Welcome to Grayson College. Grayson College is in the heart of Grayson County and provides a vital link for higher education. GC offers small classes for personalized instruction, affordable tuition, caring, professional faculty, and the convenience of day, evening or online classes. The college serves approximately 5,000 students annually. Grayson’s reputation is highly respected by surrounding universities and industries as an excellent source of quality graduates who bring specialized, skilled and much-needed talents to the workplace.
Writing Center Staff: Provides instructional aid and tutoring to students for academic and professional writing.
This is a part-time position of 19 hours or less per week with an hourly salary of $23.00. Responsibilities:
- 40% Tutors students in person or by email. Assists students with study skills and helps with limited and basic technical needs.
- 15% Aids Corequisite students in College Preparedness in the Writing Center and Integrated Reading and Writing (INRW) corequisite lab environments.
- 15% Supervises and trains peer tutors.
- 15% Prepares handouts and supplemental data.
- 10% Maintains accurate records of students assisted and manages student printing and printing funds.
- 5% Performs other related duties as assigned by Writing Center Coordinator.
Depending on availability and experience, Writing Center Staff may also be offered the opportunity to assist with or Adjunct a section of INRW 0210.
Performance Measurements:
- Demonstrates the Viking Values of balance, clarity, gratitude, service, teamwork, and trust.
- Provides friendly service in the writing center.
- Keeps current in Writing Center theory and practices.
- Collaborates with the English faculty.
- Participates in professional development and stays current in both the professional field and in current teaching/learning best practices.
- Maintains confidentiality of student records in compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Acts (FERPA).
- Complies with all state and federal laws and regulations relating to higher education.
This job description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising the position.Qualifications:
- A Bachelor's degree in English or related field, such as Communications or Journalism is required.
- An MA in English or related field, such as Communications or Journalism is preferred.
- Experience with Adult Education, Corequisite program or College Readiness programs is preferred.
- Ability to clearly communicate and explain concepts to students of varying academic backgrounds and levels of writing.
- Patience and encouragement when working with students.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Please submit unofficial transcripts or e-copies for each institution of higher education attended with your application (If selected, official transcripts from each degree-granting institution will be required upon date of hire). This position is considered a security sensitive position and will require a criminal background check.
GRAYSON COLLEGE IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY INSTITUTION PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL AND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ON THE BASIS OF MERIT AND WITHOUT DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RELIGION, GENDER, AGE, DISABILITY, OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROHIBITED BY LAW.
The employer actively supports the Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations. For more information, please contact the human resources office at 903-463-8770 or gcjobs@grayson.edu.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The employer actively supports the Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations. For more information, please contact the human resources office at 903-463-8770 or
gcjobs@grayson.edu
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