The Library is looking for some Peer Technology Assistants! Peer Technology Assistants (PTAs) provide basic technology advice, education, and support to BVC students. They answer questions and provide support on common BVC software products like MS Office, D2L Brightspace, and MS Teams. PTAs also help students with the technology that is offered in the library, including the student computers, printers, laptops, and WiFi. This is a paid volunteer role. REQUIRED SKILLS:PTA candidates must have:Strong verbal and written communication abilitiesStrong computer and technology skillsUnderstanding of personal and professional boundariesStrong mentoring/coaching skills QUALIFICATIONS:Currently enrolled as a full-time BVC student in good academic standingCompleted at least one semester in a BVC career program If you are interested in applying to be a PTA, please check out the Library’s posting at: https://bowvalleycollege.libanswers.com/faq/211533.

Peer Language Coach ApplicationPeer Language Coaches help students for whom English is an additional language with strategies and practice for speaking, listening, reading, and vocabulary.Peer language coaching will be offered Monday to Thursday, 1:00pm to 3:00pm for the Fall 2026 semester.Qualifications:Strong command of EnglishPatience and enthusiasmMinimum "B" grade averageCompletion of at least one semester of study at Bow Valley CollegeReference from an instructorAbility to commit to a regularly scheduled shift for the entire term

Term: Fall 2026 Number of Hours: Up to 20 hours per week.  The student will be paid $15 per hour.Length of Position: 1 semester (with the possibility of continuing) POSITION DESCRIPTION:  A Peer Writing Coach’s role is to work on specific questions (e.g., How can I improve my writing? What is subject-verb agreement? What are articles and where do I insert them in a sentence? What is a thesis? etc.) or parts of an assignment brought by the student. A Peer Writing Coach must commit to regularly scheduled shifts (minimum 2 hours per week) during which they will be physically located in the tutoring space inside the library, and willing to contribute to resource development if not booked by students. A Peer Writing Coach does not need to have prior knowledge of study or writing strategies, but they must be willing to learn new ones. DUTIES:  As a Peer Writing Coach, you will need to:  ·        Successfully complete the online Peer Writing Coach training module ·        Be available in person on the second floor of the Bow Valley College Library at the downtown Calgary campus for your regularly scheduled shifts·        Be aware of the use and function of APA-style documentation REQUIRED SKILLS:  As a Peer Writing Coach, you must have the following general skills:  ·        Interpersonal skills, including strong communication, mentoring/ coaching skills, understanding of boundaries and confidentiality, and the ability to respond to students positively ·        Time management skills, including reliability, punctuality, and ability to budget appointment time ·        Strong technology skills including: use and troubleshooting of MS Teams, D2L, and resources available on the Bow Valley College website  COMMITMENT:  As a Peer Writing Coach, you must commit to: ·        A regularly scheduled 2 hours per week (minimum) for Drop-in appointment times ·        Supervisory meetings scheduled during your shiftQUALIFICATIONS:  ·        Interest in adding to your college experience by helping students develop their academic skills ·        Good academic standing ·        Ability to get a reference from an instructor which outlines your skills APPLICATION PROCESS:  Interested? Have questions? Or you would like to apply?Please email Josh Mackenzie:  jmackenzie@bowvalleycollege.caSubject line: Peer Writing Coach positionImportant: Your application email must be written entirely by you. Applicants suspected of using generative AI to write their application email may be disqualified from consideration.