What are the responsibilities and job description for the Writing Center Consultant position at Metropolitan Community College (Omaha)?
Position Number 4911 Branch Academic Affairs Division Academic Success Department Academic Support Job Description
The Consultant assists others with all stages of the writing process, ranging from developmental course writing to professional writing. This position conducts orientation sessions and workshops throughout the year and performs administrative duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:
1. Assists students, faculty and staff with all stages of the writing process from developmental course writing to professional writing.
2. Completes documentation and corresponds with instructors regarding student visits.
3. Performs administrative duties such as scheduling, organizing outreach, or facilitating training sessions, as assigned.
4. Aids students with use of college technology resources.
5. Presents classroom orientation sessions.
6. Conducts writing-related workshops for students and faculty across the disciplines.
7. Facilitates discussions for faculty across the disciplines.
8. Assists faculty across the disciplines with writing assignment design.
9. Leads discussions and trainings at professional development gatherings.
10. Attends work activities or programs as scheduled or assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
1. Understanding of teaching, learning, and tutoring methodologies.
2. Ability to utilize tutorial software and Internet resources. Proficient computer skills with the ability to learn new software.
3. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
4. Excellent communication skills including active listening.
5. Excellent interpersonal skills.
6. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
7. Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across academic support areas.
8. Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team.
9. Ability to demonstrate cooperation and professionalism while maintaining patience and understanding in stressful situations.
10. Ability to effectively work and interact with various cultures and ethnicities.
The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. Metropolitan Community College recognizes that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation to enable the candidate to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
Required Qualification
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:
1. Assists students, faculty and staff with all stages of the writing process from developmental course writing to professional writing.
2. Completes documentation and corresponds with instructors regarding student visits.
3. Performs administrative duties such as scheduling, organizing outreach, or facilitating training sessions, as assigned.
4. Aids students with use of college technology resources.
5. Presents classroom orientation sessions.
6. Conducts writing-related workshops for students and faculty across the disciplines.
7. Facilitates discussions for faculty across the disciplines.
8. Assists faculty across the disciplines with writing assignment design.
9. Leads discussions and trainings at professional development gatherings.
10. Attends work activities or programs as scheduled or assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
1. Understanding of teaching, learning, and tutoring methodologies.
2. Ability to utilize tutorial software and Internet resources. Proficient computer skills with the ability to learn new software.
3. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
4. Excellent communication skills including active listening.
5. Excellent interpersonal skills.
6. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
7. Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across academic support areas.
8. Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team.
9. Ability to demonstrate cooperation and professionalism while maintaining patience and understanding in stressful situations.
10. Ability to effectively work and interact with various cultures and ethnicities.
The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. Metropolitan Community College recognizes that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation to enable the candidate to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
Master’s Degree with one year of teaching experience, preferably in composition, or one year of writing tutoring experience preferred.
Equivalent combination of education and/or work experience considered
Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands
Equivalent combination of education and/or work experience considered
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Salary/Hourly Rate $19.16 - $22.00
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
2025001PTN
Number of Vacancies
Job Open Date
01/21/2025
Job Close Date
02/04/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Schedule: 28 hours per week
Location: Fort Omaha Campus (FOC)
Ability to travel between campuses for meetings or position responsibilities.
Location: Fort Omaha Campus (FOC)
Ability to travel between campuses for meetings or position responsibilities.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Transcripts 1
- Cover Letter
- Teaching Philosophy
- Transcripts 2
- Transcripts 3
- Portfolio
- Other
Salary : $19 - $22
