Work in a purpose driven career with MaKami College, a public post-secondary 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 are 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.
This role provides targeted academic support for Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) students, with a primary focus in the Student Support Centre (SSC). The Learning Assistant helps students strengthen their understanding of course material, close learning gaps, and build confidence through individualized and small-group support. The role promotes independent learning while collaborating with instructors to support student success.
Key Accountabilities (key duties & desired outcomes):
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Provide individualized and small-group academic support to ELCC students to help them understand course concepts and expectations
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Assist students in catching up on missed content and strengthening skills in areas where they are experiencing difficulty
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Guide students through assignments, projects, and study strategies while promoting independence and confidence
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Support students with navigating Moodle, including accessing courses, progressing through modules, and completing submissions
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Provide guidance on using SCORM-based learning materials within the LMS environment
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Reinforce and review course material using clear, adaptable explanations tailored to different learning styles
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Monitor student progress and identify ongoing learning challenges, communicating concerns to instructors as needed
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Help students break down complex concepts into manageable steps
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Support time management, organization, and study habits specific to ELCC program requirements
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Encourage active participation and engagement in learning
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Provide consistent, reliable support to students requiring additional assistance to meet program outcomes
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Assist with preparing materials or resources that support student learning when required
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Support classroom learning on an as-needed basis (e.g., assisting individual students during class time)
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Contribute to student success initiatives, SSC activities, and ELCC student services projects
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Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all student interactions
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Early Learning and Child Care certificate (level 2) from a reputable and accredited training institution is required
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Qualifications related to adult education preferred
Other Qualifications:
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Knowledge of adult learning principles
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Familiarity with the Flight Framework preferred
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Digital literacy and learning technology skills
Experience & Skills:
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Experience in childcare, education, or student support preferred
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Experience supporting academic development is an asset
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Strong proficiency in navigating Learning Management Systems (LMS), particularly Moodle or similar platforms
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Ability to troubleshoot and guide students through online course components and technical issues
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills with an approachable and supportive style
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Ability to work effectively with students of diverse abilities and backgrounds with patience and empathy
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Ability to explain concepts clearly and adjust approaches based on student needs
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Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
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Organized with strong attention to detail and ability to support multiple learners
Perks & Benefits:
- Health Spending & Lifestyle Accounts
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Educational Allowance for Professional Development
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Emergency Allowance for Unexpected Needs
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Free Massages at Our Student Clinic
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Discounts on College Programs & Courses
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Staff Discount in College Store
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On-Site Gym Access
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Free Parking
Qualified candidates should reply to this ad with their cover letter and resume. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those who meet our criteria will be contacted to continue in our process.
