Part-Time Writing Coach

Saybrook University is seeking a Part-time Writing Coach to join its Center for Writing and Academic Success (CWAS).

Under the direction of the Director of the Center for Writing and Academic Success, the Part-time Writing Coach is responsible for providing one-on-one coaching to help students develop and improve their writing skills.

Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Providing one-on-one coaching support
Creating supporting documents and materials
Writing case studies/reports about completed tutoring sessions
Participation in weekly team meetings with writing center staff
Completing training module(s)
On occasion, help facilitate breakout rooms during CWAS events. If desired, writing coaches may collaborate with full-time staff to plan and organize student writing workshops.

This position will use technology such as e-mail, peer-to-peer video platforms, and learning management systems to facilitate and prepare for tutoring appointments. Answering phones/e-mail, other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or higher.
Writing Coaches must have competent college-level reading comprehension and writing skills.

Position Qualifications:

Prior experience tutoring or teaching.
Prior experience working with students remotely.
Prior experience facilitating online workshops or seminars.

Physical Requirements:

The position requires regular access to the internet to check and respond to e-mails and collaborate on documents in the cloud. The position also requires regular use of video conferencing platforms such as Zoom to hold coaching appointments and communicate with the CWAS team. The CWAS requests that writing coaches locate themselves in an area with minimal background noise and have stable internet connections to promote a positive coaching experience.