Student-Driven Writing & Learning Commons Coordinator

Columbia College; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia College in Columbia, MO is seeking a Writing Services & Learning Commons Coordinator to support student success through writing development and Learning Commons programming.

The role combines coordinating writing support services with outreach, student engagement, and daily operations. You will collaborate with faculty, tutors, library staff, and campus partners to foster a welcoming, student-centered environment that connects students with academic resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Writing, Education, or a related field.
• Experience providing writing tutoring, instruction, or writing-center support.
• Strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to develop educational programs, workshops, or training initiatives.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to learn and utilize educational technologies, tutoring systems, and emerging AI tools.
• Willingness to work occasional evening or nontraditional hours.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and enhance writing support services for students across disciplines, locations, and instructional modalities.
• Provide writing consultations and support students in developing effective writing, research, revision, and citation skills.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and support peer and professional writing tutors.
• Develop tutor training aligned with CRLA standards, academic integrity expectations, and best practices in writing support.
• Create workshops, resources, and programming that address student writing needs.
• Partner with faculty to develop course-specific and embedded writing-support opportunities.
• Support responsible use of generative AI and emerging writing technologies while promoting student learning and academic integrity.
• Assess service utilization, student feedback, and emerging needs to guide continuous improvement.
• Assist students in connecting with appropriate academic and campus resources.
• Maintain records and assessment data related to programs, outreach, and student engagement.
• Participate in broader student success initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Writing tutoring

Program development

Interpersonal communication

Workshop facilitation

Collaboration with faculty

Mentoring tutors

Educational technology

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/ Writing/ Education

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Columbia College in Columbia, MO is seeking a Writing Services & Learning Commons Coordinator to support student success through writing development and Learning Commons programming.

The role combines coordinating writing support services with outreach, student engagement, and daily operations. You will collaborate with faculty, tutors, library staff, and campus partners to foster a welcoming, student-centered environment that connects students with academic resources.