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Director of Writing Center
Regular Full-Time Salisbury, NC, US
3 days ago Requisition ID: 1673
Position
Writing Center Director
Division:
Academic Affairs
Department:
Success Center
Reports to:
Director, Success Center
Position Summary
The Writing Center Director directs the day-to-day management of the LC Writing Center in an efficient manner that ensures the satisfactory evaluation of all student papers submitted and effectively supports student writing efforts.
The results you will deliver each day that matter most!
Develop standard policies and procedures for evaluating student papers and resumes.
Responsible for making request for services, equipment, materials, and supplies
Maintain an attractive, motivating environment in the Writing Center
In concert with peer centers conduct outreach to college faculty and the campus at large; develop and facilitate writing workshops
Make recommendations to Director of Success Center for ways to improve services in the Writing Center.
Meet regularly with the Dean and faculty of English to discuss issues pertinent to the unique writing requirements of their department
Meet regularly with the Directors of Success Center to develop assessment tools for tracking the use.
Monitor submitted student papers submissions; correspond with students regarding incomplete submissions and/or papers submitted in incorrect format
Handle external inquiries about Writing Center methods, procedures, policies, hours of operation, etc.
Collect, print and submit to instructors reports of tutoring activity for each student; retain accurate records of student reports each semester
Track and report Center activity as required including the quarterly Trustee Board Reports, Annual Report, Weekly Reports and Monthly Reports and SACS reports.
Training and supervision of peer tutors
Maintain the Website and promotional materials for the Success Center
Maintain confidentiality of student records in compliance with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Ensure offices and files are adequately secured daily
Provide workshops and assist with writing support for the Bridge & Beyond Program
Support the efforts of College Skills classes and other offices within the Success Center
Support the efforts of Livingstone College
All duties as assigned.
Education/ Experience
What you will need to be successful!
Master’s Degree in English or Doctorate of English; Writing proficiency; extensive experience teaching and tutoring.
Knowledge of college-level instructional requirements and methods
Supervisory, managerial, and interpersonal skills
Broad knowledge of rhetoric and composition
Knowledge of rules of grammar and punctuation
Knowledge of various literary genres
Knowledge of modes of composition typically taught at college level
Knowledge of composition and writing center theory promoted by authorities in the field
Knowledge of technology needed to assist students in writing
Effective keyboarding skills and knowledge of related software applications
Skilled in making schedules, setting priorities and utilizing resources
Skilled in managing instruction
Skilled in the application and transference of rules pertaining to grammar, punctuation, and rhetoric
Ability to stay current in Writing Center methodology and research
Ability to produce effective compositions
Ability to act in a professional and ethical manner in dealings with colleagues and administrators
Ability to inform the faculty concerning sessions with students who seek writing instruction
Ability to maintain accurate records
Ability to perform all essential functions of the position
Ability to learn the technology used at Livingstone College
Ability to do assessments and collect student data
Maintain office files and resources
Computer Skills:
Writing Center Director should possess the following computer capacity
Microsoft 365
PLATO
Blackboard
Life at Livingstone College
Why we believe you will love working at Livingstone College!!
Livingstone College is a private historically black college that is secured by a strong commitment to quality instruction, academic excellence, and student success. Through a Christian-based environment suitable for holistic learning designed, Livingstone provides excellent business, liberal arts, STEAM, teacher education, and workforce development programs for students from all ethnic backgrounds designed to promote lifelong learning and to develop student potential for leadership and service to a global community.
Livingstone College is an equal opportunity employer that employs qualified individuals based upon job related qualifications regardless of race, religion, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition, political affiliation or any other classification proscribed under applicable federal, state or local law. Livingstone College complies with all laws regarding reasonable accommodation for disabled candidates and employees. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the interview process are requested to contact Human Resources in order to arrange such accommodation. We offer competitive compensation and an attractive benefits package. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract.
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Worksite address
salisbury, NC, 28147, US
Who can apply
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