Writing Center Consultant, Metro Job at Cuyahoga Community College in Cleveland

Overview

Writing Center Consultant, Metro role at Cuyahoga Community College

Department: Liberal Arts
Location: Metropolitan Campus
Reports To: Associate Dean, Liberal Arts - M
Recruitment Type: External/Internal
Requisition ID: req6465
Employment Type: Part-Time Support Staff
Union Position: Non-Union
Work Schedule: Hours vary depending on student demand - usage of writing center.
Number of Openings: 0

Job Description

Consultants are responsible for providing one-on-one or group consulting in a supportive environment to students in all disciplines, in order to engage and empower them to become more competent academic and professional writers.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one or group writing consultations in a supportive environment to students across disciplines to enhance academic and professional writing skills.
• Engage in teaching in a one-on-one setting as part of the Writing Center duties; no additional teaching beyond the Center requirements is required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university (English degrees preferred).
• Demonstrated writing consultation experience in a tutoring or instructional setting.
• Experience working with community college students.

• Working knowledge of writing concepts, practices and procedures with the ability to apply to varied situations.
• Ability to explain concepts to others effectively.
• Ability to communicate study strategies to ensure academic success.
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds; patience and positive attitude in fostering an encouraging learning environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.
• Ability to work collaboratively and accurately with attention to detail; strong customer service skills and ability to develop productive relationships.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; ability to handle sensitive information discreetly.
• Sensitivity to community needs and appropriate responsiveness.

Competencies

• Critical Competencies: Service Focus, Communications, Quality of Work
• Very Important Competencies: Collaboration, Time Utilization
• Important Competencies: Adaptability, Continuous Improvement

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

The work is performed in a normal, professional office environment. The area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated. The employee may sit to perform duties and use a computer; walking, standing, bending, stooping, and carrying items may be required. Travel to meetings and conferences away from the worksite may be required.

Compensation

Set-Rate Non-Bargaining Part-Time Position: $20.91/hour.

Special Instructions to Applicants

During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume in MS Word or PDF format. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

Affirmative Action

Cuyahoga Community College is committed to equal employment/educational opportunity and diversity in the workforce.