As we prepare for the Fall semester to begin, I am writing once again to share a professional opportunity with OnRamps at The University of Texas at Austin. OnRamps is one of The University of Texas at Austin’s signature initiatives designed to expand access to high-quality educational opportunities across the state of Texas. We offer distance education through a dual enrollment model for high school students to engage in authentic college experiences. We are seeking colleagues who are invested in giving quality feedback to students.
We are hiring part-time remote Writing Assessment Specialists to support OnRamps Rhetoric for the 2023-24 academic year. Writing Assessment Specialists evaluate a total of eight major assignments, four each semester, and provide substantive written feedback.
Below is a concise summary of this position’s qualifications and benefits. More information is available through the application link below. Applying early ensures smooth processing of your application and increases your chances of securing your requested grading load.As enrollment finalizes, we will consider applications as they arrive and will contact candidates about next steps as work becomes available.
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Qualifications
§ Master’s degree or higher in Rhetoric, Composition, English, Comparative Literature, or 18 graduate-level credits in a related field.
§ Qualified candidates must have previously taught a first-year rhetoric-focused research and writing course at an accredited university (example: UT Austin’s RHE 306 or 309K; a Texas 1301/1302; or equivalent).
§ Background check required of successful candidates.
§ Ability to meet deadlines.
§ Excellent communication skills.
Benefits
§ Compensation: Writing Assessment Specialists who successfully complete all assigned 2023-24 assessments, with an average grading load of 30 essays, generally start between $ 1998 – $2109 per year, including training and calibration. Each candidate can elect to request up to 80 students for additional compensation. All grading assignments are contingent upon student enrollment.
§ Work From Home Environment: All of our essays and team meetings are hosted online. Writing Assessment Specialists can work within flexible hours from wherever they have reliable Wi-Fi.
§ UT Affiliate Status: Writing Assessment Specialists have access to the UT Library databases, among other affiliate benefits.
§ Professional Networking Opportunity: Writing Assessment Specialists engage in active calibration for each assessment along with mentors and a broad national network of colleagues.
§ Continued Professional Opportunity: After completing one full academic year of service, Writing Assessment Specialists have access to bonus assignments for compensation and leadership development opportunities.
Eligibility Note
§ OnRamps Writing Assessment Specialists must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time or part-time basis for any employer. In most cases, an F-1 visa does not make you eligible to be an OnRamps Writing Assessment Specialist unless you are a current student at The University of Texas at Austin.
We look forward to hearing from you and your colleagues who are interested in contributing to the OnRamps mission of increasing the number and diversity of students who engage in learning experiences aligned with the expectations of leading universities.
If you have any questions, please contact Jaime Babcock, Student Experience Manager, at jaime.babcock.
Best,
JAIME BABCOCK, Student Experience Manager
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