Student Lab Monitor, School of Media and Information Technology (Casual)

NAIT International; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Paid time off between Christmas and NY

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

NAIT is seeking a Student Lab Monitor to oversee SMIT labs during evenings and Saturdays, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for students outside class hours.

You will assist with inquiries, enforce lab policies, and guide users while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism in a flexible, Canada-based work setup.

Qualifications

• Current student in good standing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable, professional, and customer service oriented.
• Comfortable working independently and exercising good judgment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor assigned labs and learning spaces during scheduled shifts.
• Support a safe, professional, and inclusive environment for all students.
• Report safety, security, or facility concerns to the appropriate contacts.
• Provide basic assistance and directions to students as needed.
• Communicate effectively using Microsoft Teams and other approved tools.
• Maintain a professional, courteous, and approachable demeanor at all times.

Skills

Microsoft Teams

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Independent work

Education

Current student in good standing

Tools

Lab safety protocols

Job description

Ready to start your next chapter with NAIT? At NAIT, we’re passionate about building a team of talented, dedicated professionals who share our commitment to excellence and innovation. Your skills and experience can shape the future of education and make a real impact in our community.

Important Application Deadline Notice

Applications must be submitted by 11:59pm MST on the day before the posting end date shown above, as Workday automatically closes postings at that time.

Current NAIT employees are welcome to apply for this opportunity.

About the Opportunity

This position is limited to NAIT students only.

This posting will be used to fill two positions. These are casual opportunities ending on or before December 15, 2026, with the possibility of extension.

The Student Lab Monitor supports a safe, welcoming, and productive environment for students using SMIT labs outside of regular class hours. Working primarily during evenings and Saturdays, the Lab Monitor provides a visible presence in the labs, assists with basic student inquiries, promotes adherence to lab policies, and helps ensure facilities are used respectfully and safely.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor assigned labs and learning spaces during scheduled shifts.
• Support a safe, professional, and inclusive environment for all students.
• Report safety, security, or facility concerns to the appropriate contacts.
• Provide basic assistance and directions to students as needed.
• Communicate effectively using Microsoft Teams and other approved tools.
• Maintain a professional, courteous, and approachable demeanor at all times.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment when responding to student concerns or unexpected situations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and accountability.
• Ability to monitor and enforce policies in a professional and tactful manner.
• Commitment to fostering a safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Current student in good standing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable, professional, and customer service oriented.
• Comfortable working independently and exercising good judgment.

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services (WES), International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS), or the Comparative Education Services (CES).

Classification – Student - Lab/Facilities Monitor - 40

This position is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement.

Remuneration

Refer to the salary range noted on this posting, plus 12% in lieu of statutory holidays and vacation pay.

The compensation range for this job posting is : $15.00

NAIT is committed to a transparent, fair, and human-centered hiring experience. All candidates are assessed directly by our recruitment and hiring teams.

About NAIT

We are known as one of Alberta’s top employers. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.

People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience.

Benefits & Perks

• For eligible positions, we offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth.
• In addition to excellent vacation time, eligible employees receive paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s.

NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.

NAIT is committed to fostering a safe environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Centre for Community and Belonging (CCB). We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion.

We're glad you're here. At NAIT, our people help shape careers, industries, and communities. Whether you're launching your career or bringing valuable experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and make a real impact.

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Our culture is grounded in respect, collaboration, creativity, celebration, and accountability.

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