Writing and Reading Specialist

Walden University

Writing and Reading Specialist

Minneapolis, MN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    Overview of OASIS

    Walden University’s Office of Academic Support and Instructional Services (OASIS) provides academic support, instruction, and resources for Walden undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students. Following Walden’s Success by Degree framework, OASIS aligns our instructional support with university-wide, degree-level learning outcomes. OASIS staff members collaborate with each other and teams across Walden to connect students with flexible, seamless academic support where and when they need it.

    Overview of Role

    As a member of the OASIS Undergraduate Academic Support team, the specialist plays a pivotal role in supporting the development of academic and professional skills among Walden undergraduate students. Specifically, the writing and reading specialist will regularly provide support in asynchronous appointments, live instructional events, and the development of support resources. The specialist will also join OASIS and/or university working groups, collaborate on projects, and participate in professional development. Additionally, the person in this role will develop an expertise in the unique needs of Walden’s undergraduate students to help inform the team’s vision and work. Key traits sought for the person in this role include being collaborative, proactive, flexible, growth-minded, and organized. The person in this role will bring heart to their work with students and with colleagues.

  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    • Minimum master’s degree required in English, Composition, Reading, Literacy, or similar.

    • Experience working with students in a diverse educational environment.

    • Experience providing instruction, tutoring, or other student support in the areas of writing and reading.

    • Experience teaching and/or learning in online learning management systems (such as Blackboard or Canvas) preferred.

    • Excellent organizational, communication, and team participation skills.

    • Excellent problem-solving skills.

    • Experience working with diverse and/or underserved student populations

    • Ability to work with individuals from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds.

    • Experience and/or training in curriculum design or development.

    • Prior experience planning and leading live instructional events.

    • Experience collaborating with others in projects and initiatives.

    • Technical savviness using virtual communication tools and online platforms such as Microsoft Teams, Office, and Zoom.

    • Adaptable to new responsibilities and initiatives.

    • Experience in providing detail-oriented support, such as editing or publication-related skills.

    • Ability to work independently and to collaborate in teams.

    • Availability to work outside of usual business hours, including weekends and late evenings, for occasional live instructional events.

    • Multilingual speaker/writer a plus

    Additional Information

    _In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $49,199.33 and $86,253.75. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.

    Adtalem offers a robust suite of benefits including:_

    • Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
    • 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
    • Participation in Adtalem’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
    • _12 Paid Holidays

    For more information related to our benefits please visit: https://careers.adtalem.com/benefits. _

    Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

  • Industry
    Education