Embedded Writing Coach

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,893,000; Part time

Job summary

Norfolk State University is seeking Embedded Tutors to provide free, one-to-one writing help in person or online. Tutors partner with a faculty member, report to the Embedded Tutoring Coordinator, and may host writing workshops with faculty partners.

Duties include meeting students one-on-one or in small groups, giving feedback on writing, teaching proper formatting and citation, and helping students become independent writers. Training sessions and required paperwork are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Tutoring/writing support experience required or preferred.
• Experience with academic writing processes and citation practices.

Responsibilities

• Meet with students one-to-one or in small groups to provide writing assistance.
• Provide feedback on writing assignments and help students engage in the writing process.
• Assist students in properly formatting a paper in the designated documentation style.
• Assist students in avoiding plagiarism and properly citing sources.
• Help students become independent writers and learners.
• Attend training and meetings as required by the Embedded Tutoring Coordinator.
• Complete summaries and required paperwork for each consultation.

Skills

Tutoring

Writing feedback

Organization

Time management

Tools

MS Word

Microsoft 365

PowerPoint

WCONLINE

Zoom

Blackboard

Job description

Norfolk State University is seeking Embedded Tutors to provide free, one-to-one writing help in person or online. Tutors partner with a faculty member, report to the Embedded Tutoring Coordinator, and may host writing workshops with faculty partners.

Duties include meeting students one-on-one or in small groups, giving feedback on writing, teaching proper formatting and citation, and helping students become independent writers. Training sessions and required paperwork are part of the role.