CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION
The Baruch College Writing Center provides professional support for undergraduate and graduate students to improve their writing and English language skills and to become more independent, confident, and versatile writers.  The Writing Center collaborates closely with academic departments and other student support units to offer an innovative array of programming and services, including one-to-one consultations, synchronous and asynchronous online tutoring, interdisciplinary and honors thesis workshops, and an online journal of model student writing.  Reporting to the Director of the Writing Center, the Assistant Director is responsible for assisting in all areas of pedagogical programming, development, and administration of the Center.

Specific responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, assistance in the following areas:

• Design, implementation, and assessment of interdisciplinary workshops and honors thesis workshops.
• Design and implementation of professional development for Writing Center staff and the broader College community.
• Management of online support and resources, including the Center’s website and scheduler, synchronous and asynchronous tutoring, an online journal of model student writing, and resources for students and faculty.
• Collection of data, preparation of reports, and implementation of assessment to improve the Center’s services and programs.
• Oversight of the Writing Center, including administrative responsibilities such as scheduling, payroll, and purchasing.
• Assist with efforts to pursue additional funding through grants and endowments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree and four years’ related experience required.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
A terminal degree in Writing, Rhetoric & Composition, TESOL, English, or a closely related discipline is strongly preferred. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following: experience in tutoring and teaching writing to culturally, linguistically, and academically diverse populations of college students; application of writing pedagogy, WAC/WID approaches, instructional technology, curriculum development, and assessment; creative engagement in administrative and pedagogical efforts; strong organizational and planning skills; excellent oral, written, visual and interpersonal communication skills; a commitment to the goals of urban public higher education.

COMPENSATION
$53,032 – $71,073; commensurate with qualifications and experience.

BENEFITS
CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans.  Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

HOW TO APPLY
Applicants must provide a resume and cover letter.  To apply, go to www.cuny.edu, select “Employment”, and “Search Job Listing”.  You will be prompted to create an account.  Return to this job listing using the “Job Search” page and select “Apply Now”.

CLOSING DATE
June 3, 2012

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are committed to enhancing our diverse academic community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply.  We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. EO/AA Employer.

This is an exciting opportunity for a writing/communications specialist who wishes to help build the first WCC of its kind in Russia. The NES WCC offers services in both English and Russian, but most requests are in English. The knowledge of Russian is therefore not required.

Qualifications: Master’s degree or a PhD in English, Composition and Rhetoric, TESOL or related field; profound knowledge of writing center pedagogy and WAC/WID principles; 2+ years of experience in teaching or tutoring written and oral academic communication at the undergraduate and/or graduate level; commitment to the Socratic method; excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a bilingual academic environment.

Familiarity with educational technology and experience in assessment tools design are definite pluses.

Salary: The salary will be internationally competitive and commensurate with experience.

Application Process: Please send the following documents to Olga Aksakalova, Director of the NES WCC at oaksakalova@nes.ru:

1. Cover letter, specifying teaching/tutoring philosophy
2. CV
3. Two letters of recommendation
4. Academic writing sample (no longer than 15 pages)

The review of applications will begin immediately and continue till the position is filled. The successful candidate will be expected to start working in late August – early September of 2012.

NES is the leading center of economics research in Russia and Eastern Europe and an independent research-intensive institution of higher education in Moscow. Most of our Economics faculty members hold U.S. or European doctorates, and classes are taught both in English and Russian. We attract visiting scholars from many fields who contribute to a stimulating intellectual atmosphere and cross-disciplinary projects. NES faculty members collaborate closely with counterparts in Moscow’s other leading social sciences and humanities research centers. Additional information about NES can be found at www.nes.ru/en/home/.

The New Economic School is an equal opportunity employer.

Position Summary
Academic Center Tutors provide synchronous and asynchronous writing, math, science or technology support to KU online students. This potentially includes live tutoring, paper review, tutorial development, plagiarism mediation, and student assessment. Aside from official KU holidays, centers are open and function independently of tracks.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Provide consistent, student-centered project feedback in a timely manner.
• Promote center services across the institution as directed.
• Conduct specific number of hours of live tutoring each week.
• Answer asynchronous student concerns on a daily basis as assigned.
• Revise, create, and enhance tutorials and reference materials.
• Provide a warm, student-empowering environment.
• Contribute to the overall success of the College/School as a whole.
• Attend monthly departmental teleconferences. Attend semi-annual faculty retreats.
• Engage in relevant professional development, which is planned with and approved by direct supervisor.
• Mentor new/part-time tutors (Full-time tutors only).

Other Possible Functions:

• Mediate between the Office of the Provost and students appealing plagiarism charges.
• Assess new student placement tests Assess struggling students for course placement and/or intervention.
• Perform other similar job-related duties or projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Composition or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• 3 – 5 years professional and/or teaching experience. 2+ years working in a Writing Center is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage multiple email accounts and archive student feedback.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word (e.g. Knowledge of tracking, mark-up, and creation of forms and templates). Preferred experience with multimedia making technologies (Camtasia, Windows MovieMaker, Adobe Captivate, Flash, etc.).
• Practiced knowledge of Microsoft Excel (e.g. Familiarity with formulas and creating and managing multiple worksheets).

Practiced knowledge of Adobe Acrobat (e.g. Ability to create PDF files from Word documents)

Full details at https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/asp/tg/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=375&siteid=138&areq=19327BR&codes=IWCA .

· Writing Center Director Responsibilities
o Manage space, logistics, and personnel of the Peer Writing Coach Program
o Train student writing coaches (peer tutors) and maintain independent study program
o Serve as a resource to students for writing help and motivation
o Serve as a resource to faculty for writing and research-related needs
o Build relationships with the larger Writing Center community
o Collaborate with the Writing Center director at the Christiana campus
o Collaborate with Collins campus librarian

For more information or to apply, visit our website:  http://www.applitrack.com/nlcphs/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?internaltransferform.Url=&category=High+School+Teaching <http://www.applitrack.com/nlcphs/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?internaltransferform.Url=&category=High+School+Teaching>

If you have any additional questions, please contact Elizabeth Levinson at elevinson@nlcphs.org

Starting Date: August 16, 2012
Clinical Instructor-Writing Specialist sought to work at the University of Illinois Springfield Center for Teaching and Learning and to teach one course each semester fall and spring starting August 16, 2012. The normal work week is 40 hours. Required: Master’s Degree in English, composition, journalism, communication or a field in which writing and the teaching of writing is emphasized. Doctorate or other terminal degree preferred. Two years experience teaching college or university level English composition, tutoring writing, and training and supervising graduate teaching assistants and undergraduate peer tutors.  The successful candidate must have demonstrated the ability to work with and be sensitive to the educational needs of individuals and groups of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation, disability and/or ethnic backgrounds.

Review of applications for the faculty search will begin immediately, and will continue until the position has been filled

Please send a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and contact information for three professional references to:
Dr. Tung Nguyen, Writing Specialist Search Committee Chair
Center for Teaching & Learning
University of Illinois Springfield
1 University Plaza, MS BRK 460
Springfield, IL 62703

Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three campuses of the University of Illinois.  The UIS campus serves approximately 5,100 students in 20 graduate and 23 undergraduate programs.  The academic curriculum of the campus emphasizes a strong liberal arts core, an array of professional programs, extensive opportunities in experiential education, and a broad engagement in public affairs issues of the day.  The campus offers many small classes, substantial student-faculty interaction, and a rapidly evolving technology enhanced learning environment.  Its diverse student body includes traditional, non-traditional, and international students. Twenty-five percent of majors are in 17 undergraduate and graduate online degree programs and the campus has received several national awards for its implementation of online learning.  UIS faculty are committed teachers, active scholars, and professionals in service to society.  You are encouraged to visit the university web page at http://www.uis.edu and the department web page at: http://www.uis.edu/ctl

UIS is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to recruitment and retention of a diverse and inclusive campus community.  Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:  A Learning Specialist is a full-time professional employee in the Division of Library and Academic Support College Writing Center.  This individual will possess advanced professional training that gives them the ability to tutor in basic and difficult subject areas.  He or she will report to the Director of the College Writing Center (CWC).  This individual will tutor and encourage students on their writing on an appointment or drop-in basis, in person and online.  He or she will also supervise and serve as a resource for peer tutors.  This individual will address tutoring or general questions from CWC students and other members of the college community or refer those questions they cannot answer to the Director of the CWC.  He or she will help create writing support materials, create and present classroom workshops and continue to develop the skills needed for writing and writing tutoring through participating in training meetings, asking questions and reading/viewing materials provided by the Director during slower times.  This individual will report any concerns or questions about CWC operations to the Director; complete a survey after every tutoring session to keep the Director informed about what is going on in these sessions and to provide records should questions arise about the tutoring session at a later date.  This individual will also open or close the CWC when the Director is unavailable and generally fulfill requests from the Director.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:  The successful candidate must be able to relate to and work with students individually and/or in small groups, exercise good judgment, and communicate effectively both orally and in writing.  He or she will exercise strong organizational skills; work in a multiple-task environment; promote positive student, faculty and staff relations as well as relate to the adult student population.  The successful candidate will use basic computer software programs including Microsoft Office Suite and assist students with conducting Internet research.

The minimum starting salary is $33,000.  Minimal additional compensation may be granted for education and/or experience exceeding the minimum stated job requirements.  This is at the sole discretion of Daytona State College.

Posted:  4/10/12                                                                                  Closing Date:  4/19/12

Working Hours:  These positions will require evening and weekend hours.  Work schedule may vary from week to week and work hours may differ, as needed on a daily basis.

Interested candidates should submit a completed Daytona State employment application along with copies of all transcripts related to degrees listed on the application.  If formal education occurred at an international institution, a copy of the degree evaluation must be submitted with the application.  Candidates will not be considered if copies of transcripts (and / or third party evaluations) are not furnished by the position closing date.  Any candidate hired must supply official transcripts within 30 days of employment.

Criminal background checks and fingerprinting are required. Submit a completed DSC application online at http://www.daytonastate.edu/hr/ with position title, position number and resume.

For more information, please contact us at telephone 386.506.4505, or 386.506.3238 for a TDD connection, or visit our website at http://www.DaytonaState.edu .

Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process.  To request accommodations, contact 386.506.4505.

DAYTONA STATE COLLEGE
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
1200 W. INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY BOULEVARD
DAYTONA BEACH, FL.  32114
FAX: 386.506.4482

Daytona State College prohibits discrimination and assures equal opportunity in employment and education services to all individuals without regard to age, ancestry, belief, color, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, and veteran status.  For more details, read our policy at this site http://www.daytonastate.edu/hr/equalaccess.html   or contact: Job B. Clement, Chair of the Equity Committee at 386-506-3403 or 1200 W. International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach FL  32114.

The Director will hire, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate peer tutors; manage the Center’s budget; promote the Center’s services; and oversee day-to-day administrative operations of the Writing Center’s computer lab.

Master’s Degree required in English, Rhetoric/Composition, Writing, or a related field. Prior experience in administration, writing-center theory and tutoring, and first-year composition strongly preferred.

Salary for this full-time, 10-month position is commensurate with qualifications and experience, beginning in the low to mid 30′s. Full benefits include tuition remission.

To apply, send a c.v., letter of application including a brief statement of teaching philosophy, and the names of three references, preferably electronically, to http://www2.mcdaniel.edu/apply/ADWC or to:

McDaniel College
Human Resources
2 College Hill
Westminster, MD 21157-4390
Email: dgold@mcdaniel.edu

Review of applications begins May 1, 2012 and will continue until the position is filled.

POSITION:
Stetson University seeks a Lecturer to join the Writing Program with joint responsibilities in teaching first year composition and directing the University’s Writing Center. This is a full-time, non-tenure-track faculty position, renewable for up to three years.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Eligible applicants must have a minimum of a Master’s degree in Rhetoric and Composition or closely related field, with experience teaching writing at the college level. Training and/or experience in Writing Center leadership required. Qualified candidates will exhibit a commitment to pedagogical innovation and professional development.  Desirable secondary qualifications include experience in ESL, developmental writing, and WAC theory and pedagogy.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The teaching load is normally 3/3, with assignments in developmental and/or first year writing. First year writing at Stetson involves small, process-based writing courses focused on developing effective, reader-based revision practices and heightening rhetorical awareness and strategies; first year writing is the initial stage in a General Education curriculum that requires three writing intensive experiences staggered over four years. We emphasize individualized, high-impact learning strategies in the FYW classroom, with the student’s final achievement demonstrated in a substantial portfolio. The writing faculty share a deep commitment to excellence in writing and teaching; we welcome technological innovation and encourage broad dissemination of successful pedagogical tactics. Administrative responsibilities carry one course reassignment for a teaching load of 3/2. Leadership of the Writing Center at Stetson requires working closely with the Director of the Writing Program and coordinating with the Office of Student Success in matters of tutor training and mentoring, faculty outreach, and WC pedagogy; the lecturer would also be expected to tutor students in the Writing Center. Stetson’s interdisciplinary Writing Center currently employs 14 peer tutors representing many of Stetson’s academic areas and retains a primary focus on the development of the autonomous student writer while working closely with faculty across the disciplines to ensure support for course initiatives.

For more information on our expectations in teaching and scholarship, our tenure policies, and our support for faculty development, please see the Academic Affairs website: http://www.stetson.edu/academicaffairs/newfac.php <http://www.stetson.edu/academicaffairs/new> .

STARTING DATE:
August 2012

SALARY:
Competitive.

APPLICATION:
Qualified applicants should send a letter of application and c.v. to Megan O’Neill, Director of the Writing Program, Department of English, Unit 8300, Stetson University, DeLand, FL 32723 or by email to mboneill@stetson.edu Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Additional application materials (including references, sample syllabi, examples of drafts with comments, and a statement of teaching philosophy) may be requested.

Stetson University, an Equal Opportunity Employer, affirms the values and goals of diversity and strongly encourages the applications of all candidates, including women and candidates from historically under-represented groups.

The successful candidate will possess excellent oral and written communication skills and knowledge of administration, assessment and research methods; writing center theory and pedagogy; factors and theories associated with writing across the curriculum; and learning for diverse college students.

The successful candidate will also possess the following education and experience:

• Ph.D. in Composition, English, Curriculum and Instruction, Education, or a related field.
• Experience supervising, leading, and coordinating writing center operations including budget development, public relations, supervision of staff, assessment, and partnering with faculty across academic disciplines.
• Experience in student learning focused writing center/writing assistance programs or programming geared towards meeting writing and communication needs of undergraduate college students.
• Experience directly supervising staff.
  

The Notice of Vacancy appears at www.iastatejobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=81467 <http://www.iastatejobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=81467>  The application deadline is April 9, 2012 at 11:59pm.

Host Site Name: University of Portland

Department: Moreau Center for Service & Leadership

Location: 5000 N Willamette Blvd, Portland OR 97203

Position Title: North Portland Education Initiative Coordinator

Summary of Position:

The North Portland Education Initiative Coordinator will play a key role in two major program collaborations: the Writing & Publishing Center within Roosevelt High School’s College & Career Transition Center and a Summer Learning Camp hosted at the University of Portland with a focus on North Portland rising ninth and twelfth grade students, particularly those engaged in AVID programs in the Roosevelt Cluster schools.

Essential Responsibilities/Activities:

• Recruitment and training of diverse writing consultants to staff the Writing & Publishing Center (WPC).
• Represent WPC and increase relationships/networks on behalf of the WPC, especially with RHS teachers.
• Strengthen partnerships with local education-related community partners in collaboration with School of Education and Moreau Center for Service & Leadership (may include training and supporting other tutors/mentors).
• Supervision and support of writing consultants and other WPC volunteers/staff with the goal of sustainability beyond VISTA support.
• Strengthen and continue development of Civic Engagement aspect of Summer Learning Program (may include graffiti abatement and mural project and/or other place-based experiential learning activities).
• Assessment of WPC and Summer Learning Program effectiveness.

Marginal Responsibilities:

• Create multi-media and print recruitment and promotional materials.
• Support related projects, programs, events and partners as needed.
• Develop and promote creative writing club connected with WPC.

AmeriCorps Member Responsibilities:

• Attend all ORCC AmeriCorps required trainings and events
• Complete and submit all ORCC AmeriCorps required progress reports, timesheets, and other paperwork

Required Qualifications:

• Experience working with middle-school and/or high school youth in tutoring or mentoring capacity
• Appreciation of creative and/or academic writing
• Associates or Bachelors degree

• At least 18 years of age
• A U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or lawful permanent resident
• Able to serve full-time for 365 days (AmeriCorps*VISTA)
• Ability to pass a criminal history background check

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with socio-economically diverse communities
• Higher education leadership experience
• Experience with high school or college writing center and/or publishing projects
• Spanish-language skills
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office software and familiar with iLife, Adobe InDesign Final Cut Express, Adobe Creative and/or Production Suite.
• Project management experience
• Event coordination experience

AmeriCorps Member Benefits:

• A living allowance for the term of service, dispersed monthly
• An education award of $5,550
• Health care
• Loan forbearance and interest accrual payment on qualified student loans
• Child care (if eligible)
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Access to an extensive network of AmeriCorps Alums

Site Specific Benefits:

• University cars available for work-related travel (does note include ordinary community) and use of campus ZipCar program
• Low-cost, subsidized monthly bus pass
• Gym/exercise weight room membership and free fitness classes
• Faculty/staff lunch program with low, fixed-price menu
• Assistance with obtaining low-cost housing close to campus
• Free season passes for campus theater productions and reduced cost admission to athletic events

The application should be available in the next few weeks and will be posted on the Oregon Campus Compact website (http://www.oregoncampuscompact.org/americorps/americorps-vista). Potential applicants should monitor the website periodically.

The Director of the Writing Center (WC) oversees daily operations of the WC to include:

• Hiring, training, and supervision of all part-time, temporary employees
• Promotion of the Writing Center
• Implementation of the Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC) program of faculty support and development
• Collection, maintenance, analysis, and reporting of data on student, employee, and community usage of the WC’s services
• Management of the WC and WAC budget.

Duties

• Manage and supervise the daily activities of the Writing Center and Writing Across the Curriculum.
• Supervise all temporary, part-time personnel
• Hire, train, schedule and evaluate tutors
• Select and develop tutor-training materials and student resources
• Build Writing Center services for Lexington, Savannah, and Humboldt.
• Promote and manage the WAC Program.
• Schedule and conduct related meetings and workshops for faculty and student writers.
• Collaborate with faculty to determine needs for their classes.
• Provide database analysis for WC and WAC
• Organize and publicize WC and WAC activities and special events.
• Maintain the WC webpage
• Work closely with the Director of the Library to serve the campus community, including bringing in special speakers.
• Assist faculty and staff with preparing, critiquing, and/or editing academic and in-house documents
• Work with faculty and staff for their own academic writing.
• Perform other administrative duties, e.g. prepare and manage the budget
• Prepare reports as requested for JSCC and TBR
• Serve on committees as needed/requested
• Assume responsibility for other duties and projects as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English or related field with emphasis in writing.
• Supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters Degree in English or related field preferred.
• Experience with writing centers and WAC and/or teaching composition preferred.
• Administrative experience, such as preparing and managing a budget, preferred.

Skills

• Must have excellent interpersonal and public relations communication skills; ability to effectively communicate using written and verbal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Banner database experience or knowledge is a plus.
• Reasoning ability required in administrative decision making, advising and assisting students, project coordination, performing complex tasks and applying relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulations.

Salary
42,919

Deadline:
04-02-2012

URL: http://www.jscc.edu/job-detail.php?job=71

The Center Director will have primary responsibility for providing leadership in developing and sustaining the operations and mission of the Center, managing the daily services provided by the Center, and managing the Center’s professional and student staff. The new Director and his/her team will be charged with implementing effective outreach and programming initiatives for the Center; hiring, training and supervising a team of student writing and communication consultants; and, collaborating with and providing workshops and other resources for faculty, particularly those teaching the newly established First-year Writing-intensive Seminars (FWS) required of all Rice undergraduates. The incumbent may also have a role in the development and administration of a writing assessment instrument for newly admitted undergraduates.

The Center Director will work closely with the Interim Faculty Director of the PWC and Associate Vice Provost for Academic Affairs to set strategies for the short-term development of the Center. The Center Director will be expected to teach at least one FWS each year and eligible for an adjunct faculty appointment. Development of a cutting-edge Webpage for the Center and PWC that serves as a tool for students and faculty will also be among the Director’s most important responsibilities.

The new Center will support writing and communication education in the broadest sense. In addition to supporting the FWS program, the Center will also offer workshops, short courses, and individual tutoring opportunities directed at students throughout their Rice careers. These might include, for example, dissertation or grant writing workshops, workshops on presentation and publishing, and writing research papers. The Center can also invite outside speakers, promote contests, and serve as meeting space. It will also offer graduate ESL classes.

Education Required:
PhD or other Doctoral Degree; Experience Required:
4 years

Other Skills Required
• Familiarity and facility with the use of technology to support the teaching of written, oral and visual forms of communication.
• Excellent organizational and communications skills.
• The ability to work effectively and professionally with faculty, staff, and students.

Experience Preferred
Experience in the assessment of writing centers or other programs; demonstrated responsibility for effective budget management; experience with ESL education.

Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must submit a letter of application, current c.v., substantial academic writing sample, and sample syllabus for a content-based, writing-intensive course. The deadline for applications is March 30; review of applications will begin March 20 and continue until the position is filled. The new Director should be available to begin work as soon as June 1 and no later than August 1, 2012.

Job Duties
• Provides leadership in developing and sustaining the operations and mission of the Center, managing the daily services provided by the Center, and managing the Center’s professional and student staff.
• Implements effective outreach and programming initiatives for the Center.
• Sets strategies for the development of the Center.
• Supports the First-Year Writing-Intensive Seminar (FWS) Program.
• May have a role in the development and administration of a writing assessment instrument for newly admitted undergraduates.
• Develops further programming, including workshops, short courses, and individual tutoring opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students, including graduate ESL classes.
• Teaches at least one FWS each year.
• Develops a cutting-edge Webpage for the Center and PWC that serves as a tool for students and faculty.
• Collaborates with faculty and staff to provide workshops and other resources for faculty, particularly those teaching the newly established First-year Writing-intensive Seminars (FWS) required of all Rice undergraduates; helps lead summer training courses for FWS instructors and TAs.
• Manages Center staff and budget.
• Cultivates and maintains collaborations with colleagues at peer institutions; keeps abreast of developments in communications pedagogy and technology.

In order to be considered, you must apply directly to the posting on the Rice University employment website, RICEWorks.  The following is a direct link to the posting. https://jobs.rice.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=53135

Rice University is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer.

Responsibilities
The Director manages the staff and resources for the comprehensive, multi-disciplinary academic learning support programs at the Center for Academic Resources (CAR).  The Director collaborates with and provides leadership for campus learning assistance programs to enhance and expand existing services to all students; gathers data, evaluates, and potentially reconfigures existing learning assistance services; monitors and supplies information about student academic performance; collaborates with grant initiatives; works collaboratively with other campus leaders regarding retention and student success.

Requirements
Candidates should present evidence of: 1) A Master’s degree in a related field; 2) Experience successfully working with a post-secondary learning assistance program, and  experience supervising professional staff and/or students; 3) Familiarity with current research, learning theory, best practices, and standards of excellence in learning assistance; 4) Experience with budgets;   5) Ability to use electronic communication, standard office software, database programs, and spreadsheets in the context of running a learning assistance program; 6) Experience working with a diverse student populations.

Preferences
It is preferred that the candidate has:1) An earned Doctorate and/or education beyond the Master’s level; 2) Experience using research and applying recognized standards of excellence for program improvement; 3) Experience with academic success programming; 4) Success in securing internal and external funding sources.

Starting Date
July 1, 2012

Salary
Competitive

Terms of Appointment
Annual academic staff terminal fixed-term appointment

Application Deadline
Review of applications will begin March 5, 2012, and continue until the position is filled. Those interested in the position should submit completed applications by this date to ensure full consideration.

How to Apply
Send letter of application (must include your philosophy of learning assistance) and contact information for five references to:
Nancy Harrison, Chair, Search & Screen Committee, Director for Center for Academic Resources (CAR), c/o Marleen Flack, Office of the Provost and Vice Chancellor, Dempsey 335, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, 800 Algoma Blvd., Oshkosh, WI 54901.  Electronic applications should be sent to cardirector@uwosh.edu

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Develop and manage the Writing Consultant program utilizing industry best practices.
2.     Develop and collaborate with the Writing Center Advisory Committee (consisting primarily of graduate and professional students) to routinely review vision, mission, and goals of the GPSWC, as well as its policies and procedures.
3.     Develop and offer a wide variety of innovative programs, events and services to help improve graduate and professional student writing skills.  Address areas including:
a.     General graduate and professional student writing needs
b.    Basic academic writing assistance
c.     Thesis and dissertation writing
d.    Writing for publication
e.     Grant Writing
f.     Professional presentations
4.     Develop strategies to specifically address the programmatic and writing needs of ESL graduate and professional students.
5.     Oversee the resource management of the GPSWC including:
a.     Development and maintenance of a reference and resource library.
b.    Managing the GPSWC’s assigned space, equipment and material resources
c.     Design and utilize budget reports, as appropriate, in order to effectively manage the annual operating budget.
d.    Interview, select, train and supervise graduate and professional student writing consultants.
e.     Develop and maintain, or oversee the development and maintenance of a GPSWC website.
f.     Create and maintain an information and referral network on campus.
6.     Network with a wide range of on- and off-campus entities to:
a.     Cultivate collaborative relationships with UM’s schools, departments, and other university entities in order to provide effective resources, referrals and services to graduate and professional students.
b.    Develop a network of contacts with other graduate and professional writing programs both in and out of the University of Maryland system to share best practices and discuss issues.
c.     Write reports on topics related to the writing needs of graduate students.  Prepare presentations for varied audiences including graduate students, administrators, and faculty.  Present at conferences, as appropriate.
7.     Devise and implement an ongoing assessment plan for Graduate Writing Center programs and services routinely analyzing student needs through surveys and other feedback mechanisms to determine priorities for workshops, programs and possible new services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s degree with an emphasis in English, Composition, or related discipline is required. Advanced degree (Ph.D., Ed.D.) also considered.
·         Experience teaching and tutoring at the graduate level, and managing a university writing/communications program or center.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Familiarity with use of technology to facilitate writing consultation.
·         Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically with a diverse group of students, faculty, administrators and staff both individually and in group settings.
·         Experience in writing center evaluation and assessment.
·         Experience in designing and teaching composition courses.
·         Demonstrated ability to provide workshops through campus partnerships and develop new workshops as needed.
·         Skill in writing, editing and proofing correspondence and reports in the appropriate administrative style.
·         Skill in interviewing, selecting, training and appraising student subordinates.
·         Ability to manage space, equipment and material resources.
·         In-depth knowledge of the requirements of academic writing at the graduate level, including thesis dissertation writing, formatting, and citation requirements.

Hiring Range: Commensurate with education and experience

Filing Deadline: Until filled
Posting Date:  2/3/12
Review of applications will begin on 02/13/12
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Hire Date: 05/10/2012
Application Deadline: 04/01/2012

The University College of Virginia Commonwealth University invites applications for an exciting opportunity as a Writing Center Coordinator. The Writing Center Coordinator supports the Director in implementing student-centered writing assistance programs. The Coordinator handles day to day operations including scheduling, supervision, training and evaluation of consultants, as well as oversight for Writing Center specialty programs. As a vital addition to a team of qualified professionals within the University College, it is crucial that this person create and maintain positive working relationships within the department and with other areas within the University.

Masters degree in English, Composition, or related area required.

For more information and to apply, go to
http://www.pubinfo.vcu.edu/facjobs/facjob.asp?Item=4504 <http://www.pubinfo.vcu.edu/facjobs/facjob.asp?Item=4504>

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. Women, minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply