Senior Graduate Writing Coach

Texas A&M International; Laredo (TX); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M International University is hiring a Writing Consultant III to provide advanced writing tutoring and one-on-one support to graduate students. The role includes managing a resources website and collecting annual statistics for reporting.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree with four years of related experience or an equivalent combination, with preferred graduate-level coursework. On-campus presence is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field required.
• Four years of related experience as a writer, editor, teacher of writing or public speaking, or tutor/administrator in a writing, speaking, or learning center.
• Experience working with graduate students on writing dissertations and theses and facilitating writing groups.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provides advanced tutoring of students regarding their writing, speaking and audio/video skills.
• Consults with specified classes/departments regarding writing or audio/video matters.
• Review and provide feedback to graduate students’ work.
• Assist graduate students structure and develop their ideas.
• Instruct graduate students in strategies to develop their writing skills.
• Review graduate student papers and provide constructive and supportive feedback.
• Coach graduate students to develop their scholarly voice and self-confidence.
• Edit journal articles and theses.
• Provide writing feedback and instruction to graduate students in individual appointments and occasionally in small groups.
• Guide graduate students through thesis processes from topic to proposal.

Skills

Word processing

Writing basics

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

18 graduate credits

Job description

Texas A&M International University is hiring a Writing Consultant III to provide advanced writing tutoring and one-on-one support to graduate students. The role includes managing a resources website and collecting annual statistics for reporting.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree with four years of related experience or an equivalent combination, with preferred graduate-level coursework. On-campus presence is required.