Assistant, Volunteer Tutors

Assistant, Volunteer Tutors
The primary purpose of the Volunteer Tutor Assistant position is to support the academic success of students through a volunteer-based tutoring program. This role involves both direct student support and program administration. The key responsibility is matching students with volunteer tutors who can provide support in core subjects such as math, English, and sciences.

Campus
Nanaimo campus Successful candidates must be able to attend in person on campus as required.

Location
Nanaimo, British Columbia

Country
Canada

Appointment Type
regular part-time

Workload
21 hours per week for 45 weeks per year. Additional hours, if approved, to be submitted on timesheets. Annual vacation within appointment. Seasonal break dates to be confirmed annually.

Pay Level
CUPE 6: $28.96 per hour

Start:
As soon as possible.

Additional Information
Subject to CUPE Joint Job Evaluation. Pay level may increase. First seasonal break begins July 10, 2026.

Duties:

The Volunteer Tutor Assistant will offer help through scheduled office hours, online platforms, phone, and email. The Assistant is also responsible for recruiting and screening volunteer tutors to ensure a suitable fit for the program, matching them with students based on specific tutoring needs and maintaining ongoing communication and support.

Additionally, the role includes organizing tutoring places/spaces in consultation with tutors; planning and organizing appreciation events to recognize the contributions of volunteer tutors, as well as creating, maintaining, and managing student and tutor documentation, program resources, reports, and records effectively. Strong professional communication and interpersonal skills are essential to foster a positive and efficient environment for both tutors and students, ensuring the overall success of the tutoring program.

Required Qualifications:

One-year certificate (office administration). Minimum 3 years proven experience in office administration, front-facing service/reception.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Valid BC Driver's License.
• Working knowledge of VIU systems and support services.
• Experience in Adult Basic Education, English Language Learning and/or experience/education working with students with neurodiversites.

VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.

Note:

• Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview.
• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
• Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students. In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences. We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self-identify within their application cover letter. When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.

Work Location: In person