Writing Coach

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Seasonal Professional Portland, ME, US

5 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $23.00 To $25.00 Hourly

Position

Description:

Writing Coach

D epartment:
Library Services

Reports to:

Joanne Waxman, Library Director

Date:
September 2026

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

Status:
Part-Time (8 hours per week)

Months:
Academic Year or Semester

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Basic Function:

The Writing Coach supports undergraduate and graduate students at Maine College of Art & Design (MECA&D) through interactive, individualized coaching focused on academic, creative, and professional writing. The Writing Coach guides students through the writing process, including idea development, research, organization, revision, and time management. The position may also communicate with faculty and staff, as appropriate, to support student writing goals and understanding of assignment expectations.

The Writing Coach fosters a welcoming, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment that encourages students to develop confidence, independence, and effective writing practices.

Responsibilities:

Conduct individualized writing coaching sessions with undergraduate and graduate students, providing constructive feedback and guidance throughout the writing process.

Review and discuss student writing, helping students identify opportunities to strengthen organization, structure, style, clarity, and effective communication.

Support students with a range of academic, creative, and professional writing projects, including research and studio-related writing, artist statements, résumés, cover letters, artist biographies, and scholarship applications.

Assist students with idea development, research strategies, study skills, organization, and time-management approaches that support their academic, creative, and professional responsibilities.

Help students understand and appropriately apply commonly used citation and referencing conventions.

Communicate professionally with students, faculty, and staff in support of Writing Center services and student learning.

Participate in scheduled meetings, training, and professional development related to the position.

Support daily Writing Center operations and help maintain a welcoming, organized, and accessible environment.

Maintain timely and accurate records of student sessions in accordance with College practices and applicable confidentiality requirements.

Protect the privacy and confidentiality of student information consistent with College policies and applicable law.

Perform other related duties consistent with the scope and purpose of the position.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in writing, English, communications, education, liberal arts, fine arts, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Graduate-level education or advanced study related to writing, education, the arts, or a related discipline is a plus but not required.

Experience:

Demonstrated strength in written communication, supported by relevant academic, professional, or creative writing experience.

Experience supporting, tutoring, coaching, teaching, mentoring, or otherwise working with students or learners is preferred.

Experience providing constructive feedback on written work and helping others develop their writing skills is preferred.

Familiarity with academic research practices, source evaluation, and commonly used citation styles, including APA and Chicago

Experience in higher education, a writing center, a library, an academic support environment, or an arts-focused educational setting…