Student - Work Study Writing Center Assistant Cartersville

Inside Higher Ed; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 13,638 - 19,424; Part time

Job summary

A higher education institution is looking for a Student - Work Study Writing Center Assistant in Cartersville. This part-time position requires current enrollment as a GHC student and involves supporting students with writing assignments. Responsibilities include conducting sessions, providing feedback, and maintaining records. The ideal candidate should be knowledgeable in Microsoft Office and customer service, with strong communication skills. Compensation is $12.00 per hour, with a maximum of 19 hours per week.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and currently enrolled in GHC.
• Must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements.
• Current-Year FAFSA must be on file.

Responsibilities

• Support the Writing Center's mission and compliance.
• Conduct individualized sessions for writing support.
• Provide constructive feedback on student writing.

Skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office software

Customer service experience

Effective communication

Ability to work independently

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Currently enrolled as a GHC undergraduate student

Job description

Job Information

Job Title: Student - Work Study Writing Center Assistant Cartersville

Location: GHC - Cartersville Instr. Site

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job ID: 292612

About Us

Georgia Highlands College is a multi-campus, state college member of the University System of Georgia. Founded in 1970 as Floyd Junior College, it now serves more than 6,000 students in Northwest Georgia and Northeast Alabama across its five locations in Rome, Cartersville, Marietta, and Dallas. GHC currently offers over 30 areas of study with associate degree and bachelor¿s degree options both in the classroom and online. We are a growing and progressive institution with opportunities for great employees to grow in a fast-paced and challenging work environment that encourages employee wellness and overall success. Our combined efforts at GHC have led to numerous awards, honors, and countless stories of success for students and employees. This includes our most recent honor of being recognized as one of the semifinalists for the 2023 and 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence.

Job Summary

This position provides support for various functions at the Georgia Highlands College Writing Center. This position is at our Cartersville location. Must be a current GHC student Currently enrolled for at least six (6) credit hours (in most instances).

Responsibilities

• Is responsible to understand, support, and carry out the college's mission, vision, and values and comply with mandates and regulations of government and accrediting bodies
• Conducts individualized sessions to support students with brainstorming, organizing, drafting, revising, and editing student writing assignment(s)
• Provides constructive, respectful feedback on content, structure, clarity, and mechanics without rewriting the student's work
• Maintains accurate records of sessions and follows Writing Center protocols
• Utilizes and promotes Writing Center resources such as handouts, workshops, and class visits
• Performs other duties as assigned
• This is not a Supervisory position
• The Writing Center Coordinator will assign tasks and direct work of this position

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and current GHC undergraduate student with:
• Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) currently being met
• Current-Year FAFSA on file with all verifications and any other requirements complete
• Currently enrolled for at least six (6) credit hours (in most instances)
• Some prior experience is preferred but not required. Job specific training will be provided

Proposed Salary: $12.00 per hour, 19 hours per week max.

Required Documents to Attach: Cover Letter, Resume

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge and ability to operate Microsoft office software
• Understanding of customer service with experience
• Ability to follow specific directions
• Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately
• Ability to work independently on a task and utilize appropriate critical thinking, decision making, and problem solving within area of responsibility
• Ability to demonstrate prompt and regular attendance

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources by email at [e-mail]

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Highlands College, as determined by Georgia Highlands College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Highlands College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.