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ID #52748358
Estado Pennsylvania
Ciudad Pittsburgh
Full-time
Salario USD TBD TBD
Fuente University of Pittsburgh
Showed 2024-10-22
Fecha 2024-10-23
Fecha tope 2024-12-21
Categoría Etcétera
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Writing Specialist

Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh, 15201 Pittsburgh USA
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Writing SpecialistAcademic Support Service for Student Athletes ASSSA is designed to assist student athletes with reaching their fullest academic and personal development while at the University of Pittsburgh. The University, Department of Athletics and ASSSA are committed to promoting both academic and athletic achievement of its student athletes, while upholding the academic integrity of the institution. The staff of ASSSA will work closely with coaches and faculty to help student athletes balance the demands of their academic responsibilities and participation in intercollegiate athletics.ASSSA is seeking a Writing Specialist that will work with the Director of Writing Services in assisting student athletes with their academic, professional, and creative writing assignments, while also improving reading comprehension and understanding of the writing process. In this role, the specialist will maintain a caseload of student athletes who require consistent writing support, act as the liaison with writing faculty, and create and implement various workshops to assist in the writing process. The position requires a comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges student athletes face and the ability to provide holistic support that integrates both academic and athletic success.A bachelors degree in English Writing or a closely related field is required. Strong applicants will have professional experience as a writing or tutorial instructor.Job SummaryProvides individual and group coaching, assessment, and evaluation to support academic success, a positive student experience and satisfaction to ensure retention. Creates and maintains a network of contacts within and external to the University to facilitate student success opportunities. Promotes and conducts success initiatives and engagement opportunities.Essential Functions

Staff the ASSSA Writing Lab

Maintain a caseload of writing students with scheduled appointments

Send academic counselors weekly reports regarding their student athletes

Assist the Director of the Writing Services with scheduling students and monitoring attendance

Teach a session in EDUC1015 on how to use/not use AI on assignments; train tutors how to spot it and how to redirect its use

Create a writing resource page for student athletes

Create and present writing workshops for student athletes Physical EffortThis position is generally sedentary within an office setting, but the ability to travel around campus to meet with coaching staff, student athletes, faculty, and administrators, is occasionally necessary.The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Student Support Coach

Job Family: Academic & Student Services

Job Sub Family: Student Services

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelors Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, Hours Vary Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday, Hours Vary

Hiring Range: To be determined based on qualifications

RelocationOffered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents: Not ApplicablePI251007877

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