Lead Writing Learning Assistant, ASC Learning Assistance Center- Temporary

Job no: 497302

SUNY Budget Title: Academic Tutor
Salary Level/Grade: SL3
Work type: Temporary part time, Full time
Location: Brockport, NY
Department: Learning Assistance Center
Categories: Management & Professional
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Founded in 1835, State University of New York (SUNY) Brockport is an exceptional regional comprehensive public university that offers high-quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the arts, business, education, health, humanities, social sciences, and STEM. The University's curriculum is grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and emphasizes experiential learning.

Located only a few miles from Lake Ontario in a quaint 'Village on the Erie Canal,' SUNY Brockport is conveniently situated between the cities of Rochester and Buffalo - the fourth and second largest cities in New York State. Inspiring excellence through growth, engagement, and transformation is our mission. Join the inclusive community of dedicated faculty, staff, and students who together are Building a Better Brockport!

SUNY Brockport has a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. We welcome individuality and encourage you to utilize your unique talents and bring your skills as we collaboratively strive to build meaningful lives and vibrant communities.

Job Summary: The Lead Writing Tutor provides specialized one-on-one writing instruction to students from all levels and disciplines at any stage of the writing process. Instruction may include helping students locate, evaluate, interpret, and integrate information from sources; develop reading strategies; explore discipline-specific genre conventions; improve written English language fluency and vocabulary; understand assignments and create action plans; narrow a research focus; develop sentence structure repertoire; learn grammar and punctuation standards; and use citation formats. To perform these tasks, the Lead Writing Tutor is responsible for keeping current in writing studies and writing center theories and best practices. Additional tasks include designing programming for particular cohorts of student writers, such as conversation groups for English language learners, writing groups for dissertation writers, and APA workshops for Nursing students. The purpose of the position is to support student writers by helping them develop the skills, habits of thoughts, and confidence needed to participate in academic writing communities at various levels. Work will be completed on site at the Brockport campus during open hours, including some evenings.
Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an institution accredited by the US Department of Education, or an internationally recognized institution.
• Teaching, tutoring, and/or related professional experience in Writing Center, Composition, Writing Studies, or English Language field.
• Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of writing conventions for different disciplines.
• Ability to problem solve and work well under pressure.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively with a variety of constituents from diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Education, TESOL, Linguistics, Rhetoric, Writing Studies, or a related field.
• Doctoral-level coursework experience.
• Research experience.
• TESOL coursework, degree, or certificate.

Work Schedule: Variable
Salary and Benefits:
The salary for this position is $26.41/hour.

May be benefits eligible; Find out more about benefits at Careers@Brockport! This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Please note, if you have retired from a New York State Public Employee Retirement System (Teachers Retirement System or Employees Retirement System), you may be subject to an earnings limitation. Please familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations when applying for this position.

Application Instructions: Visit SUNY Brockport Employment Opportunities to complete an application including your cover letter that addresses required and preferred qualifications, resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references.

Background Investigation Statement:
All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background check.


Pre-Employment Drug Testing:
Pre-employment drug test and DOT physical may be required for positions requiring a valid Class A or B CDL driver's license with passenger endorsement.


Non-Discrimination Statement/Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer:
SUNY Brockport does not discriminate. SUNY Brockport is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the university community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law, or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.


Diversity Statement:
SUNY Brockport is committed to creating and maintaining an equitable environment that welcomes, values, and supports individuals and communities who affirm human dignity. The University provides opportunities for engagement, learning, growth, and transformation to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive institution.


Reasonable Accommodations:
SUNY Brockport provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, veterans, or wounded warriors where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Office of Human Resources or email your request to Tamara Gouger, AVP for Human Resources and ADA Coordinator, at tgouger@brockport.edu. Determinations or requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

SUNY Brockport is an AA/EEO/ADA employer. The University actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the University.



To apply, visit https://jobs.hr.brockport.edu/cw/en-us/job/497302/lead-writing-learning-assistant-asc-learning-assistance-center-temporary





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