Writing Center Coordinator/Instructor of English

Writing Center Coordinator/Instructor of English

Department of English, Rogers State University

POSITION SUMMARY:

Rogers State University is currently accepting applications for Writing Center Coordinator/Instructor of English, full-time.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Maintain assigned teaching load (15 credit hours per semester) in accordance with established faculty requirements and responsibilities in teaching Developmental Reading, English Composition I and its corresponding supplemental lab sections, and Composition II (onllne and on ground).
• Provide academic interaction with students on a weekly basis through posted instructor guidance and assignment feedback.
• Advise students.
• Provide student support via email, MyRSU, and phone (as needed).
• Grade and post student work while providing constructive and detailed feedback to help students achieve academic success.
• Maintain effective and efficient recordkeeping.
•  Foster a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.
• Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment.
• Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and demonstrating respect for others.
• Stay informed of current trends and new approaches to instruction.
• Attend departmental and university meetings.
• Travel to other campuses as required. 
• Complete other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in English Composition and/or Developmental Studies.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Experience in online course development and delivery is desirable.
• Knowledge within the virtual classroom. Some assigned courses may be taught online, hybrid, via distance delivery modalities, and potentially at two satellite campuses.
• Ability to motivate students in a distance learning environment and aid them in becoming self-disciplined students and effective time managers.
• Excellent communication skills.

REPORTS TO:  Department Head

SALARY:  Commensurate with credentials, qualifications and experience.

HOURS:  Faculty are required to hold eight (8) office hours per week.