5 Writing jobs in Canada

Job Description

Part-Time English Teacher/Tutor Wanted

Passionate about puns? Excited by literature? Eager to help students succeed in English?

Our hours count! Gain valuable teaching experience! Oxford Learning Kitsilano is currently seeking part-time teacher-tutors for a role in our learning centre. This position is perfect for anyone who loves working with students, enjoys teaching the ins and outs of language, and is passionate about helping others build their skills in this area.

Teacher-Tutors at Oxford Learning do not have to lesson plan before class, as all lessons are pre-planned. Applicants will be fully trained in our proprietary philosophy and methods.

Position Requirements

All Teacher-Tutors at Oxford Learning work during after-school and evening hours (3:30pm - 7:00pm) as well as some Saturdays (9:00am - 3:00pm). A commitment until the end of the school year is preferred. Continuing through the summer is even better. Your students will love working with you, and being reliable is a must.

This role is in-person. You must be able to commute to this location. This is not an online position. Relocation packages are not available. Vulnerable sector screening is mandatory.

We encourage you to apply if you have the majority of the following requirements:

Education :

• Bachelor’s degree or similar certification in a relevant field
• Fourth year university students with extensive tutoring experience will be considered
• Teaching certification an asset
• Good knowledge of the current Kindergarten to Grade 12 curriculum

Experience :

• Some experience teaching/tutoring at a Kindergarten to Grade 12 (or equivalent) level
• Strong English written and oral communication skills and ability to guide students' understanding
• Ability to multitask and balance working with up to three students at a time

Responsibilities (Position Details)

You will work directly with students as an Interactive Coach with the following responsibilities:

• Teaching up to 3 students at a time at different levels
• Teaching online and in-person
• Following the Oxford Learning methodologies and philosophies
• Filling in post-lesson notes
• Completing daily student communication updates
• Maintaining a friendly and professional manner at all times

Smiles, High-Fives & Happy Students

In this position, you will play a key role in helping students develop their self-confidence and self-esteem. The rewards of helping children overcome academic hurdles and realize their inner potential can be very fulfilling. You will be rewarded with smiling faces and high-fives during every shift. Other rewards of the role include:

• fun staff events
• ongoing training opportunities
• frequent check-ins and feedback
• company growth opportunities
• hands-on development of your teaching skills

Job Type : Part-time

Salary : $19 - $21 / hour

Schedule:

• Evenings
• Monday to Friday
• Saturday availability

About Oxford Learning

Oxford Learning is a Canadian supplemental education provider helping students get better grades since 1984. Offering a full range of programs for students of all ages and abilities, Oxford Learning uses the science of cognitive learning to help all students develop stronger learning skills they can rely on for life!

Are you the superstar teacher-tutor we have been searching for? Apply now!

Oxford Learning Kitsilano

Alma St., Vancouver, BC

Tel:

Applicants must reside in or within a short commute of the Kitsilano area.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining the team at Oxford Learning Kitsilano; however, only those selected for the interview process will be contacted.

Job Description

Salary:

ENGLISH VERSION WILL FOLLOW

Objectif

Nous recherchons un Rdacteur Technique comptent et rigoureux ayant une exprience dans le secteur CVC (chauffage, ventilation et climatisation) pour crer, maintenir et mettre jour une documentation de haute qualit pour nos produits et systmes CVC. Ce poste collaborera troitement avec les quipes dingnierie, de dveloppement produit, de service et de marketing pour produire des manuels dutilisation, guides dinstallation, procdures de maintenance et fiches techniques clairs, prcis et conformes aux normes de l'industrie.

Responsabilits

Rdiger, diter et mettre jour des documents techniques incluant, sans s'y limiter : manuels d'installation et d'utilisation, guides de maintenance et de service, fiches techniques produit, documentation des systmes de contrle, supports de formation et procdures oprationnelles standard (SOP).

Travailler en troite collaboration avec les experts techniques en R&D, ingnierie, support produit et quipe de service (PSST) pour recueillir et valider les informations techniques.

Traduire des informations techniques complexes en une documentation facilement comprhensible pour divers publics (reprsentants commerciaux, techniciens, entrepreneurs, utilisateurs finaux), tout en mettant en valeur linnovation et les avantages de nos produits et services.

Veiller ce que toute la documentation soit conforme aux normes pertinentes (ASHRAE, AHRI, UL, CE, etc.).

Maintenir un contrle des versions et soutenir les processus de gestion des modifications produits.

Contribuer la cration de graphiques, schmas et illustrations techniques laide dAdobe Illustrator ou dagences externes.

Grer et coordonner la mise jour de la documentation et son tlchargement sur le portail commercial.

Effectuer des revues rgulires et recueillir les retours des quipes dingnierie, de vente et de service afin d'amliorer en continu la clart, la prcision et l'efficacit de toute la documentation technique.

Coordonner les efforts de localisation et de traduction pour les marchs internationaux, le cas chant.

Maintenir une comprhension jour des caractristiques produits et des nouveauts.

Qualifications et comptences

Diplme universitaire en Rdaction Technique, Communication ou domaine connexe.

Minimum 3 ans dexprience en tant que rdacteur technique, de prfrence dans les secteurs CVC, systmes mcaniques ou quipements industriels.

Excellente matrise de la langue anglaise lcrit, bonnes comptences en rvision et en communication, avec un grand souci du dtail.

Capacit lire et interprter des schmas mcaniques et lectriques, et expliquer des concepts techniques des publics varis.

Connaissance de base des exigences en matire de scurit et de conformit rglementaire pour les produits et services industriels.

laise pour travailler de manire transversale et autonome dans un environnement technique.

Une bonne familiarit avec les systmes CVC, leurs composants (groupes de refroidissement, pompes chaleur, centrales de traitement dair, compresseurs, etc.) et les systmes de contrle serait un atout important.

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Purpose

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Technical Writer with experience in the HVAC industry to create, maintain, and update high-quality documentation for our HVAC products and systems. This role will collaborate closely with engineering, product development, service, and marketing teams to produce user manuals, installation guides, service procedures, and technical datasheets that are clear, accurate, and aligned with industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and edit technical documents including, but not limited to, Installation & operation manuals, maintenance & service guides, product datasheets, control system documentation, training materials and SOPs
• Work closely with subject matter experts in R&D, Engineering, Product Support and Service Team (PSST) to gather and validate technical information.
• Translate complex technical information into easily understandable documentation for various audiences (e.g. business reps, technicians, contractors, end users) showcasing the innovation and benefits for our products and services
• Ensure all documentation complies with relevant standards (ASHRAE, AHRI, UL, CE, etc.).
• Maintain version control and support product change management processes.
• Support the creation of graphics, diagrams, and technical illustrations using Adobe Illustrator or external agencies
• Manage and coordinate documentation updates and uploading on sales portal
• Conduct regular reviews and gather feedback from engineering, sales and service teams to continuously improve the clarity, accuracy and effectiveness of all technical documentation
• Coordinate localization and translation efforts for global markets, as applicable.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of product features and updates

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Technical Writing, Communications, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience as a technical writer, preferably in HVAC, mechanical systems, or industrial equipment.
• Excellent English language writing, editing, and communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings and the ability to communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Basic understanding of safety and regulatory compliance for industrial products & services
• Comfortable working cross-functionally and independently in a technical environment.
• Familiarity with HVAC systems, components (chillers, heat pumps, air handling units, compressors, etc.), and control systems would be a big plus

Job Description

Company Description

Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assasin's Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you're passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help us create the unknown! 

The Content Creation Technology Group (CCTG) is looking for a Senior AI/ML Programmer who will contribute to the development of applications in the domains of Generative AI and ML bots. The Senior AI/ML Programmer role will bring best practices and design principles to assist the team in delivering our ambitious features roadmap. 

Main responsibilities: 

• Provide and support ML systems based on business requirements and objectives. 

• Establish technical designs to meet game’s needs. 

• Collaborate with the data science team, specialized programmers (gameplay, AI, etc.), the research team, and other stakeholders such as productions.  

• Develop, integrate, and maintain inference engines, libraries, and ML frameworks. 

• Leverage best hardware (NPU, GPU, CPU) to accelerate ML related computations 

• Develop systems that allow Gameplay programmers and Data scientist to easily track relevant data to train models 

• Develop systems to benchmark, evaluate and optimize model’s performance  

• Program in a clear and structured manner that is in keeping with performance, maintenance, modularity, scalability and compatibility requirements 

• Integrate and maintain ML systems in game engines and games. 

• Write unit tests and integration tests 

Other responsibilities: 

• Creating proof of concepts, that can require model training, fine tuning, experimenting with different techniques and models. 

• Suggest improvements whenever necessary by designing and implementing new systems or enhancing existing ones 

• Conducting research to stay up to date with the latest advancements. 

• Documentation, presentations, and knowledge sharing to communicate complex AI concepts to both technical and non-technical collaborators. 

Education: 

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or computer engineering or equivalent. Master in Machine Learning is an asset. 

Relevant Experience: 

Minimum 5 years’ experience in AI/ML. 

Core Skills: 

• In-depth knowledge of C++ required 

• Strong Architecture skills 

• A good hardware knowledge, to take advantage of multithreading, and optimize memory management. 

Other Skills: 

• Proficient in Python is an asset. 

• Experience working with game engines is an asset. 

• A good knowledge of Database products is an asset. 

• A good knowledge of cloud-based platforms is an asset. 

• A good knowledge of machine learning and deep learning fundamentals. 

About us

Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assasin's Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you're passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help us create the unknown! 

We embrace a hybrid work model helping you stay connected with your team and aligned with business priorities, while giving you the opportunity to maintain your work-life balance. Note, that some roles are fully office-based and are not eligible for hybrid work.