LAB ASSISTANT - STONE WRITING CENTER POOL

Del Mar College Testing Center; Corpus Christi, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Del Mar College’s Stone Writing Center Pool seeks a part-time Lab Assistant to tutor writers across disciplines in face-to-face and online settings. You will tutor students, assist with interpreting assignments, and supervise Student Assistants.

This role emphasizes developing writing skills, supporting diverse learners, and maintaining a welcoming center, with occasional evenings and weekend hours.

Qualifications

• Completion of 60 college credit hours.
• At least a B average for all English classes.
• Solid academic standing and strong writing abilities.
• Capable of working with students from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Tutor writers of all levels and disciplines in person or online.
• Conduct one-on-one writing consultations on campus or online.
• Assist with interpreting assignments and planning papers.
• Maintain a welcoming Stone Writing Center environment.
• Meet with supervisor regularly and participate in training.

Skills

Strong writing abilities

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

MS Word

MLA/APA styles

Evenings/weekends availability

Cross-cultural communication

Education

60 college credits

B average in English

Job description

LAB ASSISTANT - STONE WRITING CENTER POOL

Job Title LAB ASSISTANT - STONE WRITING CENTER POOL

Department

Department Stone Writing Center

Position Type

Position Type Non-Exempt

Employment Status

Employment Status Part-Time

Salary $15.00 per hour

Open Date

Open Date 11/12/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The purpose of this position is to tutor writers of all levels and disciplines in a variety of writing assignments and projects in face-to-face and online environments. Contribute to Stone Writing Center’s social media, e.g., Twitter and blog. Supervise Student Assistants.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of 60 college credit hours.

At least a B average for all English classes.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Solid academic standing and strong writing abilities.
• Strong commitment to helping students become effective writers.
• Capable of working with students from different cultural backgrounds, with students of all levels of ability, or with students who have special disabilities.
• Knowledge of documentation styles, including MLA and APA .
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with students, faculty, and staff.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, especially Word.
• Advanced communication skills to articulate appropriate suggestions for writing improvement.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior teaching or tutoring experience.

Experience with social media such as Twitter and blogs.

Knowledge of learning management systems (preferably Canvas).

Experience using mobile devices in educational settings.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws requiring verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel, extend, or otherwise modify recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Del Mar College supports veteran employment and provides consideration to qualified veterans consistent with Texas law. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Our Culture

Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College’s Strategic Plan 2024–2029, Guiding Star III : Cultivate, all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College’s ability to serve its students and community.

Job Duties

• Tutor writers of all levels and disciplines on a variety of writing assignments and projects.
• Conduct one-on-one writing consultations with students on campus or in an online environment.
• Assist students in interpreting an assignment sheet, talking through ideas for a paper, discussing course readings, or planning for a paper.
• Encourage students to consider choices with regard to audience, focus, purpose, reasoning, or organization.
• Enable students to acquire research strategies, integrate scholarly sources, and apply proper documentation (such as MLA or APA ).
• Help students strengthen editing and proofreading skills, expand vocabulary, and better understand technical conventions of academic writing.
• Interact well with students from different cultural backgrounds, with students of all levels of ability, or with students who have special disabilities.
• Work effectively with students who speak English as a second language or students with special needs or circumstances.
• Market the Stone Writing Center through classroom visits and other activities.
• Maintain the Stone Writing Center as a welcoming space for all.
• Meet regularly with supervisor.
• Participate in on-going training.
• Maintain orderliness and operation of the Center (opening and closing, checking supplies, filing, administrative tasks, flexibility in work hours to ensure adequate coverage, etc.
• Assist the Director and Assistant Instructors with administrative tasks and special projects, as needed.
• Other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Supplemental Questions

• Have you completed 60 college credit hours?
  • Yes (Submission of transcripts is required).
  • No
• Do you have at least a B average for all English classes?
  • Yes (Submission of transcripts is required).
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• Transcripts

Optional Documents

Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As provided by law, Del Mar College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity/transgender status, sexual orientation), age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, or any other constitutionally or statutorily impermissible reason.