Connecticut College
Writing and Communication Learning Specialist
Connecticut College, New London, Connecticut, us, 06320
Overview
Writing and Communication Learning Specialist role at Connecticut College. Position information and duties described below. Job Description
The Writing and Communication Learning Specialist will provide the highest quality academic support services to an assigned caseload of undergraduate students so that they realize personal learning goals, work effectively, and achieve the highest level of academic excellence and achievement. The specialist oversees individualized and group student learning activities: designs, pilots, implements, coordinates and evaluates tutoring, study coaching and supplemental instruction initiatives, including training of students, graduate interns, and faculty conducting these activities. Will handle an academic coaching caseload of students. Responsibilities
Collaborates with the Director of College Writing to work with FYS faculty in integrating the writing, communications, and learning resources into the curricula Helps to identify specific student academic and study skills problems and develops individualized academic programs and workshops to help students establish semester goals and develop an action plan to help achieve those goals Coordinate all social media efforts, such as Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest, and update content regularly Help to identify specific student academic and study skills problems and develops individualized academic programs and workshops Monitor the academic progress of assigned students including maintaining regular session logs for each student, and completing all academic assessment tools as needed In collaboration with the Director of College Writing: Identify, interview, and evaluate potential student tutors and supervise their professional development as needed Develop, deliver and/or coordinate the delivery of presentations on improving writing Publicize center services to the campus community Provide direct 1:1 professional writing support to a caseload of students Provide direct 1:1 professional writing support and group workshops for students applying for fellowships and graduate study Host weekly drop-in hours Assist with the content creation of the Roth Writing Center website; update regularly Learns, manages, implements, and trains in the use of study skills and academic software programs Work with students to establish semester goals and develop an action plan to help achieve those goals Provide individualized academic coaching to students and maintain records of student meetings Create a calendar of weekly “strategy and technique” website posts, and post content accordingly Schedule student individual, group and small group tutoring sessions Prepare monthly activity progress reports throughout the semester Other projects and responsibilities as assigned Qualifications
Master’s Degree or terminal Master’s Degree in relevant field required 3-5 years of related experience working with a broad range of students utilizing an individualized, strategy-based approach Knowledge of current writing and tutoring pedagogies Ability to develop and deliver training programs High integrity needed to handle confidential information Ability to build and sustain key relationships with students, faculty and college community Well-organized, able to work under pressure and as a member of a team Ability to interact well with a variety of people from all aspects of the college and community Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Powerpoint, and Word) Proficient in technology to support social media, with an understanding of HTML Attention to detail Individuals with experience tutoring or mentoring college students, working with college students from ESL backgrounds, and/or working with students with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply. Preferences and Other Details
Driving required: No Salary range: $58,000-60,000 Note: Connecticut College is committed to fair and competitive compensation. The final offer will reflect the candidate’s experience, education, and the institution’s pay structure to ensure internal equity. Applicant credentialing includes criminal records check, DMV check and depending on position psychological exam and pre-placement physical Application Materials
Resume Cover Letter Preferred Qualifications
Noted in original: Applicants with ESL background experience or working with students with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply. Additional Information
Open Date: 10/16/2025 | Applications accepted through: Open Until Filled
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Writing and Communication Learning Specialist role at Connecticut College. Position information and duties described below. Job Description
The Writing and Communication Learning Specialist will provide the highest quality academic support services to an assigned caseload of undergraduate students so that they realize personal learning goals, work effectively, and achieve the highest level of academic excellence and achievement. The specialist oversees individualized and group student learning activities: designs, pilots, implements, coordinates and evaluates tutoring, study coaching and supplemental instruction initiatives, including training of students, graduate interns, and faculty conducting these activities. Will handle an academic coaching caseload of students. Responsibilities
Collaborates with the Director of College Writing to work with FYS faculty in integrating the writing, communications, and learning resources into the curricula Helps to identify specific student academic and study skills problems and develops individualized academic programs and workshops to help students establish semester goals and develop an action plan to help achieve those goals Coordinate all social media efforts, such as Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest, and update content regularly Help to identify specific student academic and study skills problems and develops individualized academic programs and workshops Monitor the academic progress of assigned students including maintaining regular session logs for each student, and completing all academic assessment tools as needed In collaboration with the Director of College Writing: Identify, interview, and evaluate potential student tutors and supervise their professional development as needed Develop, deliver and/or coordinate the delivery of presentations on improving writing Publicize center services to the campus community Provide direct 1:1 professional writing support to a caseload of students Provide direct 1:1 professional writing support and group workshops for students applying for fellowships and graduate study Host weekly drop-in hours Assist with the content creation of the Roth Writing Center website; update regularly Learns, manages, implements, and trains in the use of study skills and academic software programs Work with students to establish semester goals and develop an action plan to help achieve those goals Provide individualized academic coaching to students and maintain records of student meetings Create a calendar of weekly “strategy and technique” website posts, and post content accordingly Schedule student individual, group and small group tutoring sessions Prepare monthly activity progress reports throughout the semester Other projects and responsibilities as assigned Qualifications
Master’s Degree or terminal Master’s Degree in relevant field required 3-5 years of related experience working with a broad range of students utilizing an individualized, strategy-based approach Knowledge of current writing and tutoring pedagogies Ability to develop and deliver training programs High integrity needed to handle confidential information Ability to build and sustain key relationships with students, faculty and college community Well-organized, able to work under pressure and as a member of a team Ability to interact well with a variety of people from all aspects of the college and community Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Powerpoint, and Word) Proficient in technology to support social media, with an understanding of HTML Attention to detail Individuals with experience tutoring or mentoring college students, working with college students from ESL backgrounds, and/or working with students with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply. Preferences and Other Details
Driving required: No Salary range: $58,000-60,000 Note: Connecticut College is committed to fair and competitive compensation. The final offer will reflect the candidate’s experience, education, and the institution’s pay structure to ensure internal equity. Applicant credentialing includes criminal records check, DMV check and depending on position psychological exam and pre-placement physical Application Materials
Resume Cover Letter Preferred Qualifications
Noted in original: Applicants with ESL background experience or working with students with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply. Additional Information
Open Date: 10/16/2025 | Applications accepted through: Open Until Filled
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