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Writing Center Tutors
We look for a variety of majors (you do NOT need to be an English major!) and hire in the spring (April/May) for the following school year. Fill out an online application by Monday, March 31st. We will be in touch about an interview shortly after March 31.
Questions? Contact Sara Heaser, WC Director at sheaser@uwlax.edu.
Requirements & Position Information
To apply for a Writing Center Tutor position, you should:
- Be in strong academic standing (3.0 GPA or higher)
- Be able to enroll in a one-credit training course, ENG 299 during Fall semester
- Be able to work on campus approximately 5 hours/week
- Be interested in continuing to tutor for more than one academic year (be of freshman, sophomore, or junior standing)
- Provide two references from UWL faculty and one writing sample
The Writing Center offers:
- Collaborative, relaxed work environment with snacks :)
- Mentorship, leadership, and professional development opportunities
- Flexible hours around your classes and other obligations; no late evening or weekend hours
- Comprehensive training and tutoring support
Primary Responsibilities:
- Facilitate conversational, inquiry-driven one-on-one tutoring sessions with writers in a wide variety of courses, in various stages of their writing process
- Maintain session notes and records; regularly reflect on tutoring practices in an effort to improve
- Attend occasional meetings with WC staff
- Attend occasional campus events as a WC representative
- Collaborate to design workshop materials and writing resources for students
- Support the Writing Center mission
Our tutors enjoy:
- Helping others succeed
- Asking great questions
- Reading and writing in a wide variety of styles and disciplines
- Listening and providing encouraging feedback
- Collaborating with each other and the WC Director
- Improving their writing, critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills
