Writing Center - Writing Consultant

High Point University; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

High Point University is seeking a Writing Consultant to provide writing assistance for writers at all levels across campus. The position supports student and staff writers by helping with understanding assignments, drafting, and revision strategies; note that we do not write or edit papers for clients.

We do not write papers for clients. Responsibilities include on-campus duties with up to 20 hours per week, flexible summer online options if funding allows, and participation in professional

Qualifications

• Must have completed ENG3100: Writing Center Theory to be eligible as a writing consultant.
• Optionally, ENG3114 or 4114 when offered as “Business of Editing” or ENG4135: The Business of Editing as a replacement for ENG3100 and to replace the training requirement.
• Must have a minimum 3.0 overall GPA.
• Strong writing and grammar skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide writing assistance for writers at any level of study.
• During the summer, optionally provide writing assistance in an online, synchronous, video-chat format, as funding allows.
• Attend and participate in professional development as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong writing and grammar skills

Strong interpersonal skills

GPA 3.0 or higher

Education

ENG3100: Writing Center Theory

Job description

Job Title

Writing Consultant

Department & Supervisor

Writing Center, Supervisor: Dr. Justin Cook

Starting Rate of Pay

$10/hr

Length of Time

Eligible for rehire on a semester basis

Department Description

Writing Center consultants are kind, careful, and responsive readers for all High Point University writers (student, faculty, or staff) at any stage of the writing process. We help with everything from assignment comprehension to drafting to revising. However, we do not write or edit papers for clients. Instead, we work alongside them to develop strategies for improving their writing regarding their respective assignments, expectations, and writing needs/ styles. We see writing as both an individual process of learning and a life skill in need of cultivating and refining. We are trained student mentors who lead campus workshops and participate in professional conversations about writing all the while promoting critical thinking, self‑sufficiency, and problem‑solving in writing. The Writing Center has locations all over campus: Qubein School of Communication (2nd floor tables) Smith Library, first floor (basement) R.G.Wanek Center Learning Commons (third floor, glass room) Cottrell (second floor, above Starbucks) Virtual (synchronous).

Job Location & Hours

The candidate will perform most/all job duties in one of a variety of locations on campus. Hours may vary depending on the job requirements; however, the total number of hours a student employee may work per week is 20 hours. This position requires at least 5 but no more than 20 hours per week. Please also note that students who wish to be a Resident Assistant (RA) cannot hold additional jobs beyond that.

Responsibilities

• Provide writing assistance for writers at any level of study.
• During the summer, optionally provide writing assistance in an online, synchronous, video-chat format, as funding allows.
• Attend and participate in professional development as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Students must have successfully completed, be in the process of completing, or be scheduled to complete ENG3100: Writing Center Theory to be eligible to be a writing consultant.
• Optionally, consultants may also take ENG3114 or 4114 when it is offered as “Business of Editing” or ENG4135: The Business of Editing as a replacement for ENG3100 and to replace the training requirement.

Desired Skills

• Must have a minimum 3.0 overall GPA.
• Strong writing and grammar skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Additional Information

At High Point University the faculty and staff are devoted to ensuring every student receives an extraordinary education in an inspiring environment with caring people. High Point University is a God, family and country school.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

High Point University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status and other legally protected statuses. The University encourages all applicants to apply.