Peer Writing Tutor

In order to ensure your application is received by NAIT for thorough review and consideration, please apply directly through our Careers site at www.nait.ca/careers

Please Note: This is a casual opportunity ending on or before April 30, 2026 with the possibility of extension.

Peer writing tutors work with clients (mostly NAIT students) on improving writing skills via one-on-one appointments, group appointments, and drop-in tutoring sessions. Tutoring may occur virtually or in person in the NAIT Writing Centre.

Key Responsibilities:

• Help NAIT students from all program areas understand writing assignments and develop and plan writing processes, including:

Organizing ideas, developing arguments, and creating strong thesis statements and topic sentences.

Integrating primary & secondary sources.

• Review essays, research papers, technical reports, and other types of writing for flow, focus, clarity, and conciseness.
• Coach students to adopt effective writing, proofreading, and self-editing strategies.
• Discuss Canadian writing conventions and academic expectations with international and multilingual students.
• Promote the Writing Centre services in various events.

Skills & Abilities:

• Research, writing and communication skills.
• Ability to assess student tutoring needs.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse individuals and groups.

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of at least one semester of course load at NAIT with a GPA of 3.75.
• Must be registered in NAIT courses throughout employment.
• Tutoring experience of up to 12 months at a post-secondary learning/writing centre is an asset.
• Experience working with ESL/EAL students is an asset.
• Equivalencies may be considered.

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS).

Remuneration: $15.00 per hour, plus 12% in lieu of statutory holidays and vacation accrual. (Classification - Tutor I).

This casual opportunity is covered by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Collective Agreement.

Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.

About NAIT

We are proud to have been named one of Alberta's Top Employers for 14 consecutive years. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT's culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability.

NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role. Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.

NAIT is committed to fostering an environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada. While we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, only those being considered will be contacted. If you require any accommodations, please connect with us at careers@nait.ca.

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