Academic Support Writing Specialist

About the role

The Academic Support Writing Specialist assists the director in coordinating the college’s academic support for writing across the curriculum in all modalities. This lead tutor position supports the development of the tutoring program and implements best practices for program success.

Responsibilities

• Supports the development of the tutoring program and implements best practices for program success.
• Acts as lead trainer and as a mentor and liaison to the part-time tutoring staff on tutoring best practices, writing instruction and content, supplemental materials, and other projects as needed.
• Coordination of all tutor training regardless of subject or modality, including creating, implementing, and reporting outcomes, is an essential component of this position.
• Provides appropriate academic support to students and is included in a regular schedule of availability to tutor students in writing, general study skills, and other related areas as necessary.
• Coordinates tutoring for special populations, such as participants in TRiO and student athletes.
• Acts as liaison between faculty in writing-intensive courses and Academic Support.
• May require some weekend and evening hours, and travel between campuses as needed.

Requirements

• Must be able to interact effectively with students, faculty, and staff.
• Collaboration and support with other campus partners, including Advising, is expected.
• Must be able to lift up to approximately 35 lbs. occasionally.
• Visual acuity appropriate for an administrative position.
• Hearing, Grasping, Pushing, pulling, lifting, reaching – occasionally, Climbing stairs – occasionally, Walking, frequently, Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in academic support, preferably in writing or tutoring.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of best practices in writing instruction and tutoring.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.