Occasional Worker - Athletics Writing Center Consultant

UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOM; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

The University of Oklahoma Athletics Writing Center seeks Writing Consultants to support student-athletes through 1:1 appointments, walk-ins, and workshops. You will help build robust writing resources and collaborate with staff to sustain a strong writing community.

Position requires at least 10 hours per week, up to 20, and mandatory paid trainings. Compensation ranges from $12.00 to $15.00 per hour and carries no listed benefits; background check is required.

Qualifications

• Must have earned a B or higher in English Composition courses or have a degree in the area.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred.
• Proficiency in MLA, APA, and Chicago formats.

Responsibilities

• Consult with writers through regularly scheduled appointments and walk-ins.
• Develop, plan, prepare, and implement a strategic writing approach for all writing appointments.
• Attend regular trainings and meetings in person or via Zoom.
• Complete daily reports for each assigned student.
• Provide and receive constructive feedback to sessions.

Skills

Very good communication

Professional writing

Meet deadlines

Adapt to student-athlete needs

Education

B or higher in English Composition

Job description

Pay Range:Targeted salary $12.00-$15.00/hr, based on experience

Benefits Eligible:No

Work Schedule:Writing Consultants must be available to work at least 10 hours per week, attend and actively participate in paid, mandatory training, and contribute to building and sustaining rich writing resources for our writing community. This position offers opportunities for professional development and ongoing support from our Support Services Coordinator. Writing consultants work an average of 10 hours per week and may work up to 20 hours per week.

Travel:Not required

Position Introduction

The OU Athletic Writing Center welcomes and encourages applications from students in a variety of academic disciplines. Writing Consultants in the OU Athletic Writing Center provide writing support for student athletes in scheduled 1:1 appointments, walk in appointments, and writing workshops throughout the semester. Writing Consultants must be available to work at least 10 hours per week, attend and actively participate in paid, mandatory training, and contribute to building and sustaining rich writing resources for our writing community. This position offers opportunities for professional development and ongoing support from our Support Services Coordinator. Writing consultants work an average of 10 hours per week and may work up to 20 hours per week. Schedules are built based on student athletes’ needs and individual consultant availability.

Responsibilities

• Consult with writers through regularly scheduled appointments and walk-ins
• Develop, plan, prepare, and implement a strategic writing approach for all writing appointments
• Attend regular meetings, trainings, and collaborations in-person or on Zoom
• Complete daily reports for each assigned student
• Be open to providing and receiving constructive feedback about sessions
• Use effective communication skills to engage students in conversations that maximize their brainstorming potential
• Encourage students to develop ideas, maintain and document sources, and revise for readability
• Provide coaching using the results from TurnItIn.com
• Communicate with other Writing Consultants and the Coordinator often
• Assist with special projects and events as assigned
• Engage in ongoing professional development and consultant education
• Arrive in a timely manner
• Clearly and effectively deliver instruction
• Keep all student information confidential
• Perform other duties as assigned

Writing Consultants must

• Have successfully completed both English Composition courses with an A/B
• Have a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA
• Be proficient in MLA, APA, and Chicago formats
• Be able to demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate material while engaging with our student-athletes in a positive manner
• Be willing and able to communicate and build relationships with a varied group of students and colleagues
• Be willing and able to gain and maintain working knowledge of university, Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations
• Be willing and able to adhere to standards of conduct for Athletics Academics Tutoring Staff

Required Education and Experience

• Must have earned a B or higher in the specific course or have been awarded a degree in that area.

Department Preferences

• Experience working as a tutor for undergraduate or graduate students.
• Experience working with a variety of students.
• Working knowledge of university, Conference, and NCAA rules and regulations.

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes