Writing Specialist

Writing Specialist

North Carolina Central University

Closing Date: at 11:55 PM

Primary Purpose of Position:
The person hired for this position will serve in the School of Law's Academic Success Program (ASP) as a writing specialist. The Writing Specialist will work with the Associate Dean of Academic Success, Director of Academic Support, Director of Bar Preparation, and Academic Success Specialists to develop a writing skills course to teach to law students to supplement the Academic Success Curriculum. Once developed, the Academic Success Instructor will be expected to teach this class once each semester. Additionally, the Academic Success Instructor will conduct workshops and one-on-one conferences and will actively assist students to hone legal writing and analysis skills.

Minimum Education/Experience:

• Masters’ degree in English.
• Previous academic success, tutoring, or teaching experience preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity in the profession.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to interact with students, faculty, and staff in one-on-one and in a group/classroom setting.
• Strong time management and organizational skills; attention to detail and initiative.
• Basic computer skills and understanding of Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, internet resources, and e-mail tools.
• Ability to establish goals and maintain time lines.
• Effective analytical, organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to identify and analyze complex issues, and problems and to recommend and implement solutions.
• Exemplary oral and written communication skills.
• Commitment to the discipline.
• Ability to use technology as a teaching and learning tool.
• Excellent presentation ability.

Special Instructions to Applicants:


To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://jobs.nccu.edu/

North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.


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