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Adtalem Global Education is hiring a Writing and Reading Specialist. This role involves supporting Walden University's undergraduate students by developing academic and professional skills through asynchronous appointments, live instructional events, and resource creation. The specialist will also participate in working groups, collaborate on projects, and engage in professional development, tailoring their expertise to meet the unique needs of students.

Highlights

Provide academic support for undergraduate students in writing and reading.
Engage in asynchronous appointments and live instructional events.
Utilize online learning management systems like Blackboard or Canvas.
Must have a Master's degree in English, Composition, Reading, Literacy, or similar.
Experience with diverse educational environments and underserved populations.
Proficient in virtual communication tools such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom.
Salary range: $49,199.33 to $86,253.75
Experience in curriculum design and leading instructional events.

Writing and Reading Specialist Full Description

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About Walden University
Walden University, an Adtalem Global Education institution, supports a diverse community of adult learners from across the U.S. and other countries, who seek to achieve their academic goals and make positive, lasting social change in their professions and communities. Walden offers more than 100 online degree and certificate programs, for students pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral or certificate. Walden University has graduated more than 174,000 students and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

In our U.S. locations, we operate on a hybrid work model with three in-office days and two remote days per week. Starting Q1 2025, we will transition to a four-day in-office schedule, Monday–Thursday. This in-office time fosters creativity, innovation, communication, and stronger team relationships, supporting both individual and organizational success.

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Overview of OASIS

Walden University’s Office of Academic Support and Instructional Services (OASIS) provides academic support, instruction, and resources for Walden undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students. Following Walden’s Success by Degree framework, OASIS aligns our instructional support with university-wide, degree-level learning outcomes. OASIS staff members collaborate with each other and teams across Walden to connect students with flexible, seamless academic support where and when they need it.

Overview of Role

As a member of the OASIS Undergraduate Academic Support team, the specialist plays a pivotal role in supporting the development of academic and professional skills among Walden undergraduate students. Specifically, the writing and reading specialist will regularly provide support in asynchronous appointments, live instructional events, and the development of support resources. The specialist will also join OASIS and/or university working groups, collaborate on projects, and participate in professional development. Additionally, the person in this role will develop an expertise in the unique needs of Walden’s undergraduate students to help inform the team’s vision and work. Key traits sought for the person in this role include being collaborative, proactive, flexible, growth-minded, and organized. The person in this role will bring heart to their work with students and with colleagues.

Qualifications

Minimum master’s degree required in English, Composition, Reading, Literacy, or similar.
Experience working with students in a diverse educational environment.
Experience providing instruction, tutoring, or other student support in the areas of writing and reading.
Experience teaching and/or learning in online learning management systems (such as Blackboard or Canvas) preferred.
Excellent organizational, communication, and team participation skills.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Experience working with diverse and/or underserved student populations
Ability to work with individuals from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds.
Experience and/or training in curriculum design or development.
Prior experience planning and leading live instructional events.
Experience collaborating with others in projects and initiatives.
Technical savviness using virtual communication tools and online platforms such as Microsoft Teams, Office, and Zoom.
Adaptable to new responsibilities and initiatives.
Experience in providing detail-oriented support, such as editing or publication-related skills.
Ability to work independently and to collaborate in teams.
Availability to work outside of usual business hours, including weekends and late evenings, for occasional live instructional events.
Multilingual speaker/writer a plus

Additional Information

In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $49,199.33 and $86,253.75. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.

Adtalem offers a robust suite of benefits including:

Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
Participation in Adtalem’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
12 Paid Holidays

For more information related to our benefits please visit: https://careers.adtalem.com/benefits.

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

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Company Description

Overview of OASIS

Overview of Role

Qualifications

Minimum master’s degree required in English, Composition, Reading, Literacy, or similar.
Experience working with students in a diverse educational environment.
Experience providing instruction, tutoring, or other student support in the areas of writing and reading.
Experience teaching and/or learning in online learning management systems (such as Blackboard or Canvas) preferred.
Excellent organizational, communication, and team participation skills.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Experience working with diverse and/or underserved student populations
Ability to work with individuals from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds.
Experience and/or training in curriculum design or development.
Prior experience planning and leading live instructional events.
Experience collaborating with others in projects and initiatives.
Technical savviness using virtual communication tools and online platforms such as Microsoft Teams, Office, and Zoom.
Adaptable to new responsibilities and initiatives.
Experience in providing detail-oriented support, such as editing or publication-related skills.
Ability to work independently and to collaborate in teams.
Availability to work outside of usual business hours, including weekends and late evenings, for occasional live instructional events.
Multilingual speaker/writer a plus

Additional Information

Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
Participation in Adtalem’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
12 Paid Holidays

For more information related to our benefits please visit: https://careers.adtalem.com/benefits.

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

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