OVERVIEW The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for an On-Call Writing Tutor position within the Morrison Family College of Health. This is a part-time position that works remotely, 2 to 8 hours a week. The schedule will largely be dictated by the student’s availability, which is often evenings and weekends, but ultimately the person in this role should have the flexibility to set their own schedule. The University of St. Thomas embraces diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. We are committed to building a skilled team that represents a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. This commitment is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission. JOB SUMMARY The Morrison Family College of Health is seeking a professional writing tutor to provide support for graduate students enrolled in programs across academic disciplines in the Morrison Family College of Health. The individual in this will work directly with students to help them understand writing assignments, APA formatting, and basic writing components. This is primarily a remote position, with occasional needs to be on campus for meetings or to provide writing workshops. The work schedule will be set to meet the needs of the successful candidate but must include weekend and evening availability to meet the needs of our graduate students and will require up to 15 hours each week while classes are in session, to include summers. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS + Support master- and doctorate- level graduate students within the School of Social Work (SSW), graduate students within the Graduate School of Professional Psychology (GSPP), and graduate students in the School of Nursing (SON) in the Morrison Family College of Health (MFCOH) via video conferencing. Support students in learning to interpret assignments, utilize APA format, apply rubric evaluation tools, and self-reflect upon their writing within the context of their coursework and broader graduate studies. Provide instructive feedback on scholarly writing components to include relevance, clarity, style, and mechanics. Consult with the Student Success Director and faculty as needed. + Maintain a record-keeping system that documents services provided to students. Write up and submit reports following each session. Documentation shall summarize and offer description of work completed with students (one note per session). + Conduct periodic assessments in consultation with the Student Success Director as needed to ensure that graduate writing support best meets student and academic program’s needs. + Manage the writing support email account. Manage appointment scheduling system. Respond to communications in a timely manner. + Develop and execute workshops and resources designed to instruct students on writing at the graduate level. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Qualifications + Master’s degree in a relevant field + Two or more years’ experience as a writing tutor, instructor, or editor, preferably in an educational environment This is a part-time position that works remotely, 2 to 8 hours a week. The schedule will largely be dictated by the student’s availability, which is often evenings and weekends, but ultimately the person in this role should have the flexibility to set their own schedule. Preferred Qualifications: + ELL/ESL experience or certification strongly preferred + Degree in health-related field preferred Special Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Knowledge: Working knowledge of video conferencing platforms supported at St. Thomas and Microsoft Office 365 products. Extensive knowledge of APA style formatting. Skills and Abilities: Illustrates strong graduate level writing ability. Exhibits excellent communication skills. Ability to work independently. Endorses writing as an iterative and developmental process. Demonstrated cultural responsiveness and compassion for others’ experiences as people and as learners. HOW TO APPLY All interested candidates must apply online athttps://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. Follow the instructions to complete an online application which includes creating or updating an applicant profile, uploading a resume, and completing a job specific application. In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening. Official job posting is available atwww.stthomas.edu/jobs. Apply for this job (https://staffemployment-stthomas.icims.com/jobs/8139/on-call-writing-tutor/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in\_iframe=1&hashed=-336181904) Want to get notified about new employment opportunities? To receive notifications regarding new job opportunities that fit your selected career interestsConnect with us. (https://staffemployment-stthomas.icims.com/connect?back=intro&findajob=1&in\_iframe=1&hashed=-435746366) Job Post Information* : Posted Date1 month ago(9/26/2024 2:15 PM) Position Number010320 CampusSt. Paul FLSA StatusNon-Exempt/Hourly Employment TypeCasual/On-Call Staff