Instructional Assistant, Ag Management & Environmental Science
About The Position
Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is seeking an Instructional Assistant to support the Agricultural Management and Environmental Science & Technology programs within the Werklund School of Agriculture Technology (WSAT) for the 2026/2027 academic year. This full-time, temporary position is responsible for assisting instructors in creating a high-quality learning environment, which includes preparing, distributing, and demonstrating subject-specific equipment and materials, assisting students, and performing other required tasks to ensure student and instructional team success.
Requirements
- Relevant and/or applicable post-secondary experience to program(s)/subject area(s) in which support is provided, and/or minimum of two (2) years of applicable experience.
- Familiarity in the following subject areas are required: Livestock production/animal science, agronomy and crop production.
- Experience with livestock handling, behaviour, welfare and husbandry is required.
- Strong computer skills and knowledge in using computer applications such as Google Suite (Google Drive, Sheets, Slides, Docs) and Microsoft (Excel and PowerPoint).
- Strong organization, communication and time management skills.
- Strong problem-solving abilities, critical thinking and attention to detail.
- Ability to work on a team and independently with minimal supervision.
- Previous graduates of our programs will qualify.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity in the following subject areas are an asset: Environmental science subject areas (e.g. plant science), agribusiness.
- Experience with tools and equipment relevant to environmental science (e.g. calibration and execution of use).
- Experience with agriculture related technologies and software programs (e.g. drones, mapping software, etc.).
Responsibilities
- Provide direct support to Instructors in assigned programs and courses.
- Support instruction and course delivery by providing course support through set-up preparation, real-time supervision, and clean up after delivery (e.g., labs, lectures and/or tutorials).
- Ordering and purchasing of materials and supplies.
- Maintain and record inventory of materials and supplies for assigned classes and programs.
- Co-ordinating and/or carrying out the collection and preparation of specific materials and supplies as required.
- Prepare and maintain materials for student learning purposes.
- Maintain required records and documentation.
- Assist in quiz, test or exam invigilation.
- Participate as a member and collaborate with others as part of the WSAT instructional assistant team and other College teams where relevant.
- Assist with College events, promotion and recruiting activities, specific to WSAT.
- Meets and communicates frequently with the Associate Dean regarding task, project and workload priorities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
