PROFESSIONAL WRITING TUTOR - STONE WRITING CENTER (PART-TIME POOL) Job at Del Ma

PROFESSIONAL WRITING TUTOR - STONE WRITING CENTER (PART-TIME POOL)

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This is a CONTINUOUS recruitment for an applicant POOL to fill part-time assignments on an as-needed basis. Departments or Divisions will refer to the POOL of applications on file to fill temporary assignments as the need arises. You will be contacted by the hiring manager should the department/division be interested in scheduling an interview. AN APPLICATION IS VALID FOR ONE YEAR, AT WHICH TIME APPLICANTS WISHING TO REMAIN IN THE POOL MUST REAPPLY AND UPDATE THEIR INFORMATION.

Position Information

Posting Number: PT23

Job Title: PROFESSIONAL WRITING TUTOR - STONE WRITING CENTER (PART-TIME POOL)

Department: Stone Writing Center

Position Type: Non-Exempt

Employment Status: Part-Time

Salary: $18.00 per hour

Open Date: 11/11/2016

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Position Summary Information

The purpose of this position is to tutor writers of all levels and disciplines, individually and in small groups, in a variety of writing assignments and projects in face-to-face and online environments. Professional writing tutors design digital and print instructional resources and create and facilitate interactive workshops. Tutors also contribute to Stone Writing Center’s social media platforms (e.g., Twitter, Facebook, and blog). Tutors will help supervise Student Assistants. This position requires on-campus hours and/or online, remote hours as assigned to meet students’ needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in English or related field.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Solid academic standing and strong writing abilities.
• Strong commitment to helping other students become more effective writers.
• Experience working with students from different cultural backgrounds, with students of all levels of ability, or with students who have special disabilities.
• Knowledge of documentation styles, including MLA and APA.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with students, faculty, and staff.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word.
• Advanced communication skills to articulate appropriate suggestions for writing improvement.
• Knowledge of learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard, etc.).
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year teaching or tutoring experience.
• One year of supervisory experience.
• Experience with social media such as Twitter and blogs.
• Experience with online tutoring or teaching.
• Knowledge of learning management systems (preferably Canvas).
• Experience using mobile devices in educational settings.
• Ability to work independently and to take initiative in fulfilling responsibilities.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Job Duties

• Tutor writers of all levels and disciplines on a variety of writing assignments and projects.
• Conduct one-on-one writing consultations with students on campus or in an online environment.
• Assist students in interpreting an assignment sheet, talking through ideas for a paper, discussing course readings, or planning for a paper. Encourage students to consider appropriate choices regarding audience, focus, purpose, reasoning, and organization.
• Enable students to acquire research strategies, integrate scholarly sources, and apply proper documentation (e.g., MLA, APA, Chicago). Help students strengthen editing skills, choose appropriate vocabulary, and apply technical conventions of academic writing.
• Interact with students from different cultural backgrounds and with students who speak English as a second language. Work effectively with students of all levels of ability, including students who need accommodations.
• Conduct small group tutorials.
• Design digital and print instructional resources; develop and facilitate workshops on selected topics.
• Market the Stone Writing Center through classroom visits and other activities. Maintain Stone Writing Center as a welcoming space for all.
• Meet regularly with supervisor. Participate in ongoing training.
• Maintain orderliness and operation of the Center (opening and closing, checking supplies, filing, administrative tasks, flexibility in work hours to ensure adequate coverage, etc.).
• Assist the Director and Assistant Instructors with administrative tasks and special projects, as needed. Other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Supplemental Questions

• * Do you have a Bachelor's degree in English or related field?
  • Yes.
  • No.
• * This position requires the ability to work occasional evenings and weekends. Do you still remain interested in this position?
  • Yes.
  • No.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Transcripts

Optional Documents

Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As provided by law, Del Mar College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity/transgender status, sexual orientation), age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, or any other constitutionally or statutorily impermissible reason.