic and language needs, b) to link TLC services to courses in order to reinforce in-class instruction, and c) to ensure content support provided to tutees is consistent with relevant course content, methods and objectives to reinforce course learning.
- Coordinates and delivers at their respective centre/location – or oversees tutor delivery of - workshops/learning groups/ in-class tutoring clinics - to provide English/ESL and related academic skill development and remediation support to students.
- Researches, identifies, and develops – or oversees tutor development of -reference material and tools (print and electronic resources, software, etc.)
- Working with the TLC Manager, TLC Staff team, and college partners, assesses needs and opportunities, plans service delivery, and evaluates service effectiveness.
- Uses a variety of digital tools and platforms (LMS, Teams, TLC tutoring platform, Office 365, etc.).
- Supervises day-to-day operations at their respective centre(s) and online.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Four-year diploma or degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in English, Adult Education, Second Language Education or equivalent, and Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) certification.
- Five years of cumulative experience tutoring English and/or English-as-a-Second Language in formal contexts of an adult education environment, including one year of experience in training, mentorship, supervision, or team leadership.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Learning Management System, and other college applications.
- Knowledge of GBC policies and processes is preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of principles of adult education.
- Commitment to antiracism, anti-oppression, and inclusion.
- Demonstrated leadership in delivering excellent service to others as this is key in supporting the success of our students and our College.
- Demonstrated decision-making, problem-solving, organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent listening, written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills.
- Solid interpersonal and conflict resolution/negotiation skills; high level of tact and diplomacy.
- Flexibility in adapting to change and in participating in consultative decision-making processes.
- Ability to work in a busy environment with conflicting priorities and constant interruptions.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a range of stakeholders.
- Effective ability to interact with others and deal with situations in ways that respect diverse backgrounds, experience, and styles.
- Demonstrated commitment to uphold the College's priorities on diversity and equity.
- The College requires proof of degrees, credentials or equivalencies from accredited regional or federal post-secondary institutions and/or their international equivalents. Credentials may require validation at the time of interviews or offer.
- GBC employees, please use to apply via our internal site using your GBC credentials for consideration.
Tutoring and Learning Centre Advisor - Toronto, Canada - George Brown College
Description
Competition Number: REQ 6036
TITLE: Tutoring and Learning Centre Advisor
DIVISION: Academic Services & Learning Resources
SALARY: Payband J, starting rate $ per hour
HOURS: Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 5:30pm
HOURS PER WEEK: 35
LOCATION: 200 King
STATUS: Temporary Support
EFFECTIVE DATE: May 2024 to June 2025
CLOSING: April 19, 2024
LandAcknowledgement
George Brown College is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time. We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work, and live in the community with each other.
Equity Statement
George Brown College is committed to creating and sustaining an equitable and inclusive learning and working encourage and actively seek applications from Indigenous, Black, racialized people, visible minorities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, all genders, and persons with disabilities.
GBC Vision
To be a college renowned for its inclusion, excellence, relevance, impact, and leadership.
Position Summary:
Theincumbent leads, at their respective centre/location(s), the provision of TLCEnglish/literacy/academic learning support services to GBC students both onlineand in-person. In support of instruction and under the general direction of theManager, TLC, the incumbent leads development and delivery of tutoring,learning group, course-embedded tutorial, and workshop supports focused onstudent English/literacy/study skills/academic needs ranging from general skilldevelopment to skill remediation of at-risk students. The incumbentcollaborates with faculty and staff to meet student academic needs.
Key responsibilities:
Educationaland Experience Requirements:
Skills and Attributes:
*Ability to work both online andon campus is required. Some travel between campuses is required. During peakcycles, overtime and/or shift changes may be required.
Interview process may consist of a practical skills component.
Notes:
About Us:
prides itself on educating students through real-world learning, in the heart of Toronto. Our faculty and employees make this vision a reality, and we support them by making George Brown a . See why we are consistently ranked as one of .
George Brown College offers hybrid work opportunities, a competitive pension plan, generous holiday and vacation time, a tuition assistance program, discounted rates for employees taking Continuing Education courses, and an equitable work environment where everyone matters.
George Brown College is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).