Student Assistant (Up to 2 Positions) - Experiential Education and English Language Centre - Student Experience Hub

Competition Number:
34S24
Position Type:
Student Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Experiential Education and English Language Centre
Position:
Student Assistant (Up to 2 Positions)
Contract:
Hours of Work:
37.5 hours per week
Salary:

$15.40 per hour (plus 4% vacation pay)

Term:

April 23 to August 30, 2024

The English Language Centre is seeking applications for up to two student assistant positions.  The English Language Centre hosts international groups (high schools and universities) for short-term customized language programs.  The student assistants are responsible for assisting with the planning and running the activities for the visiting students. The position(s) will be full-time for the spring and summer with the possibility of an extension in the fall semester at part-time hours. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Greeting students and/or guests in a friendly manner, answering inquiries and directing people to the appropriate staff person
  • Assisting with planning and running of the program鈥檚 socio-cultural activities
  • Collaborating with the program staff to align activities with academic content
  • Engaging with students during program activities
  • Providing mentorship and academic support for the visiting students
  • Performing other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience organizing events
  • Strong computer skills with a keen eye for details
  • Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work in both a team environment and independently and be willing to work occasional evenings and / or weekends
  • A customer-service orientation
  • Be comfortable engaging with students and guests from diverse backgrounds who have varying language proficiencies
  • Cross-cultural experience and familiarity with working in a post-secondary educational environment is a definite asset
  • Ideally, the candidate is a second-year student

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Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link posted on the 精童欲女 Human Resources website. Applications will not be accepted via email.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, 精童欲女, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.

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Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.

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