Director of Writing Center

Livingstone College•Salisbury, NC

About The Position

The Writing Center Director directs the day-to-day management of the LC Writing Center in an efficient manner that ensures the satisfactory evaluation of all student papers submitted and effectively supports student writing efforts.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in English or Doctorate of English
Writing proficiency
Extensive experience teaching and tutoring.
Knowledge of college-level instructional requirements and methods
Supervisory, managerial, and interpersonal skills
Broad knowledge of rhetoric and composition
Knowledge of rules of grammar and punctuation
Knowledge of various literary genres
Knowledge of modes of composition typically taught at college level
Knowledge of composition and writing center theory promoted by authorities in the field
Knowledge of technology needed to assist students in writing
Effective keyboarding skills and knowledge of related software applications
Skilled in making schedules, setting priorities and utilizing resources
Skilled in managing instruction
Skilled in the application and transference of rules pertaining to grammar, punctuation, and rhetoric
Ability to stay current in Writing Center methodology and research
Ability to produce effective compositions
Ability to act in a professional and ethical manner in dealings with colleagues and administrators
Ability to inform the faculty concerning sessions with students who seek writing instruction
Ability to maintain accurate records
Ability to perform all essential functions of the position
Ability to learn the technology used at Livingstone College
Ability to do assessments and collect student data
Maintain office files and resources
Microsoft 365
PLATO
Blackboard

Responsibilities

Develop standard policies and procedures for evaluating student papers and resumes.
Responsible for making request for services, equipment, materials, and supplies
Maintain an attractive, motivating environment in the Writing Center
In concert with peer centers conduct outreach to college faculty and the campus at large; develop and facilitate writing workshops
Make recommendations to Director of Success Center for ways to improve services in the Writing Center.
Meet regularly with the Dean and faculty of English to discuss issues pertinent to the unique writing requirements of their department
Meet regularly with the Directors of Success Center to develop assessment tools for tracking the use.
Monitor submitted student papers submissions; correspond with students regarding incomplete submissions and/and or papers submitted in incorrect format
Handle external inquiries about Writing Center methods, procedures, policies, hours of operation, etc.
Collect, print and submit to instructors reports of tutoring activity for each student; retain accurate records of student reports each semester
Track and report Center activity as required including the quarterly Trustee Board Reports, Annual Report, Weekly Reports and Monthly Reports and SACS reports.
Training and supervision of peer tutors
Maintain the Website and promotional materials for the Success Center
Maintain confidentiality of student records in compliance with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Ensure offices and files are adequately secured daily
Provide workshops and assist with writing support for the Bridge & Beyond Program
Support the efforts of College Skills classes and other offices within the Success Center
Support the efforts of Livingstone College
All duties as assigned.