Writing Center Tutor

La Sierra University; California; On-site; USD 24,108 - 25,761; Part time

Job summary

La Sierra University is hiring a Writing Center Tutor to assist current students with academic and professional writing projects. The role requires strong communication skills, a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and completion of specific English courses. Tutors meet students one-on-one, help develop writing skills, and create coaching appointments. The position starts with training, and applicants must be available for at least one year. Pay ranges from $17.50 to $18.70 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must have strong writing skills from any major.
• Available for at least one year including after graduation if applicable.
• Experience in leading small workshop groups (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Meet one-on-one with students to assist with writing projects.
• Create and schedule coaching appointments online and in person.
• Foster a supportive environment for all writers.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Grammar and editing skills

Punctuality

Public speaking skills

Bilingualism (helpful)

Education

Completion of ENGL 111, 112, and 113 with an A grade or above

Current La Sierra University student

GPA of 3.0 or higher

Job description

Overview

Job Posting: Writing Center Tutor — La Sierra University. Position: Writing Center Tutor. Location: HUM 101, La Sierra University.

Position Overview: Writing Center Tutor (Student Position). Writing Center Tutors meet one-on-one in the Writing Center and online with current La Sierra University students seeking assistance with academic and professional writing projects. Students with a solid grasp of the English language and strong writing skills from all disciplines/majors are welcome and encouraged to apply. After receiving training, tutors are responsible for creating and scheduling coaching appointments online and in person as requested. They should foster a supportive and inclusive environment for all writers.

Responsibilities

Note: The posting lists responsibilities in the context of experience and skills; see sections below for required experience and required skills.

Required Experience

• Strong communication skills and a passion for helping others
• Public speaking skills encouraged
• Completion of ENGL 111, 112, and 113 with an A grade or above; OR completion of AP Language or AP Literature with a score of 4 or above
• Must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Must be a current La Sierra University student
• Due to the training time required, applicants should be available to work at the Writing Center for at least one year, including any time after graduation if applicable

Required Skills

Tutors support student writing for all subjects and all levels of study offered through La Sierra University. They help peers develop their writing skills, enhance their critical thinking and reading skills, and foster a love for effective communication. Tutors are expected to function independently and responsibly in a minimally-supervised environment, collaborating with instructors and professors to improve student skills. To achieve these ends, tutors must have a solid background in the English language, be strong writers, possess grammar and editing skills, and be willing to seek clarification in unfamiliar fields. Professional communication skills and punctuality are essential. It is helpful if tutors speak more than one language. Tutors will also be trained and gain experience in leading small workshop groups. Previous tutoring experience is not required but is desirable; regardless, all tutors will undergo training before helping students.

To Apply

• Submit the online application including your resume
• In place of the cover letter upload, please submit an academic writing sample (any field, no creative pieces)
• List your availability and desired number of work hours per week
• If applicants meet qualifications, they will be contacted to schedule a grammar test and interview.

Contact

For more information, please contact Patty Granizo at [e-mail]

Wage

Pay ranges from 17.50-18.70 based on experience level and number of years working for the Writing Center

We look forward to seeing how you can contribute to our vibrant academic community!