Writing Instructor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Brazil.

📋 Description

• Identify trends that hinder students' academic achievement.

• Engage in targeted outreach and offer instruction to both groups and individuals.

• Mentor and educate students utilizing university and departmental procedures and resources.

• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of the curriculum and weekly tasks.

• Address student inquiries and concerns regarding course material and assignments promptly.

• Facilitate learning through various means such as posts/announcements, emails, occasional one-on-one virtual meetings, and videos.

• Regularly communicate with students about their participation and performance.

• Implement class-wide, group-wide, and individual outreach strategies based on student trends and requirements.

• Develop authentic relationships through consistent communication across approved channels.

• Respond consistently and promptly to students who engage with targeted outreach efforts.

• Keep track of communication histories and significant student interactions, planning follow-ups as necessary.

• Participate in occasional training sessions and meetings.

• Utilize training and evaluation feedback to enhance performance.

• Note that lesson development and grading are managed by a centralized team of qualified graders.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must currently reside in and be authorized to work in Brazil.

• Fluency in both English and Portuguese is required.

• The application must be submitted in English.

• A Master's degree or higher in Portuguese language (Letras) or a related field such as Journalism, Linguistics, or Technical Writing is required.

• A completed bachelor's degree is the minimum requirement; in-progress transcripts and associate-level/technólogo degrees are not acceptable.

• Academic credentials must be officially recognized in Brazil and in the country of origin.

• Ability to adapt to new processes, procedures, and technologies is essential.

• Excellent interpersonal skills; must be professional, respectful, and impartial in sensitive situations.

• Proven reliability and capability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision are necessary.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, video conferencing tools, and discipline-specific software is required.

• Experience in online teaching/learning, particularly with at-risk learners, is preferred.

• Professional experience in online and/or classroom teaching or a closely related field is desired.

• Availability of 10–12 hours per week and the ability to work at least 5 days each week is required.

• Attendance at periodic team meetings is mandatory.

• A commitment to BYU-Pathway Worldwide’s mission, defining characteristics, student demographic, and CES Honor Code/dress and grooming standards is essential.

🏝️ Benefits

• Part-time, work-from-home position.

• Flexible schedule offering 10–12 hours per week.

• Church Employment benefits information provided by the employer.

• Opportunities for occasional training exercises and meetings.

• Feedback through training and evaluation to support performance improvement.