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We\'re committed to bringing passion and energy to Colorado School of Mines.The Writing Center at the Colorado School of Mines (Mines) supports students with their writing and oral communication projects, at any stage of the writing process, from brainstorming to final revisions. Consultants work with students in one-on-one sessions to provide tailored support that allows them to develop the long-term skills they need to become effective communicators. Although consultants primarily work with undergraduate and graduate students, they may also work with faculty and other members of the campus community. Appointments take place both online and in-person during writing center hours, Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm, and Sunday-Thursday, 6:00-9:00pm. Weekly shifts typically range from 10-20 hours/week. Consultants report to the Writing Center Director.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Offer up to 20 tutoring hours for one-on-one writing center support each week via online or in-person sessions. Provide scaffolded support to students in writing center appointments, allowing them to develop their overall writing and communication skills on topics ranging from organization and audience to syntax and grammar. Adapt instruction to the level of the student and the type of assignment, supporting students with a wide variety of writing projects ranging from papers and theses to grant proposals and journal articles. Maintain detailed client report forms after each session on the online scheduling platform. Attend writing center meetings.
Additional responsibilities Additional responsibilities may include designing/delivering workshops, giving in-class presentations, supporting outreach events, and other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: M.A. in a related field Previous experience as a tutor, consultant, or instructor Familiarity with stylistic conventions and academic expectations of both technical and academic writing and communication
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to work with a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate student projects, from lab reports and research essays to thesis chapters and poster presentations. Most of these assignments are STEM focused but could include a variety of academic disciplines and professional documents. Strong professional, organizational, and interpersonal skills Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Preferred Qualifications Education and Experience: Experience designing and delivering workshops for a variety of audiences. Extensive experience working as a consultant or tutor in a writing center
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Skilled in online scheduling platforms such as WConline Extensive knowledge of writing and oral communication projects within STEM fields Knowledge of writing center/composition pedagogy and practice
JOB DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Physical Requirements: This position can include both in-person shifts at the Writing Center and online shifts using the WConline platform.
About Mines & Golden, CO
When the world looks for answers, the world looks to Mines.
Colorado School of Mines is a top-ranked public university solving the grand challenges facing our society, particularly those related to the Earth, energy and the environment. Founded in 1874 with specialties in mining and metallurgy, Mines\' scope and mission have continually expanded to meet the needs of industry and society. Today, we are the No. 38 public university in the nation, recognized for our innovation and undergraduate teaching in science, technology engineering and math (U.S. News and World Report, 2023).
Mines graduates are change makers, boundary breakers and problem solvers. Since our earliest days, a Mines education has been and continues to be a transformational opp rtunity, with one of the strongest returns on investment out there for talented STEM students of all backgrounds.
At the same time, Mines faculty members are pushing their fields in new directions, whether that\'s manufacturing, space resources, quantum engineering, carbon capture or more. Mines was recently classified as a R1 \"Very High Activity\" research institution by Carnegie, a notable feat for any university but particularly one of our size.
Are you looking for an inspiring, mission-driven workplace where you can contribute to solving the world\'s problems and educating the next generation of change makers? Are you an individual who values a diverse and inclusive community, where our different perspectives, experiences and cultures enrich the educational and work experience?
Look to Mines.
Equal Opportunity
Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons. Mines does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital
