Northwest Mississippi Community College
Writing Center Coordinator
Northwest Mississippi Community College, Southaven, Mississippi, United States, 38671
Job Description
The Writing Center Coordinator is a full time, 9-month, professional staff position within Student Services. This position is located at the DeSoto Campus, but will provide virtual tutoring to students at all campuses if needed.
The Writing Center Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing programs to support student writing, training and supervising student consultants, and collaborating with faculty to integrate writing into the curriculum. Providing quality co-curricular instruction in various writing and related courses as a professional, facilitating student learning and understanding in accordance with the values, vision, and mission of the college. Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.
The Writing Center Coordinator is charged with creating an atmosphere that promotes student success, social and academic engagement, academic success, and personal development. The Writing Center Coordinator reports to the District Dean of Student Services.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in English Prior tutoring or teaching experience Work-related experience working with college students Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in English, Composition/Rhetoric or English Education from an accredited institution Experience teaching English or first year courses in a college setting Two years of experience in an educational environment, social service agency, or private business sector with specific experience in customer services, preferably student services Ability to tutor in additional subjects Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Experience in working with at-risk, underserved student populations Essential Roles, Duties, and Responsibilities Develops and maintains collaborative working relationships with instructional leaders, Student Services leaders, faculty and staff to facilitate tutoring schedules, review academic progress review, and implement innovative retention programs and services for new, at-risk and enrolled students. Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate writing consultants. The consultants are full-time NWCC students who are classified as part-time college employees. Provide training on one-on-one consultations with students on writing assignments in multiple genres and modalities. Provide training on one-on-one consultations with students with diverse needs and learning styles, such as ADA and ESL students. Develop and deliver writing center orientations to explain and promote services to students, faculty, and the community. Tutoring in writing courses ranging from intermediate English through composition sequence Stay current with best practices in writing instruction and scholarship, especially those relating to writing center theory and pedagogy, and incorporate them into the writing center's programs and services. Speak to campus visitors and prospective students about writing center services. Participate in campus-wide events relating to academics and student services. Manage social media accounts and write posts for a variety of purposes. Create flyers and brochures for marketing purposes and to promote writing center events. Maintaining responsibility for staffing the lab with college student tutors. Providing supervision for student tutors. Reviewing and recommending tutoring software and equipment. Maintaining responsibility for assessing the effectiveness of the Writing Center. Maintaining responsibility for creating an inviting, student friendly learning Writing Center environment. Teach first-year and developmental writing courses as an adjunct (2 per term). This means that you may teach approximately 40-50 students per term in addition to managing the writing center. Work closely with Math Lab Coordinator to provide outreach for students. Provide virtual tutoring for students at all campuses as needed. Collaborates with the District Director of Humanities Instruction, to review and maintain the integrity of department curriculum.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required for the Position
Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication and problem-solving skills. An understanding of and commitment to the College's mission, vision, and values. An understanding of the unique challenges faced by low-income/first-generation college students. Knowledge of tutoring processes and methods. Knowledge of tutorial/learning materials and instructional aides. Creative and innovative, with the ability to design and implement new programs and initiatives to enhance the writing center's effectiveness and impact. Ability to engage with students in face-to-face and virtual environments. Ability to conduct student interviews, create, implement, and monitor academic plans. Monitor services and revise academic plans where needed; communicate the needed changes to instructional leaders. Experience with various writing tools and software programs, including but not limited to WC ONLINE, Microsoft Word, Canvas, Canva, Google Docs, and plagiarism checkers. Directors also use SLACK to communicate with staff and maintain Dropbox as digital storage for the writing center. Continually maintain open communication with assigned students and cultivate professional relationships with College departments. Help maintain a database system for monitoring and tracking program participants. Competency with personal computers, mobile devices, and standard office software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and online meeting software. Participates in college-wide meetings, committees, training and events as required. Perform other duties as assigned by the District Dean of Student Services and/or the Associate Vice President for Student Services and Enrollment Management. Must demonstrate a commitment to:
Challenging and cultivating student achievement beyond the classroom Student retention and success Supporting a diverse population of learners Supporting continuous improvement of curricula and services Physical Demands and Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to do the following:
Talk, hear, view, and create written documents Communicate with others in person and on the telephone View and produce electronic documents Sit, use hands to handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms Stand, walk, stoop, or kneel Lift and/or move items up to 30 pounds APPLICATION
To apply, please submit and attach the following:
Application at www.northwestms.edu Resume Transcript(s) Three (3) Professional References: Name, Organization, Email Address and Telephone Number
About Us
Northwest Mississippi Community College is a two-year, open access public community college primarily serving 11 counties in northwest Mississippi. Our vision states that "Northwest Mississippi Community College transforms our students' lives, enriches our communities, and strives for excellence in our educational programs and services."
Accreditation
Northwest Mississippi Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the Associate of Arts degree, the Associate of Applied Science degree and certificates in career education. Questions about the accreditation of Northwest Mississippi Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Northwest Mississippi Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or status as a veteran or disabled veteran in all its programs and activities. Northwest Mississippi Community College prohibits sexual harassment and all forms of sexual violence, regardless of sex, gender identity or sexual orientation. The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990/Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973: Disability Support Services Coordinator, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7046, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3309, e-mail address mkelsay@northwestms.edu; Title II of the Age Discrimination Act: Vice President for Finance and Administration, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7017, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3216, e-mail address jhorton@northwestms.edu; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972/Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: (For student-related matters) Associate Vice President for Student Services and Enrollment Management, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7010, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3409, e-mail address trush@northwestms.edu or (for employment-related matters) Director of Human Resources, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7038, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 560-5216, email estanford@northwestms.edu.
Safety Statement
The safety and security of students, faculty, and staff is very important to Northwest Mississippi Community College. A copy of the Annual Security Report, published annually by the Campus Police Department, details Northwest policies and procedures regarding campus safety. A copy of the report, which contains the annual crime statistics report, is available online in the current Northwest Bulletin (www.northwestms.edu/bulletin) or on the Northwest website (www.northwestms.edu) and in printed form upon request from the Campus Police Office at (662) 562-3314.
Background Check Statement
Northwest Mississippi Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. NWCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
The Writing Center Coordinator is a full time, 9-month, professional staff position within Student Services. This position is located at the DeSoto Campus, but will provide virtual tutoring to students at all campuses if needed.
The Writing Center Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing programs to support student writing, training and supervising student consultants, and collaborating with faculty to integrate writing into the curriculum. Providing quality co-curricular instruction in various writing and related courses as a professional, facilitating student learning and understanding in accordance with the values, vision, and mission of the college. Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.
The Writing Center Coordinator is charged with creating an atmosphere that promotes student success, social and academic engagement, academic success, and personal development. The Writing Center Coordinator reports to the District Dean of Student Services.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in English Prior tutoring or teaching experience Work-related experience working with college students Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in English, Composition/Rhetoric or English Education from an accredited institution Experience teaching English or first year courses in a college setting Two years of experience in an educational environment, social service agency, or private business sector with specific experience in customer services, preferably student services Ability to tutor in additional subjects Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Experience in working with at-risk, underserved student populations Essential Roles, Duties, and Responsibilities Develops and maintains collaborative working relationships with instructional leaders, Student Services leaders, faculty and staff to facilitate tutoring schedules, review academic progress review, and implement innovative retention programs and services for new, at-risk and enrolled students. Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate writing consultants. The consultants are full-time NWCC students who are classified as part-time college employees. Provide training on one-on-one consultations with students on writing assignments in multiple genres and modalities. Provide training on one-on-one consultations with students with diverse needs and learning styles, such as ADA and ESL students. Develop and deliver writing center orientations to explain and promote services to students, faculty, and the community. Tutoring in writing courses ranging from intermediate English through composition sequence Stay current with best practices in writing instruction and scholarship, especially those relating to writing center theory and pedagogy, and incorporate them into the writing center's programs and services. Speak to campus visitors and prospective students about writing center services. Participate in campus-wide events relating to academics and student services. Manage social media accounts and write posts for a variety of purposes. Create flyers and brochures for marketing purposes and to promote writing center events. Maintaining responsibility for staffing the lab with college student tutors. Providing supervision for student tutors. Reviewing and recommending tutoring software and equipment. Maintaining responsibility for assessing the effectiveness of the Writing Center. Maintaining responsibility for creating an inviting, student friendly learning Writing Center environment. Teach first-year and developmental writing courses as an adjunct (2 per term). This means that you may teach approximately 40-50 students per term in addition to managing the writing center. Work closely with Math Lab Coordinator to provide outreach for students. Provide virtual tutoring for students at all campuses as needed. Collaborates with the District Director of Humanities Instruction, to review and maintain the integrity of department curriculum.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required for the Position
Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication and problem-solving skills. An understanding of and commitment to the College's mission, vision, and values. An understanding of the unique challenges faced by low-income/first-generation college students. Knowledge of tutoring processes and methods. Knowledge of tutorial/learning materials and instructional aides. Creative and innovative, with the ability to design and implement new programs and initiatives to enhance the writing center's effectiveness and impact. Ability to engage with students in face-to-face and virtual environments. Ability to conduct student interviews, create, implement, and monitor academic plans. Monitor services and revise academic plans where needed; communicate the needed changes to instructional leaders. Experience with various writing tools and software programs, including but not limited to WC ONLINE, Microsoft Word, Canvas, Canva, Google Docs, and plagiarism checkers. Directors also use SLACK to communicate with staff and maintain Dropbox as digital storage for the writing center. Continually maintain open communication with assigned students and cultivate professional relationships with College departments. Help maintain a database system for monitoring and tracking program participants. Competency with personal computers, mobile devices, and standard office software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and online meeting software. Participates in college-wide meetings, committees, training and events as required. Perform other duties as assigned by the District Dean of Student Services and/or the Associate Vice President for Student Services and Enrollment Management. Must demonstrate a commitment to:
Challenging and cultivating student achievement beyond the classroom Student retention and success Supporting a diverse population of learners Supporting continuous improvement of curricula and services Physical Demands and Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to do the following:
Talk, hear, view, and create written documents Communicate with others in person and on the telephone View and produce electronic documents Sit, use hands to handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms Stand, walk, stoop, or kneel Lift and/or move items up to 30 pounds APPLICATION
To apply, please submit and attach the following:
Application at www.northwestms.edu Resume Transcript(s) Three (3) Professional References: Name, Organization, Email Address and Telephone Number
About Us
Northwest Mississippi Community College is a two-year, open access public community college primarily serving 11 counties in northwest Mississippi. Our vision states that "Northwest Mississippi Community College transforms our students' lives, enriches our communities, and strives for excellence in our educational programs and services."
Accreditation
Northwest Mississippi Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the Associate of Arts degree, the Associate of Applied Science degree and certificates in career education. Questions about the accreditation of Northwest Mississippi Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Northwest Mississippi Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or status as a veteran or disabled veteran in all its programs and activities. Northwest Mississippi Community College prohibits sexual harassment and all forms of sexual violence, regardless of sex, gender identity or sexual orientation. The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990/Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973: Disability Support Services Coordinator, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7046, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3309, e-mail address mkelsay@northwestms.edu; Title II of the Age Discrimination Act: Vice President for Finance and Administration, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7017, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3216, e-mail address jhorton@northwestms.edu; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972/Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: (For student-related matters) Associate Vice President for Student Services and Enrollment Management, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7010, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3409, e-mail address trush@northwestms.edu or (for employment-related matters) Director of Human Resources, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7038, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 560-5216, email estanford@northwestms.edu.
Safety Statement
The safety and security of students, faculty, and staff is very important to Northwest Mississippi Community College. A copy of the Annual Security Report, published annually by the Campus Police Department, details Northwest policies and procedures regarding campus safety. A copy of the report, which contains the annual crime statistics report, is available online in the current Northwest Bulletin (www.northwestms.edu/bulletin) or on the Northwest website (www.northwestms.edu) and in printed form upon request from the Campus Police Office at (662) 562-3314.
Background Check Statement
Northwest Mississippi Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. NWCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.