[Hiring] FWS Writing Coach @Saybrook University

Role Description

Saybrook University is seeking a FWS Writing Coach to join Writing Services. Under the direction of the Writing Services Manager, the Writing Coach is responsible for providing one-on-one coaching to help students develop their writing skills.

• Providing one-on-one coaching support
• Creating supporting documents and materials
• Writing reports about completed sessions
• Coordinating a time with students at least 2 days before the session
• Participation in weekly team meetings with writing services staff
• Completing onboarding training module(s) and engage in ongoing professional development
• Facilitating breakout rooms during events hosted by Writing Services (on occasion)
• Collaborating with full-time staff to plan and organize writing events (if desired)
• Using technology such as e-mail, peer-to-peer video platforms, and learning management systems to facilitate and prepare for writing coach appointments
• Answering phone calls, responding to e-mails, and performing other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Must be an actively enrolled Saybrook student and eligible for Federal Work Study (FWS)
• Competent college-level reading comprehension and writing skills
• Must remain in good academic standing with Saybrook University throughout employment
• Commit to a minimum of 5 hours per week of work

Requirements

• Prior experience tutoring or teaching
• Prior experience working with students remotely
• Prior experience facilitating online workshops or seminars

Physical Requirements

• Regular access to the internet to check and respond to e-mails and collaborate on documents in the cloud
• Regular use of video conferencing platforms such as Zoom to hold appointments and communicate with other members of the team
• Locate in an area with minimal background noise and have stable internet connections to promote a positive experience

Compensation

This opportunity is budgeted at $20.00 base compensation.