Graduate Tutorial Assistant - Faculty of Education

Competition Number:
61S26
Position Type:
Student Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Faculty of Education
Position:
Graduate Tutorial Assistant
Contract:
Hours of Work:
15 hours per week May 25 – June 26, 5 hours per week June 27 to August 29, and 15 hours per week August 30 to October 16
Salary:

$27.81 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay, as per PSAC Local 86000

Term:

May 25 – October 16, 2026

The Faculty of Education is seeking one Graduate Student with a strong pedagogical background in mathematics education to support students in mathematics at the primary/elementary level.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide tutoring in mathematics education up to the grade 10 level
  • Attend lessons on Mondays and Wednesdays (ED-4220-1) from 8:30am to 11:15am, May 25 to June 25, 2026 and Mondays and Wednesdays (ED-4230-1) from 12:30pm to 3:15pm, September 2 to October 14, 2026.
  • Facilitate tutorial sessional Fridays from 2:30pm to 3:15pm May 29 to June 19, 2026 and Friday afternoons from September 11 to October 9, 2026  
  • Liaise with instructor to identify student needs
  • In collaboration with the instructor, create self-study and self-assessment resources

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Graduate Student in good standing, with preference given to graduate students of the Faculty of Education
  • Expertise in teaching mathematics in the K to 12 system
  • Background and expertise in course content in courses such as Math for Teachers and/or primary/elementary mathematics methods
  • Experience in teaching in higher education is an asset
  • Be available during the day or after school to meet with students
  • Prior experience as a tutorial assistant in mathematics is an asset

This position is covered by a Collective Agreement between the Public Service Alliance of Canada and the University of Prince Edward Island. Priority will be given to University of Prince Edward Island students.

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically an application form, a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.

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

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, hrofficer@upei.ca. Applications will not be accepted via email.

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