Undergraduate writing coaches are primarily responsible for one-on-one coaching of undergraduate student visitors to the Writing Center during the Fall and Spring semesters.
Coaches are expected to possess excellent writing and grammar skills, as well as maintain current knowledge in all formats of undergraduate academic writing (MLA, APA, etc.
).
Other duties as assigned.
Required Materials
Please attach (or email to writing@liberty.
edu ):
1.
A sample of your academic writing (3-8 pages)
2.
Your class schedule for the semester you are applying to work
3.
Your anticipated graduation date
4.
Of the following, which writing format(s) you are most familiar with: APA, MLA, Turabian
5.
A description of the attributes that will make you a strong candidate for this position
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
1.
Meet with students at the Residential Writing Center to help them develop better writing skills that can translate to better paper writing.
2.
Work 12-16 hours a week, receive thorough training, and provide valuable resources to residential student writers.
3.
May present in classrooms, work on special projects, and complete other tasks as deemed necessary.
4.
Maintain accurate records of coaching sessions and attendees.
5.
Attend mandatory orientation, training sessions, and scheduled meetings as required by the Assistant Director of Residential Writing Services.
Qualifications, Credentials, and Competencies
Minimum Qualifications:
1.
Current Residential student at Liberty University.
2.
Cumulative LU GPA of at least 3.
0.
3.
Strong written and spoken communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
1.
Flexible schedule.
2.
Eligibility for Federal Work Study.
3.
Previous tutoring experience.
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