Teaching Associate Assistant to the Director Writing Center

California State University, Stanislaus; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 5,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

California State University, Stanislaus is hiring a Teaching Associate to assist with the Writing Center. This position entails developing materials, conducting workshops, and providing tutoring services. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in English or a related field and previous tutoring experience. The role requires excellent communication skills and includes approximately 6 hours of work weekly. The position will start on August 17, 2026, and offers competitive compensation for graduate students seeking experience in academic support.

Qualifications

• Post-baccalaureate students registered in at least four Fall/Spring units.
• Successful completion of English 4600 required.
• Awareness of current writing center and composition pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with pre‑semester orientation preparation and delivery.
• Developing tutor education materials.
• Providing tutoring services to students.

Skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Previous successful writing tutoring experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English or closely related field

Post-baccalaureate students in a graduate program

Job description

Teaching Associate Assistant to the Director Writing Center

Job no: 556698

Department: College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences

Work type: Teaching Associate

Location: Stanislaus - Turlock

Categories: Unit 11 - UAW - California Alliance of Academic Student Workers, Temporary, Part Time, Student Services, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Teaching Associate Employment Opportunity

Responsibilities

• Assisting with pre‑semester orientation preparation and delivery
• Developing tutor education materials
• Planning and facilitating tutor education workshops
• Assisting tutors and students in writing workshops and individual sessions
• Supporting effective in‑person and online tutoring practices
• Conducting staff meetings
• Working with tutors and students on ESL issues
• Helping with center assessments
• Observing tutors and providing on‑the‑spot support
• Providing tutoring services
• Resolving tutoring and scheduling issues as they arise on a daily/hourly basis
• Consulting with the Director on any or all of the above
• Completing other duties as assigned

Salary & Hours

Wage/Salary: approximately $432.66 monthly

Days/Hours: Monday‑Friday, 6 hours per week

Job Dates

Expected Start Date: 08/17/2026

Expected End Date: 12/17/2026

Contact & Application

Point of Contact: Maria Camarena, Writing Center Director

Address: California State University, Stanislaus, One University Circle, Turlock, CA 95382

Phone/Email: [e-mail]

Deadline to apply: 05/20/2026

To apply for this position, please click the "Apply Now" button on this page or submit a letter of interest, current résumé, informal transcripts, and three references with contact information to the Writing Center Director.

Minimum Qualifications

• Post‑baccalaureate students in a graduate program registered in at least four Fall/Spring units.
• Bachelor’s degree in English or a closely related field, current enrollment in a Stan State graduate program.
• Awareness and interest in current writing center and composition pedagogy.
• Successful completion of English 4600.
• Working knowledge of the Stanislaus State Writing Center.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Previous successful writing tutoring experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working closely with the Director and tutors in the CSUS Writing Center.
• A in English 4600 (Tutorial Projects in English).
• Knowledge of current writing center and composition pedagogy.
• Successful tutoring experience in the CSUS Writing Center.
• Excellent rapport with tutors, students, and the Director.
• Ability to reflect and adapt to an ever‑changing environment.
• Positive recommendations from multiple graduate faculty.
• Bilingual ability and enrollment in the Writing Studies graduate program.

Inclusion

Individuals with disabling conditions who require accommodation during the recruitment process may contact the ADA Coordinator at (209) 667‑3159.