Teaching Assistant ( Surrey BC)

Discovery Community College; Surrey; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking college as a Teacher’s Assistant, where you will play a vital role in supporting both in-person and online learners. This full-time position offers a dynamic environment that values your organizational skills and passion for education. You will provide academic support, assist instructors, and help students navigate their learning journey. With a focus on professional development and a collaborative atmosphere, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your skills in educational technology and instructional support. If you're dedicated to helping students succeed, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Collaborative college environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support to students during in-person labs and workshops.
• Assist students in navigating online learning platforms.
• Help facilitate smooth communication between students and instructors.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Technical proficiency with online tools

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 develop high-quality skills for 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.

Position: Full time - Monday to Friday

Wages: $25.00 p/hr to $27.00 p/hr depending on experience

Key Responsibilities:

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

Qualifications:

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

What We Offer:

• Flexible schedule
• A collaborative and supportive college environment.
• Professional development opportunities.