Student Assistant - Writing Center Tutor

Inside Higher Ed; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

A public university in Georgia is seeking a Part-Time Student Assistant for its Writing Center. This role involves providing one-on-one writing consultations, planning writing workshops, and participating in ongoing training. Candidates must be enrolled at the university, have strong writing skills, and provide a faculty recommendation. A current GPA of 3.00 or higher is preferred, along with good interpersonal communication skills. Join a supportive environment that fosters student development.

Qualifications

• Enrolled student at Middle Georgia State University.
• Strong writing ability supported by faculty recommendation.
• Completion of relevant English courses with good grades.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one writing consultations to clients.
• Plan and run writing workshops and events.
• Participate in training and orientation.

Skills

Good interpersonal and verbal communication skills

Education

Completion of ENGL 1101 and 1102, or equivalent with at least a B

Must be currently enrolled as a student at Middle Georgia State University

Must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours

A current GPA of 3.00 or higher (preferred)

Job description

Job Title: Student Assistant – Writing Center Tutor

Location: Middle Georgia State University Regular/Temporary: Temporary Full/Part Time: Part‑Time Job ID: 293282

About Us

Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi‑campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses—Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins—located in central Georgia, and a fully‑online campus for global outreach. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia’s 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia’s flagship aviation program, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

Job Summary

The Writing Center is seeking candidates for the position of Writing Center Tutor. The MGA Writing Center provides one‑on‑one consultations to assist students at all levels with all types of writing.

Responsibilities

• Work one‑on‑one with clients in face‑to‑face and video conference settings, offering feedback, suggestions and encouragement to clients on their writing.
• Plan, publicize, and run special events.
• Offer writing workshops and possible classroom visits.
• Participate in orientation and ongoing training as required.

Required Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled as a student at Middle Georgia State University.
• Must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours.
• Faculty recommendation attesting to writing ability and a supportive personality.
• Completion of ENGL 1101 and 1102, or the equivalent, with at least a B.
• Good interpersonal and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• A current GPA of 3.00 or higher.

Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.

Contact Information

• Joe Lease ([e-mail]) – English Department Chair
• Sharon Colley ([e-mail]) – Writing Center Coordinator, Macon
• Cassie Outler ([e-mail]) – Writing Center Coordinator, Cochran

Equal Employment Opportunity

Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of the Middle Georgia State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503 and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75‑50). For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Middle Georgia State University Office of Human Resources at 877.251.2644. Individuals requiring disability‑related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.