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Massachusetts Maritime Academy/Cape Cod Director of the Writing Center in Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts
General Statement of Duties: The Director of the Writing Resource Center, housed under the Academic Resources Department, will take the lead role in supporting student writing at the Academy. This position is a 12-month, in-person commitment. Duties & Responsibilities: Director of the Writing Center oversees the WRC during the regular fall & spring semesters, along with several weeks during the Winter & Summer sessions. The Director assists with recruiting, hiring, & scheduling of tutors & serves as a writing tutor 15 ? 20 hours each week during the academic semesters, including winter & summer sessions. Additional duties include training both writing & subject matter tutors, working with faculty on assignment design, writing workshops, writing groups, etc., & providing one-on-one assistance for faculty, as well as class presentations as needed. The Director serves as point person for students with documented reading/writing disabilities, offers occasional workshops for students & meets with tutors/students during occasional morning &/or evening hours. Qualifications & Requirements Minimum Qualifications: Master\'s degree in English, writing, or related field 2+ years\' experience running a writing center 5+ years\' experience tutoring in writing Experience training tutors Experience &/or training in working with students with reading &/or writing disabilities Knowledge of current best practices in tutoring Excellent written & oral communication skills Ability to work collaboratively with Academic Resources team Facility with Google Suite, Blackboard (or other LMS) Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications: Terminal degree in English, writing, or related field (PhD, MFA, etc.) Knowledge of MMA mission & curriculum Experience with software systems such as Accudemia, Slate or similar Vision for Writing Resource Center involving potential additions/adjustments to current system Salary \$70,000 - \$73,000 annually. The Academy offers generous benefits & a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications & experience. This position is exempt under the FLSA.