Job Description

About Olds College of Agriculture & Technology

Founded in 1913, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology has been offering high quality hands-on education for over a century. Through our core programming including continuing education, online and blended programming, we provide accessible educational opportunities within Alberta and beyond. We are passionate about the Agriculture industry. Through our applied research and integrated learning, we are proud to be Canada's Smart Agriculture College, specializing in agriculture, agrifood, horticulture, land and environmental stewardship. We work closely with industry to advance and adapt our programming to ensure our graduates have the skills to succeed.

About the Teaching and Learning Centre of Innovation

The Teaching and Learning Centre of Innovation (TLCI) at Olds College of Agriculture and Technology serves students, faculty and staff in the following areas: Accessibility Services and Student Academic Support, Learning Commons (including the Library and Service Desk), Educational Development (including program and curriculum support, instructional support, professional development, Work Integrated Learning academic support, and Research and Scholarly Activity), Moodle and Google training and support, The Studio video production services, and the MakerSpace.

The Opportunity - Peer Tutors for 2025/26 Academic Year

We are seeking students to work as peer tutors in the Learning Commons (library) in

all subject areas

during the

2025-2026

school year. Please note: this position is only available to students currently enrolled in Olds College Programming during the 2025/26 academic year.

Key Job Functions:

Responsibilities of the peer tutor include meeting with student(s) to help the students with their learning and understanding of course content and concepts and comprehension. Peer tutoring may occur on a one-on-one, or group basis, as required. Additionally, peer tutors are required to complete reporting/data collection regarding tutoring hours. Scheduling is based on student availability and may include day and/or evening hours.

Education/Experience/Skills/Knowledge Required:

The successful candidate will have demonstrated mastery in a subject area or course, as well as a recommendation from an instructor. The candidates will report to the Manager, Student Experience and Educational Design, but may also collaborate with the instructor(s) from time-to-time. The ideal candidate(s) will be dynamic with strong interpersonal and communication skills, excellent organizational abilities, proficiency in both MS Office and Google suite of apps, as well as the willingness to work as a member of a team. Training is provided. The technology and connectivity to tutor via video conferencing is required for virtual tutoring.

Please include a cover letter stating the subjects or courses you are interested in tutoring.

Conditions of Employment:

Current Criminal Reference check that is free of any offenses. Must respect and actively promote health and safety policies.

Open until suitable candidate is found

We thank all individuals for their interest in this position. We appreciate the time involved for candidates in the application process. At this time, please note only those selected for interviews will be contacted.


Olds College is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and persons of any sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.