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Coordinator of the Writer’s Studio
Department
Academics
FLSA Status
Hourly, Non-Exempt
JOB PURPOSE
To assist students of Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Spurgeon College to develop success-oriented writing skills.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Create an inviting environment to enable students to grow and mature in their writing capabilities
Assist students at any stage of the writing process through both on-campus and online conferences
answer writing-related questions
help students learn and practice writing strategies
Connect students to the Midwestern style guide
direct students to outside resources,
coach students through critiquing to strengthen their work in areas of ideas, structure, flow, etc.
Maintain detailed records of each student conference
Assist with writing workshops and special events
Follow the Writer’s Studio philosophy and process
QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS
MUST BE CURRENT STUDENT OF MBTS OR SPURGEON COLLEGE, AND
MUST QUALIFY FOR THE FEDERAL WORK STUDY PROGRAM VIA FAFSA
Including, but not limited to
This is not a remote position. Residency on the Midwestern campus or in the Kansas City Metropolitan area is required.
Strong verbal coaching and interpersonal skills (the ability to express ideas and answer questions clearly, encourage student success, ask questions, and offer suggestions in a clear and constructive manner)
Computer skills to enable conferencing effectively with students through e-mail and/or meeting programs, such as Teams
A servant leader with a strong desire to help fellow students become stronger and more confident writers
Able to multi-task, analyze workload, and prioritize as necessary for the benefit of the department
Able to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision.
Able to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency. Must be able to work independently, as well as a part of a team
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Must show a desire and willingness to learn
Must possess a positive attitude
Able to pass background screening, including driving record
Eligible to work in the United States
WORKING CONDITIONS
Share office environment
Varying shifts – working 5 – 10 hours per week
Extensive phone and computer work required.
PHYSICIAL REQUIREMENTS
Frequently required to sit or stand for periods of time at desk or computer station
Occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
Able lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the position.
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability so they may perform the essential functions of a job unless doing so causes a direct threat to these individuals or others in the workplace and the threat cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodation or if the accommodation creates an undue hardship to the institution. Contact human resources (HR) with any questions or requests for accommodation.
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