The Director of the Writing Center at John Carroll University is responsible for providing writing support to graduate and undergraduate students. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in English, Writing Studies, or a related field, as well as excellent communication and writing skills.
Required Qualifications :
- Master’s degree in English, Writing Studies, or a related field.
- Evidence of commitment to promoting a culture of mutual understanding and belonging.
- Outstanding writing skills with a firm understanding of how to teach others to teach writing, tutor other students, and write well.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to present to groups.
- Interest in understanding and supporting John Carroll’s mission to inspire individuals to excel in learning, leadership, and service in the region and in the world.
- Proficient using Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and telecommunication software such as Zoom.
Preferred Qualifications :
Demonstrated understanding of the unique needs of graduate students.Involvement in writing center (or closely a related field) professional organizations and conferences.Demonstrated leadership in areas around equity and inclusion.Demonstrated excellence with teacher evaluation and / or training.Three or more years of experience in a college-level writing center.Demonstrated experience or background working with STEM writing.Working knowledge of student information and learning management systems such as Canvas and Banner.Duties And Responsibilities :
Collaborates with the Graduate School to provide targeted writing support for graduate students.Engages in an ongoing listening tour to learn the best ways to support graduate writing.Advocates for resources and initiatives that would positively impact supporting graduate student writing.Develops graduate-specific resources and programming.Creates graduate-specific promotional materials.Attends monthly graduate program directors’ meetings.Prepares training and professional development for consultants related to providing effective graduate writing support.Consulting Hours / Teaching :
Tutors graduate and undergraduate students in the Writing Center each semester.May teach an English department course as needed.Other WC Administrative Duties And Service :
Maintains and grows Writing Center customizable, discipline-specific workshop offerings.Leads class workshops on writing-related topics.Participates in department and programmatic meetings and committees.Promotes the Writing Center to faculty, staff, and students.Works collaboratively with the Director to develop and facilitate monthly staff professional development meetings.Maintains the Writing Center staff handbook.Assists with managing the day-to-day Writing Center operations as needed.Manages the Writing Center’s social media and marketing team.Assesses the needs, quality, and satisfaction of students, particularly graduate students, served by the Writing Center.Reviews scholarly literature and attends conferences to stay current in the field.Other duties as assigned.John Carroll University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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