Teaching Assistant ( Surrey BC)

Discovery Community College; Surrey; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Collaborative college environment

Professional development opportunities

Competitive wages

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a dedicated Teacher’s Assistant to enhance the learning experience for students. In this blended role, you will provide academic and administrative support to both in-person and online learners, ensuring they have the resources they need to succeed. The ideal candidate will be organized, tech-savvy, and passionate about education, with opportunities for professional development and a flexible schedule. Join a collaborative environment where your contributions will help shape the future of students in their academic journeys.

Qualifications

• Completion of a diploma/degree, preferably in Healthcare or Social Work.
• Experience with adult learners or in an academic setting is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support to students during labs and workshops.
• Assist students in navigating online learning platforms.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Technical Troubleshooting

Organizational Skills

Education

Diploma/Degree in Healthcare

Diploma/Degree in Social Work/Human Services

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Discovery Community College is a leader in the private college industry, offering the highest quality education to students seeking to offer high-quality skills to their future employers upon graduation.

You can be an integral part of their success and ours!

We are currently seeking a dedicated and supportive Teacher’s Assistant to join our instructional team. This is a blended role, providing academic and administrative support to both in-person and online learners in a dynamic and student-centered environment.

The ideal candidate is organized, tech-savvy, and passionate about helping students succeed in their studies. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in both instructional support and educational technology.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide academic support to students during in-person labs, workshops, or tutorials.
2. Assist students in navigating online learning platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams).
3. Support instructors in monitoring class participation, attendance, and assignment submissions.
4. Respond to student questions and direct them to appropriate resources or supports.
5. Help set up and organize instructional materials both online and in the classroom.
6. Assist in marking quizzes or assignments as directed by the instructor.
7. Coordinate with faculty to identify students needing extra help and provide one-on-one or group support.
8. Help facilitate smooth communication between students and instructors in both learning environments.

Qualifications:

1. Completion of a diploma/degree (preferably in Healthcare or Social Work/Human Services).
2. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
3. Comfortable with online tools such as Microsoft Teams & basic troubleshooting.
4. Experience working with adult learners or in an academic setting is an asset.
5. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What We Offer:

1. Flexible schedule.
2. A collaborative and supportive college environment.
3. Professional development opportunities.
4. Competitive wages.