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At Lethbridge College, we know we all benefit when the rich diversity of our campus community is fully represented, and all students and employees are included. We are committed to identifying and overcoming systemic barriers that impede individuals from underrepresented groups. We are ready to work together to ensure Lethbridge College is a place where all individuals feel valued for their unique perspectives, skills, and contributions and are afforded equal opportunities to participate in learning, research, and innovation.

Tutoring

Provide 1:1 tutoring to LC students. Judge when a referral is needed (when a request is beyond one’s knowledge and scope) and effectively refer learners to appropriate resources. Maintain confidentiality on academic matters students disclose to them. Attend and participate in all required trainings and monthly writing strategist meetings. Complete the Peer Writing Training program during first semester of employment. Maintain accurate records of completed sessions (to be emailed to Integrated Supports Specialist).Complete other duties as assigned by the Integrated Supports Specialist.

Writing help

Facilitate student learning of effective writing processes such as deciphering/troubleshooting assignment requirements and steps, brainstorming, drafting, organization, proofreading, and revising. Help to identify and explain their thesis statements and topic sentences. Provide a student with readers response. Modelling how to create citations and reference entries, and how to effectively use the student APA guide. Encourage students to become more confident in their writing skills. Search for, select, and demonstrate appropriate resources from a broad range of academic writing materials. Judge when a referral is needed (when a request is beyond one’s knowledge and scope) and effectively refer learners to appropriate resources.

Learning strategies and time management

Model and discuss learning strategies such as time management and study skills. Suggest proactive approaches and strategies to navigate assignments (attending class, asking for clarification, etc.) Search for, select, and demonstrate appropriate resources from a broad range of learning strategies resources.

Other: Attend training prior to tutoring and throughout the semester

Please have your ENG-1150 instructor email a letter of recommendation to laura.coad@lethbridgecollege.ca.