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Academic Aide - Sep 2023 - Jun 2024 (General Support Worker III)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Any questions can be referred to Cayla Clemens, Accessibility Services Coordinator. 403-382-6952

Lethbridge College is committed to inclusive recruitment practices by providing reasonable access and accommodations to applicants. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact hiringaccommodations@lethbridgecollege.ca. Private information received in relation to the request will only be used to facilitate the recruitment process and will be kept confidential and shared only as needed with the selection committee.

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title Academic Aide - Sep 2023 - Jun 2024 (General Support Worker III)
Appointment Type Casual
Position Dates September 6, 2023 - June 21, 2024
Hours per week/FTE 0-25
About the Position
Reporting to the Manager, Accessibility Services, this position requires an energetic individual with strong communications skills to support students with disabilities and mental health concerns in a classroom (in person and/or virtually).


Position Details
The Academic Aide duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Attend class with student.
  • Take notes (if required).
  • Support students in understanding course content through review, test preparation, & strategies specific to course content.
  • Use basic strategies to support students who have complex behavioural needs (as identified and recommended by Accessibility Services).
  • Support students in upholding classroom expectations for each class they attend.
  • Aides may be expected to assist students with navigating in the blended learning environment (attend classes through video conference).
  • In person or virtual attendance is dependent on the academic programming in each program area.
Required Qualifications
  • Experience working with adult learners with disabilities from a variety of backgrounds.
  • Proficiency in technology is a necessity.
  • Successful candidates must be willing to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Effective communication, interpersonal, organizational skill to participate effectively in a learning environment with assigned students.
  • Experience working in an educational environment (post-secondary or high school preferred).
  • Educational Assistant (EA) students and graduates are preferred.
Salary AUPE Class Level 3 Step 1 $18.27/hr
Working Here
Land Acknowledgement

Located on the traditional lands of the Blackfoot Confederacy, Lethbridge College is committed to honouring the land from a place of knowing. We honour the Siksikaitsitapi as both the traditional and current Land Keepers of this area, and we welcome all Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples who call Blackfoot territory their home to disclose as such when submitting applications.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

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.

We are committed to creating a diverse environment for all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, and age.
Posting Detail Information

Posting Number C23-00341
Open Date 08/17/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Any questions can be referred to Cayla Clemens, Accessibility Services Coordinator. 403-382-6952

Lethbridge College is committed to inclusive recruitment practices by providing reasonable access and accommodations to applicants. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact hiringaccommodations@lethbridgecollege.ca. Private information received in relation to the request will only be used to facilitate the recruitment process and will be kept confidential and shared only as needed with the selection committee.

Supplemental Questions

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Letter of Recommendation