Writing Fellows Coordinator

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Hiring Range Determined based on qualifications and/or experience.

The Writing Fellows Coordinator is part of the Writing Services team in the University Learning Center. This position takes the lead on coordinating peer-facilitated writing support for Writing Intensive classes, which are a University Studies requirement and a High Impact Practice. Additionally, the person in this position will lead all workshops and/or presentations on academic writing success and writing in the disciplines.

• Master’s degree in English studies/composition/Rhetoric, Education, Higher Education Administration, or in a related field.
• Experience teaching writing, working in a Writing Center, or supervising and/or training students. Experience gained while pursuing degree(s) is acceptable.
• A demonstrated understanding of and commitment to student-centered learning.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.

• PhD in English studies/composition/Rhetoric, Education, Higher Education Administration, or related field.
• Experience teaching in higher education.
• Knowledge of theories, models, and practices of learning, especially collaborative learning.
• Knowledge of retention, persistence, and academic support theories and practices.

The University Learning Center is committed to being a vital part of UNCW students’ education. Our academic support services are based on the principle that quality learning takes place when peers work collaboratively. With the support of our campus partners, we provide students a variety of learning opportunities that complement the classroom experience. We focus on high-quality individual and group student-centered learning, while providing our peer educators with a valuable pre-professional experience.

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