Writing Consultant III

Texas A&M University; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M International University in Laredo is seeking a Writing Consultant III to provide advanced one-on-one writing support for graduate students, manage a website with academic resources, and collect annual statistics for reporting.

Under general supervision, you will guide students through topic development, drafting and revising theses or dissertations, and offer feedback to strengthen writing and scholarly voice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Four years of related writing, editing or teaching experience with graduate students.
• Equivalent education/experience may be considered.
• Evening/weekend work may be required.
• On-campus, face-to-face interactions required.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced tutoring on writing, speaking and audio/video skills.
• Consult with classes/departments on writing or AV matters.
• Review and give feedback on graduate writing projects.
• Help students structure and develop ideas.
• Instruct on strategies to improve writing skills.
• Review papers and provide constructive feedback.
• Coach students to strengthen scholarly voice and confidence.
• Edit journal articles and theses.
• Provide feedback in individual appointments and small groups.
• Guide thesis work from topic to proposal and finalization.
• Assist with proper formatting and graduate compliance.
• Support graduate writing groups and programs.

Skills

Advanced tutoring

Writing

Editing

Public speaking

Consultation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree or 18 SCH

Tools

Word processing

Job description

Job Title

Writing Consultant III Agency Texas A&M International University Department Graduate School

Proposed Minimum Salary

$17.54 hourly

Job Location

Laredo, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Writing Consultant III, under general supervision, provides advanced consultation and tutoring for graduate students. Provides one-on-one writing support to graduate students enhancing their writing skills. Manages a website with academic resources for graduate students. Collects annual statistics for reporting purposes.

Essential Duties and 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 submitted to [e-mail]
• 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 who are writing theses through the process of finding a topic, preparing an idea paper, wiring a proposal, and/or finishing a thesis.
• Assists thesis and dissertation students with proper formatting and graduate school compliance.
• Provides assistance to graduate student writing groups and programs.

Additional Responsibilities

• Attend regular TAMIU Graduate School meetings.
• Engage in professional development activities to improve job effectiveness.
• Travel to conferences and represent the TAMIU Graduate School.

Minimum Requirements

• Education – Bachelor’s degree in applicable field.
• Experience - 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, to include experience working with graduate students on writing dissertations and theses and facilitating writing groups. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master’s degree or a minimum of 18 SCH at the graduate level in applicable field.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of: Word processing applications.
• Writing basics.
• Ability to: Multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Licensing / Professional Certification

None.

Physical Requirements

General office environment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervision of Others

This position generally supervises employees.

Other Requirements

• Evening and weekend work may occasionally be required.
• Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.
• Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.

Salary

$17.54/hour

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) is an international university, poised at the Gateway to Mexico and serving as the cultural and intellectual hub of a vibrant multilingual and multicultural community. TAMIU provides over 9000 students with a learning environment anchored by the highest quality programs, built on a solid academic foundation in the arts and sciences. To fulfill its mission, the University offers a range of baccalaureate and masters programs and the Doctor of Philosophy degrees in International Business and Criminal Justice. Programs focus on developing undergraduate and graduate offerings with a progressive international agenda for global study and understanding across all disciplines. TAMIU prepares students for leadership roles in an increasingly complex, culturally diverse state, national, and global society. Through instruction, faculty and student research, and public service, TAMIU improves the quality of lives for citizens of the border region, the State of Texas, and national and international communities. Texas A&M International University is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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