Writing Consultant (Tutor)

Job Duties

• Facilitate conversations with peers as one-to-one conversations.
• Guide, suggest, and encourage the development of the writing process and skills.
• Review written work, compare it to assignment prompts and/or writer goals, and provide thoughtful, appropriate feedback and prompts for clarity, critical thinking, and argumentation.
• Provide feedback on proper citation methods and help writers develop their own citation skills and confidence.
• Provide feedback on issues of mechanics, grammar, punctuation, and editing as needed and help writers develop their own editing skills and confidence.
• Create a welcoming and academic environment for students (of all backgrounds and experiences) and establish personal rapport with writers.
• Assist with providing feedback on asynchronous online paper submissions.
• Attend all required training sessions and team meetings.
• Be willing to assist with other staff initiatives, programming events, and any special workshops or events as requested by the Director and Assistant Director.
• Refer students to specific campus departments or resources as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least a second-year CSS student in the fall.
• Must have completed First-Year Composition (ENG 1110 or equivalent) with an “A” or “A-.”
• Possess strong, demonstrable written and verbal communication and critical thinking skills.
• Show skill and willingness to interact with a wide variety of people in a friendly, professional manner.
• Demonstrate responsible decision-making, punctuality, self-motivation, and organizational skills.
• Have experience with Google Documents, Gmail, Excel, Microsoft Word, and other writing-related software applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• English or Education major (or minor).
• Prior tutoring experience.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Above a 3.5 cumulative GPA.
• APA and MLA competency.

Special Instructions to Applicants

• Interviews will be held September 8-11.
• Resume submission required.
• Upload the following under "Make your application stronger by uploading documents, such as cover letter, work samples, transcripts, and certifications":
  1. A cover letter of interest addressing why you are interested in being a writing consultant and any special skills, strengths, experiences, or perspectives you can bring to the Writing Center.
  2. Two samples of collegiate-level writing, totaling no more than 20 pages.
  3. The name of a faculty member who will serve as a reference [they will receive a short Google Form with a couple of questions and space for a brief comment about your leadership and writing skills].