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Job Opportunity: Multilingual Writing Specialist:Job description:
Multilingual Writing SpecialistWho we areWhy Rensselaer? Our dynamic global community of changemakers includes some of the world's leading researchers, students, alumni, and faculty who ask the important questions and devise the scientific and technological innovations that make the world a better place for all of humanity. Nestled on a beautiful 275-acre campus in upstate NY, Rensselaer is home to five schools, 32 research centers, three makerspaces, an observatory, and one of the world's fastest supercomputers. Rensselaer faculty and alumni include more than 145 National Academy members, six members of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, six National Medal of Technology winners, five National Medal of Science winners, three astronauts, and a Nobel Prize winner in Physics. With nearly 200 years of practice advancing scientific and technological knowledge, Rensselaer remains focused on covering global challenges with a spirit of ingenuity and collaboration. To lgain more, please visit . Are you ready to change the world? Apply now! Job Summary The Multilingual Writing Specialist works in the Center for Global Communication+Design (COMM+D) and supports international and domestic students through consultations, class presentations, and workshops on writing, oral presentations, and visual design. The Multilingual Specialist helps manage the tutoring schedule and everyday operations of COMM+D, participates in training peer tutors, provides direct support to students, and develops student and faculty resources in consultation with the Director and other university faculty and staff. The specialist serves as a campus expert on academic support for multilingual students. Minimum Qualifications » Master's degree or equivalent in TESOL, Second Language Acquisition, Linguistics, or related field. » Three (3) or more years of practice teaching writing and oral presentations for academic purposes to students at the college level, including English language learners. » practice with a range of academic conventions of writing and speaking; capability to lgain the basics of unfamiliar conventions and genres » practice working with students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds. » knowledge of the written and oral communication needs of culturally and linguistically diverse learners » significant combinations of education, training and practice may be considered. Preferred Qualifications » iAdvanced skill in a second language, preferably Mandarin » Administrative practice in a writing center or equivalent academic support program » practice supervising and training peer tutors Minimum Knowledge, expertise, and Abilities » Excellent writing, verbal, and interpersonal communication expertise » Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion » Excellent planning, organizing, and effective time management expertise » Requires capability to anticipate and solve problems » capability to lgain and interpret academic policies and procedures » Proficiency with Microsoft Office Preferred Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities » Knowledge of graphic design principles to assist students with oral presentations, resume formatting, interface design for websites, data visualizations Shift Business Hours with weekends or evenings occasionally required Application instructions Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter. If you need assistance with the online application process, Contact Us by Email address: careers@rpi.edu Job Posted Date Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Culture of Safety at Rensselaer Rensselaer is committed to providing a safe and healthy living, learning, and working environment for its faculty, staff and students. As such, we strongly recommend that faculty, staff and students obtain a COVID-19 vaccination and remain current with available boosters to protect themselves, as well as to protect vulnerable members of the community. Total Compensation and Benefits Information Rensselaer's Total Compensation Program is designed to provide reliable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit . Skills:
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