Learning Assistant (BA & MOA)

MaKami College; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking educational institution as a Learning Assistant, where you will empower students in their Business Administrative and Medical Office Assistant programs. This role is centered around providing personalized tutoring and academic support, helping students thrive in their studies while developing essential skills for their future careers. You will play a pivotal role in fostering a supportive learning environment, encouraging active participation, and adapting strategies to meet individual learning needs. If you are passionate about making a difference in students' lives and contributing to their success, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in business administration or medical office administration is an asset.
• Previous tutoring, teaching, or mentoring experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and group tutoring sessions to students.
• Assist students in understanding course material and exam preparation.
• Support students in developing technical skills and effective study strategies.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Patience

Adaptability

Student-focused Approach

Education

Post-secondary diploma or degree in Business Administration

Post-secondary diploma or degree in Medical Office Assistant

Post-secondary diploma or degree in Education

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Moodle

Teams

Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems

Job description

Marlborough Mall Campus, 1600 - 3800 Memorial Drive NE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada Req #241

March 5, 2025

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 continuously 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.

We are seeking a dedicated full time Learning Assistant to support students enrolled in the Business Administrative Assistant and Medical Office Assistant programs. This role focuses on providing tutoring, academic support, and study strategies to help students succeed in their coursework and develop essential skills for their future careers.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide one-on-one and group tutoring sessions to students in business administration and medical office assistant courses.
2. Assist students in understanding course material, assignments, and exam preparation.
3. Offer guidance on effective study strategies, time management, and organizational skills.
4. Support students in developing their technical skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems such as HealthQuest.
5. Help students navigate online learning platforms such as Moodle and Teams.
6. Encourage active participation in coursework and discussions.
7. Identify and address individual learning needs by adapting support strategies accordingly.
8. Provide mentorship and motivation to enhance student confidence and professionalism.
9. Collaborate with faculty members to identify areas where students need additional support.
10. Maintain accurate records of student progress and support provided.
11. Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

1. A post-secondary diploma or degree in Business Administration, Medical Office Assistant, Education, or a related field.
2. Experience in business administration, medical office administration, or a clinical setting is an asset.
3. Previous tutoring, teaching, or mentoring experience preferred.
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
5. Familiarity with online learning platforms such as Moodle and Teams.
6. Knowledge of Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems like HealthQuest is an asset.
7. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
8. Patience, adaptability, and a student-focused approach.

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.