Writing Tutor - USU Brigham Region

Utah State University; Brigham City (UT); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Full time

Job summary

Utah State University is seeking a diligent Writing Center Tutor at the Brigham City campus to assist students with writing projects, from brainstorming to editing, and to support community outreach through collaboration on grant applications and oral histories.

You will conduct in-person and Zoom consultations, mentor students from diverse backgrounds, and contribute to recruitment initiatives in local high schools, while coordinating with faculty to promote strong writing across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Excellent writers with an understanding of the writing process and a strong foundation of grammatical and documentation skills.
• Welcoming, excellent communication skills and patience.
• Ability to work independently with little oversight.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and desktop computing.
• Strong, proven background in English and/or experience with ESL in any capacity will be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Write Center tutors work one‑on‑one with students across the disciplines on various aspects of writing projects from brainstorming to composing to editing and documenting sources.
• Assist students from a variety of backgrounds and levels of writing proficiency.
• Conduct in‑person and Zoom consultations at the Brigham City Writing Center.
• Be available to help campus students with in‑class writing and research assignments.
• Support students in the region and throughout the statewide system.

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

This position also includes community outreach: tutors will work with community groups at the Brigham City campus on collaborative writing projects (e.g., grant applications and oral histories) and coordinate with faculty members on recruitment initiatives at local high schools, which may include classroom visits and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Write Center tutors work one‑on‑one with students across the disciplines on various aspects of writing projects from brainstorming to composing to editing and documenting sources.
• Assist students from a variety of backgrounds and levels of writing proficiency.
• Conduct in‑person and Zoom consultations at the Brigham City Writing Center.
• Be available to help campus students with in‑class writing and research assignments.
• Support students in the region and throughout the statewide system.

Qualifications

• Excellent writers with an understanding of the writing process and a strong foundation of grammatical and documentation skills.
• Welcoming, excellent communication skills and patience.
• Ability to work independently with little oversight.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and desktop computing.
• Strong, proven background in English and/or experience with ESL in any capacity will be preferred.

Work Conditions

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

Advertised Salary

$13/hr.

EEO, ADA, and Non‑Discrimination Statement

Notice of Non‑discrimination: In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law.

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