Support Specialist, Writing
Support Specialist, Writing
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Job Description
True North
As the largest postsecondary institution in northern Alberta Northwestern Polytechnic is a natural point of convergence for knowledge skills creativity and collaboration.
Striving to spark and empower success NWPs mission is geared towards both individual and collective progress. NWP offers a wide variety of engaging and indemand academic programs in certificates diplomas apprenticeships and degrees.
We exist wholeheartedly for the domestic and international students who call our campuses home the distinctive communities and industries we serve and the staff and faculty who honour us with their expertise and insights every day.
While our potential as one of Albertas newest polytechnics is evergrowing we recognize the importance of having authentic and highly effective contributors by our side. We are currently recruiting individuals who are inspired by opportunity driven by results and aligned to NWPs core values of being responsive innovative and connected.
Finding your fit in one of our specialized schools or departments means a bright future with competitive compensation attractive benefits packages reliable networks high quality of life and unparalleled learning community experiences.
If you are looking to transform the postsecondary landscape with polytechnic education research and partnerships Northwestern Polytechnic is your employer of choice.
The Role
The Writing Support Specialist provides writing and grammar supports to NWP students. They explain how to create thesis statements structure essays and handle citation properly. The Writing Support Specialist meets with students oneonone for tutoring sessions makes themselves available for dropin sessions around campus leads inclass sessions talking about the essay writing process and runs workshops for groups of students. As a member of the Learning Commons the Writing Support Specialist also performs basic library circulation duties at the service desk.
This position requires one evening shift every week and additional evening shifts may be requested in support of various events (Kick Start to Studying Late Night Against Procrastination etc.)
Requirements
The successful candidate will have a Bachelors degree in English Education Humanities Social Sciences or English as a Second Language. In addition they will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and will be able to...
- Express themselves in writing with a high degree of accuracy and precision
- Learn apply and then teach rules for various citation styles
- Work independently and manage their time effectively
- Use Microsoft Office Google Docs and similar office software effectively
How to Apply
Only applications received electronically will be considered. To apply go to and select the job posting.
We review all applications to select candidates whose qualifications and experience most closely meet our needs.
Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. For general inquiries please contact HR at .
Thank you for applying to NWP!
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
