Part-Time Writing Support Assistant, Learning Resources

Job Details

Job Family

STAFF - Support Staff

Grade

CS

Salary

$12.00 - $19.00 (Depending on Education/Experience)

Department

Learning Resources

Reports To

Assoc Director, Learning Resources

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

First Review Date

October 31, 2023

Job Summary

The Part Time Writing Support Assistant provides writing support and tutoring to students and small groups in the Learning Resources department under the direct supervision of the Academic Support Writing Coach.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists students in the use of writing support that includes face-to-face, software, and virtual support systems

• Monitors students progress in the development of their writing skills

• Attends all tutor trainings and required meetings

• Follows the approved record keeping process to track students, topics, courses, and hours spent in writing support

• Tutors students in courses related to their writing needs

• Serves as a role model to motivate students with their academic needs

• Assists with collection of data and preparation of reports as necessary

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and completion of one (1) specified college discipline course

• Record of completion and high achievement in both ENC1101 and ENC1102 courses

• No experience required; training provided as needed

• Referral from college faculty specifically involved in field of study

• GPA greater than 3.3 average

• Knowledge and understanding of College organization, goals and objectives, and policies and

• Ability to demonstrate genuine motivation in dealing with people

• Working knowledge in workforce programs

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally in writing with a diverse population

• Ability to work well in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with students, faculty and staff

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evening and weekend assignments

Additional Requirements

The final candidate is to successfully complete a background screening and reference check process.

EQUAL ACCESS/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Miami Dade College is an equal access/equal opportunity institution which does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, marital status, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran's status, ethnicity, pregnancy, sexual orientation or genetic information.

To obtain more information about the College's equal access and equal opportunity policies, procedures and practices, please contact the College's Equity Officer: Cindy Lau Evans, Director, Office of Equal Opportunity Programs / ADA Coordinator / Title IX Coordinator, at (305) 237-2577 (Voice) or 711 (Relay Service). 11011 SW 104 St., Room 1102-1; Miami, FL 33176. EquityOff@mdc.edu