Writing Specialist (Contractual)

Writing Assessment and Evaluation Conduct writing assessments for incoming BSW, MSW, and PhD students every semester. Evaluate writing samples and determine student readiness, areas of need, and recommended supports. Provide written feedback to students and document outcomes for internal use. Work with faculty and program leaders to ensure assessments align with curricular outcomes. Workshops and Writing Instruction Offer a minimum of four writing workshops per degree level each semester. Deliver instruction on APA style, grammar and mechanics, argumentation, critical thinking, scholarly voice, and discipline-specific writing conventions. Develop handouts, slides, guides, and writing resources for student use. Individual Student Coaching Provide one-on-one writing consultations for students referred by faculty or seeking support. Offer coaching focused on structure, clarity, synthesis, revision, and academic integrity. Support multilingual and international students with specialized language strategies. Maintain appropriate documentation while honoring confidentiality and FERPA guidelines. Faculty and Program Collaboration Consult with faculty on writing expectations, assignment clarity, and rubrics. Advise on common student writing challenges and strategies to strengthen academic writing across the curriculum. Participate in department meetings and student success initiatives. Administrative & Reporting Responsibilities Maintain a structured schedule of assessments, workshops, and student appointments. Track student engagement and report assessment and workshop outcomes to leadership each semester. Contribute to accreditation documentation regarding writing competency and student learning outcomes. Assist with developing online writing modules or asynchronous learning supports.