Job Description

Description:

NOTE: Students must be approved for the 2022-23 Work-Study program in order to be hired for this position. The Work-Study Student Application form is available online here:

Tutor - Academic Capacity 1
Department: Kinesiology and Applied Health
Estimated Hours of Work: 50 hours
Appointment Dates: January 23, 2023 - March 31, 2023
This position is represented by the Public Service Alliance of Canada - Academic Capacity Unit.

Note to applicants: Please be sure to review the "Additional Requirements" at the bottom of this posting. Your application must clearly outline how you meet the requirements, and include all requested documents.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide tutoring to students, which may include explaining and demonstrating concepts and procedures, and clarifying subject areas;
• Meet with students individually or as a group to resolve course-related problems;
• Maintain regularly scheduled and posted times to provide consultation and feedback to students on coursework, quality of materials submitted for grading, and other similar matters;
• Maintain records; may assist in the reproduction of tests; organize course materials; etc.
• May assist with proctoring/invigilating tests, exams and quizzes;
• Attend training related to the assigned duties and responsibilities;
• Perform other related tasks as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Normally a graduate, Honours, or an upper-level undergraduate student at the University of Winnipeg.
• Completion of academic studies and/or a suitable combination of education and experience related to assigned duties.
• Successful completion of required training.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions, policies and procedures.
• Ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Ability to interact empathetically with a wide variety of students.
• Ability to provide effective and constructive feedback.
• Ability to exercise judgement.
• Ability to meet specified deadlines.
• Capable of performing the duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements:

• Supervising students in a lab on a scheduled basis during the day.
• Maintaining an inventory of teaching resources pertinent to the student needs.
• Maintaining a record of attendance for open study sessions.
• Providing mentorship and tutoring to students needing assistance with studying and practical application of the course work.
• Must have an excellent understanding of Kinesiology subject matter including a Grade of B or greater in at least 4 of the following courses: Human Anatomy; Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries; Rehabiltitation of Upper and Lower Limb Athletic Injuries; Massage Techniques; Taping and Splinting Techniques; Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, Scientific Principles of Fitness and Conditioning.
• Works well unsupervised, good communication skills, patience when explaining concepts to others and answering questions.

Condition(s) of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Students must be approved for the 2022-23 Work-Study program. Students may be eligible for the Work-Study Program if they meet all of the following criteria:

• Currently registered in an undergraduate or graduate program at The University of Winnipeg
• Enrolled full-time (ex. 18 credit hours or more)
• Completed 30 credit hours at an undergraduate level at The University of Winnipeg (or equivalent. I.e. in a graduate program)
• Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0
• Demonstrate financial need (shortage between your expenses and resources), and
• Canadian citizen, permanent resident, protected person or an international student with a valid study permit.

*Your application must include your U of W student number and unofficial WebAdvisor transcript. Please add (copy and paste) your transcript into your resume document.*

Past academic performance may be a significant factor in selection decisions.

Note: The work described in this posting will be conducted in-person.

The University of Winnipeg has a Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that requires all those coming to designated indoor campus spaces to provide proof they are fully vaccinated. The Policy has been suspended effective May 2, 2022. However, prospective employees should know that the Policy may be reinstated in the future based on changing public health circumstances.

The University of Winnipeg is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse staff and faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research environments, and is essential to academic and institutional excellence. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons to confidentially self-identify at time of application.

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact Shelby Phillips, HR Assistant at sh.phillips@uwinnipeg.ca.

The personal information of applicants is collected under the authority of the University of Winnipeg Act and 36(1)(b) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. All personal information collected via the recruitment process is used to assess the applicant's suitability, eligibility, and qualifications for employment, and to otherwise support recruitment activities. This information will be provided to participating members of the recruitment process. Questions regarding the collection of your personal information may be directed to the Director, HR Services, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2E9 or 204.786.9066.