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Writing Consultant III

Texas A&M International University
Laredo, TX
$17,54 an hour
Full-time

Job Description

Job Summary

The Writing Consultant III, under general supervision, provides advanced consultation and tutoring for graduate students.

Provides one-on-one writing support to graduate students enhancing their writing skills. Manages a website with academic resources for graduate students.

Collects annual statistics for reporting purposes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provides advanced tutoring of students regarding their writing, speaking and audio / video skills.

Consults with specified classes / departments regarding writing or audio / video matters.

Review and provide feedback to graduate students’ work submitted to

Assist graduate students structure and develop their ideas.

Instruct graduate students in strategies to develop their writing skills.

Review graduate student papers and provide constructive and supportive feedback.

Coach graduate students to develop their scholarly voice and self-confidence.

Edit journal articles and theses.

Provide writing feedback and instruction to graduate students in individual appointments and occasionally in small groups.

Guide graduate students who are writing theses through the process of finding a topic, preparing an idea paper, wiring a proposal, and / or finishing a thesis.

Assists thesis and dissertation students with proper formatting and graduate school compliance.

Provides assistance to graduate student writing groups and programs.

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions.

Other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Education - Master’s degree or 18 SCH at the graduate level in applicable field.

Experience - Four years of related experience as a writer, editor, teacher of writing or public speaking, or tutor / administrator in a writing, speaking, or learning center, to include experience working with graduate students on writing dissertations and theses and facilitating writing groups.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of :

Word processing applications.

Writing basics.

Ability to :

Multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Licensing / Professional Certification None.

Physical Requirements General Office Environment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

S upervision of Others :

This position generally supervises employees.

Other Requirements :

Evening and weekend work may occasionally be required.

Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.

Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.

Salary : $17.54 / hourly

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