Student Academic Advisor
posted 1 week ago

Description

Do you have a passion for education? Do you enjoy helping students attain their academic goals? Are you looking to work in a dynamic, synergic environment at a fast-growing educational institution?

About KEY Education

KEY Education is a Vancouver-based admissions guidance and learning enrichment company. Our team consists of qualified professionals who are passionate about education, making KEY the trusted source for families seeking top-quality supplementary education services and guidance in applying to their dream schools around the world at all levels, from preschool through to graduate programs.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced educator with extensive knowledge and understanding of current pedagogy and innovative methodology to teach and guide students’ academic planning. We believe that a strong foundation through education will set students on the right path to success. We seek like-minded individuals to join our team.

Job Responsibilities

• Work with students ranging from Grade 5 to Grade 12. Develop strategies to assist students to achieve academic, behavioural, and social-emotional goals.
• Providing guidance and feedback on students’ academic progress, advise appropriate course suggestions to the students to meet their needs.
• Monitor and record students’ progress, follow up with students monthly.
• Work integrally with KEY educators to evaluate, revise and recommend improvements of the current assessment and reporting system.
• Work to understand and leverage KEY’s program goals and educational strategies
• Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning and foster your student’s interest in learning.
• Work with students to build their foundational knowledge of subject areas. This improvement must be demonstrated through a student’s improved grades in their successive school report cards and/or through KEY’s internal academic assessment process.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson and instructional materials that facilitate active learning to develop students’ English reading comprehension, vocabulary development, essay writing, speaking and listening skills.
• Work integrally with KEY to develop and revise the company’s English and/or other curriculum for both foundational and advanced courses.
• Use relevant technology to enhance learning.
• Provide appropriate feedback on student work, progress, or concerns to KEY stakeholders.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, English, Literature, Creative Writing, or related fields, preferably from a Canadian, US, or UK university, or a comparable credentials.
• Familiarity with the BC Education Curriculum.
• Prior teaching and/or tutoring experience required.
• Familiar with private schools and top universities’ admission requirements is an asset.
• SSAT teaching experience is greatly valued.

Your Skills

• Capability to learn quickly.Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving skills
• Adaptability to changing conditions and priorities; a quick learner.
• Cultural sensitivity: promote an inclusive environment exemplified by understanding various cultural groups.
• Genuine interest in and passion for working with students.
• A team player who demonstrates strong competence to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Time management: able to balance a multitude of tasks and prioritise duties as needed as well as the ability to work with tight deadlines.
• to meet all scheduled class sessions.
• Punctual, reliable, and professional: demonstrates professional standards of conduct when interacting with individuals in a business environment.
• Legally permitted to work in Canada without sponsorship.

We are building a solid team of dynamic individuals who understand the value and power of education. If you are ready to take on an engaging and fulfilling role, send us your resume, along with a cover letter. We are interested in hearing from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $22.00-$26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vancouver, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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