Engage Studio Program Assistant Graduate

Texas Wesleyan University; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas Wesleyan University seeks an Academic Communication Support role to help students improve writing, speaking, and multimodal presentation skills. The position involves mentoring, workshop organization, and collaboration with the Engage Studio staff.

The role emphasizes one-on-one and group sessions, slide design, voiceover training, and data entry for assessment. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree and be pursuing graduate studies, with experience in teaching or tutoring preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in English, Rhetoric & Composition, or Communication Studies.
• Current enrollment in a relevant graduate program; GPA 3.0 or higher.
• Experience tutoring or teaching in higher education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support academic writing, essays, research papers, and assignments.
• Guide students in structuring and revising written work and translating written work into presentations.
• Conduct individual or group sessions to build confidence in public speaking and presentation skills.
• Assist in creating engaging slides, multimedia elements, and voiceover training for presentations.
• Maintain records and collaborate with directors; input data for assessment and schedule workshops.

Skills

Office skills

Public speaking

Tutoring

MS Teams

Canvas LMS

Time management

Interpersonal skills

FERPA/privacy

Instructional design

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's in English/Communication

Graduate program in related field

GPA 3.0+

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Canvas

Job description

Position Summary

Reporting to the Co-Directors of the Engage Studio, this position facilitates in student learning by helping students build communication skills in writing, speaking, presenting, and designing multimodal presentations. Additional duties include administrative and assessment processes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Academic Communication Support:

• Assist students with academic writing, including essays, research papers, and other assignments.
• Provide guidance on structuring, organizing, and revising written work.
• Aid students in translating written assignments into compelling presentations.

Public Speaking Confidence:

• Conduct one-on-one or group sessions to boost students’ confidence in public speaking.
• Offer feedback and constructive criticism on students’ delivery, body language, and speech content.
• Organize workshops and activities to enhance public speaking skills.

Multimedia Presentation Assistance:

• Help students transform their papers into visually appealing presentations.
• Teach students how to create engaging slides, incorporate multimedia elements, and design effective presentations.
• Provide training on voiceovers for presentations and assist in the technical aspects of recording and editing.

Introduction to Presentation Tools and Technology:

• Familiarize students with various presentation tools and technologies, such as PowerPoint, Google Slides, Prezi, and others.
• Provide hands-on training on using multimedia elements, animations, and interactive features in presentations.
• Stay updated on the latest trends and tools in presentation technology.

Other Essential Duties:

Meets with directors as needed to plan, implement, and assess engagement strategies. Documents sessions for the studio and inputs data in Microsoft Excel and other interfaces for assessment purposes. Writes reports for the studio. Develops marketing materials and awareness campaigns to promote the studio on campus. Presents to faculty and staff to promote the studio as a resource for students. Assists in organizing and scheduling workshops, seminars, and events for the studio Collaborates with other staff members to develop resources and materials for student use. Completes and submits session plans, voiceover presentations, and documents to be used with students in the Engage Studio. Attends training sessions with directors and professional development activities related to composition and communication. Facilitates tutorials and walk-in support sessions. Maintains punctual attendance and scheduled hours in person at the Engage Studio. Confers with directors weekly. Attends and participates in all training and Engage Studio staff meetings as required. Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite. Develops outreach materials and correspondence with faculty and staff prior to the beginning of each term. Delivers presentations promoting the Engage Studio in classes to raise awareness of resources available. Web content development and data entry for the Engage Studio website and assessment files. Proficiency in using various presentation tools and software. Collects attendance data for every Engage session, including student names, course title, date, and time of session.

Education, Certifications and/or Licenses

• Completed Bachelor’s degree in English, Rhetoric & Composition, or Communication Studies.
• Current acceptance or enrollment in a graduate program related to Rhetoric & Composition, Teaching Writing, English Studies, or Communication. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 in degrees earned.
• Applicant may be currently in graduate school or may have completed a graduate degree in the related field.

Experience

At least one year of experience tutoring, teaching, mentoring, or serving as a teaching assistant in a secondary or higher education setting.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work independently when necessary and collaboratively with colleagues and directors to develop a welcoming studio and effective teaching materials.
• Office skills (greeting students, managing files, collecting data, documentation of work)
• Confidence in public speaking and presentation delivery.
• Passion for helping others improve their communication skills.
• Previous experience in tutoring, teaching, student mentoring, or assisting peers.
• Skill posting materials in Microsoft Teams and in the Canvas Course Management System.
• Ability to work with a diverse student population.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to adhere to University and departmental policies and procedures.
• Discretion in in handling confidential matters, while complying with privacy ( FERPA ) regulations.
• Ability to maintain a working schedule for sessions and meetings with directors.
• Ability to be punctual to trainings and meetings.
• Skill in designing and leading instructional sessions.
• Ability to take questions from students and engage in mentoring and problem-solving.
• Effectively communicate strategies that foster academic success in oral and written communication.
• Ability to listen to student needs in order to customize individual sessions.
• Ability to maintain a neat & professional appearance and office atmosphere.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend instructions, standard correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to complete job tasks and assignments thoroughly, appropriately, and in a timely manner.
• Ability to uphold workplace ethics and principles of academic integrity for student benefit.
• Ability to complete all physical tasks as needed.

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts
• Class Schedule (Student Employment Only)

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