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Saybrook University

FWS Writing Coach

Pasadena, CA · On-site +1

$20/hr

Saybrook University is seeking a FWS Writing Coach to join Writing Services. Under the direction of the Writing Services Manager, the Writing Coach is responsible for providing one-on-one coaching to ...

AJ Tutoring

College Counselor

Mountain View, CA

$70K - $90K/yr

Work primarily during after-school, evening, and weekend hours Who We're Looking For You may be a teacher, tutor, academic advisor, writing coach, recent graduate, or other education professional ...

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LOS GATOS COMMUNITY

Volleyball Coach

Saratoga, CA · On-site

$25.75 - $36.05/hr

Communicate in spoken and written word. * Relate to players and teach them on and off the court ... Coach-A minimum of two years coaching experience (Middle School/High School experience preferred)

Think Together

Sports Coach

Desert Hot Springs, CA · On-site

$24/hr

Overview Sports Coach Pay Rate: $24/hour Founded in 1997, Think Together partners with schools to ... Strong written and oral communication skills.Background Checks/Testing: Must pass Live Scan ...

St Andrews School Inc

Sports Coach

Saratoga, CA · On-site

$25 - $32/hr

TBD on the sports; please inquire more or apply to get more feedback Responsibilities and Duties: these are not written to be all inclusive nor limited to * To coach rules, fundamentals and tactics ...

LOS GATOS COMMUNITY

Gymnastics Coach

Saratoga, CA · On-site

$36.95/hr

Communicate in spoken and written word. * Relate to players and teach them on and off the court. * Assess players effectively. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: * A minimum of two years coaching ...

LOS GATOS COMMUNITY

Cheer Coach

Saratoga, CA · On-site

$36.95/hr

Communicate in spoken and written word. * Relate to players and teach them on and off the court. * Assess players effectively. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: * A minimum of two years coaching ...

Saint Andrew's Episcopal School

Sports Coach

Saratoga, CA · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

TBD on the sports; please inquire more or apply to get more feedback Responsibilities and Duties: these are not written to be all inclusive nor limited to * To coach rules, fundamentals and tactics ...

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A Writing Coach helps writers improve their skills, confidence, and productivity by providing guidance, feedback, and support. They assist with various aspects of writing, including structure, clarity, grammar, and style, tailored to the writer’s goals. Writing coaches work with students, professionals, and creative writers to enhance their work and develop effective writing habits.

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FWS Writing Coach

Saybrook University

Pasadena, CA • On-site, Remote

$20/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Job Description:
Saybrook University is seeking a FWS Writing Coach to join Writing Services.
Under the direction of the Writing Services Manager, the Writing Coach is responsible for providing one-on-one coaching to help students develop their writing skills.
Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Providing one-on-one coaching support
  • Creating supporting documents and materials
  • Writing reports about completed sessions
  • Coordinating a time with students at least 2 days before the session
  • Participation in weekly team meetings with writing services staff
  • Completing onboarding training module(s) and engage in ongoing professional development
  • On occasion, writing coaches may help facilitate breakout rooms during events hosted by Writing Services. Writing coaches may collaborate with full-time staff to plan and organize writing events if desired.

This position will use technology such as e-mail, peer-to-peer video platforms, and learning management systems to facilitate and prepare for writing coach appointments. Writing coaches will answer phone calls, respond to e-mails, and perform other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree or higher.
  • Must be an actively enrolled Saybrook student and eligible for Federal Work Study (FWS).
  • Writing Coaches must have competent college-level reading comprehension and writing skills.
  • Writing Coaches must remain in good academic standing with Saybrook University throughout their employment.
  • Commit to a minimum of 5 hours per week of work.

Position Qualifications:
  • Prior experience tutoring or teaching.
  • Prior experience working with students remotely.
  • Prior experience facilitating online workshops or seminars.

Physical Requirements:
The position requires regular access to the internet to check and respond to e-mails and collaborate on documents in the cloud. The position also requires regular use of video conferencing platforms such as Zoom to hold appointments and communicate with other members of the team.
Writing Services requests that writing coaches locate themselves in an area with minimal background noise and have stable internet connections to promote a positive experience.
Saybrook University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About Saybrook University:
Saybrook University was founded over 50 years ago by some of the greatest minds of the 20th century and continues to inspire a new generation of innovators. A non-profit, regionally accredited university known for its commitment to humanistic studies and rigorous research, Saybrook University's academic model puts the student at the center of everything we do to provide a unique, transformational learning experience. Saybrook offers advanced degrees in organizational systems, psychology, mind-body medicine, and counseling, all in flexible learning formats to help students continue to be active contributors to the fields they work in while they advance their education. Saybrook University is proud to be a community of creative, compassionate innovators dedicated to pursuing new ways of thinking and doing for our professions, organizations, and communities.
For more information, visit www.saybrook.edu.
Compensation
This opportunity is budgeted at $20.00 base compensation.
Saybrook University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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