Tutor – Math & Science

Momentum Community Economic Development Society • Calgary • 2d ago

Volunteer Job Description

Job Title: Tutor – Math & Science Length of Term: Ongoing, minimum 12 weeks Department: Skills Training Time Commitment: 2-3 hours/week Reports to: Skills Department Coordinator Time of Day: Between 4:00–6:00 pm on weekdays

Purpose of the Position: The Trades Training program is a full-time five-month pre-apprenticeship program for Calgarians, including Canadian citizens or permanent residents or refugees, interested in pursuing a career in the Trades. The program provides 12 weeks of upgrading (Math, Science, Communication, Digital Skills, Job Search, and Essential Skills), technical training at SAIT, safety/first aid certification, as well as a work experience placement. Tutors work one-on-one with participants of Trades Training programs to assist them in learning material taught in their Math, Science, and Communication courses to prepare for their pre-apprenticeship entrance exam (Alberta Government Apprenticeship and Industry Training). Our current programs fall within the Category A and B minimum entrance requirements, which are equivalent to Math 10-3, Math 20-3, and Science 10 skill levels (https://tradesecrets.alberta.ca/sources/pdfs/entrance_requirements.pdf). We are currently seeking Math & Science tutors to work with our upcoming Trades program participants. Duties/Responsibilities Work through subject material with participants, either one-on-one or in small groups once per week (or as required) for the duration of the program Build a relationship with the participants to understand and accommodate their learning individual needs Share feedback related to participant progress with the administrators, instructors, and/or facilitators as required throughout tutoring Break down course materials, provide examples, and help the participant understand content that will be on the exam Record each tutoring session, if requested by Momentum Skills, Experience, Qualifications Previous experience tutoring, coaching, or teaching high-school level mathematics and/or science Previous experience working with multi-cultural and/or highly barriered participants would be considered an asset Experience in adult education would be considered an asset Fluent in English A clear police information check will be required for this position Personality Traits and Qualities Desired Genuine interest in helping others achieve their full potential Compassionate and empathic Punctual and reliable Strong communication and interpersonal skills Benefits Develop your teaching, tutoring, and leadership skills Support the development of an educated workforce in Calgary Support Momentum participants as they transition into a sustainable career within the trades Become a valued member of the Momentum community Participate in Momentum volunteer appreciation events and community events Orientation, Training & Support Orientation to Momentum led by the Volunteer Coordinator Orientation to Tutoring led by a member of the Skills Department Volunteer Handbook and organization documents Momentum staff are available for additional support NOTE: Volunteers are not limited to the general responsibilities outlined in this description and may perform other related duties, as negotiated, to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.