Position Title: Academic Support Specialist - Writing Specialist - Part time
Department: Worker Education/Workforce Development at The Murphy Institute
Location: Off campus at Lehman College - Hybrid
The CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies (SLU) is dedicated to public service and social justice, offering undergraduate and graduate certificate and degree programs in labor relations, public policy, public administration, health care administration, community studies, community leadership, labor studies, and urban studies. Through SLU’s Murphy Institute for Worker Education, the School collaborates with other CUNY units to deliver support services that guide workers through college entry and degree completion, helping them develop the academic and technical skills essential for professional growth.
SLU’s Worker Education program is seeking a part-time Academic Support Specialist/Writing Specialist. Reporting to the Director of Worker Education and Workforce Development, the Specialist will serve as an Embedded Supplemental Instruction (SI) leader and provide writing support in designated courses at Lehman College. Responsibilities include attending class sessions, facilitating group sessions, offering individualized writing and research support to students, and collaborating closely with faculty to ensure alignment with course objectives.This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the academic and professional journeys of aspiring educators. If you are passionate about writing instruction and student support, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Hourly Rate: Starting at $52 to $60 per hour for 10—15 hours per week.
Hours: Approximately 10-15 hours per week (evening and weekend hours are required)
How to Apply: Please send your resume and a cover letter explaining your interest in the position and your availability for the spring and fall semester, along with the contact information of three business references, to Dr. Maryam (Sara) Esfarayeni at [email protected].
Department: Worker Education/Workforce Development at The Murphy Institute
Location: Off campus at Lehman College - Hybrid
The CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies (SLU) is dedicated to public service and social justice, offering undergraduate and graduate certificate and degree programs in labor relations, public policy, public administration, health care administration, community studies, community leadership, labor studies, and urban studies. Through SLU’s Murphy Institute for Worker Education, the School collaborates with other CUNY units to deliver support services that guide workers through college entry and degree completion, helping them develop the academic and technical skills essential for professional growth.
SLU’s Worker Education program is seeking a part-time Academic Support Specialist/Writing Specialist. Reporting to the Director of Worker Education and Workforce Development, the Specialist will serve as an Embedded Supplemental Instruction (SI) leader and provide writing support in designated courses at Lehman College. Responsibilities include attending class sessions, facilitating group sessions, offering individualized writing and research support to students, and collaborating closely with faculty to ensure alignment with course objectives.This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the academic and professional journeys of aspiring educators. If you are passionate about writing instruction and student support, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
- Guide students through all stages of academic literature reviews, including database searches, APA citation formatting, and final review composition.
- Support students in developing effective lesson plans and provide constructive feedback on writing assignments.
- Facilitate out-of-class tutoring sessions to reinforce course content and enhance student success.
- Design and lead workshops focused on writing improvement and research skills.
- Help students identify and address writing challenges, encouraging independent editing and revision. Follow up with students after sessions.
- Collaborate with faculty to understand course content and identify students needing additional support.
- Conduct pre- and post-assessments using rubrics to measure writing progress and track student support sessions and maintain accurate data records. Enter data in the program database and send biweekly support.
- Participate in team meetings, professional development activities, and program coordination.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Master’s degree or Enrollment in a Ph.D. strongly preferred.
- Experience supporting writers from diverse backgrounds and experience assisting students with master's theses or dissertations.
- Familiarity with academic research databases and literature review processes and
- Proficiency in APA latest edition formatting.
- Background in “Writing Across the Curriculum” or Writing Center environments.
- Experience in tutoring, teaching, or leading small group workshops.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficiency with online platforms such as Zoom, Google Docs, and Brightspace.
- Availability to work evenings and weekends.
- This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the academic and professional journeys of aspiring educators. If you are passionate about writing instruction and student support, we encourage you to apply.
Hourly Rate: Starting at $52 to $60 per hour for 10—15 hours per week.
Hours: Approximately 10-15 hours per week (evening and weekend hours are required)
How to Apply: Please send your resume and a cover letter explaining your interest in the position and your availability for the spring and fall semester, along with the contact information of three business references, to Dr. Maryam (Sara) Esfarayeni at [email protected].
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