Writing Tutor - Graduate
Job title: Writing Tutor - Graduate in Turlock, CA at California State University
Company: California State University
Job description: Instructional Student Assistant Employment OpportunityJOB DESCRIPTION:~OPEN TO CURRENT STANISLAUS STATE STUDENTS ONLY~Job Title: Writing Tutor - Graduate
Job Description: Under the direction of the Learning Commons and Writing Center Director, qualified and committed individuals with backgrounds in a variety of academic disciplines will tutor writers in individual, small group, same day, and/or on-line sessions. Writing Tutor - Graduate and Writing Tutor - Graduate Tutorial Projects assignments are based on center needs, experiences, and qualifications detailed below.Writing Tutor - Graduate assignment duties include but are not limited to the following:
Determine writers' needs, prior knowledge and experience, and skills
Address writers' needs by expanding on what they already know
Work within our mission and vision and support a collaborative, inclusive, and nonjudgmental environment with writers and co-workers
Share effective strategies to expand writers' writing and reading abilities and to help writers acclimate to the college environment
Tutor graduate and undergraduate student-writers
Mentor student-writers and collaborate with faculty if embedded in courses
Attend and participate in pre-semester and ongoing tutor development groups and workshops
Provide class presentations as requested
Facilitate in-class peer review sessions as requested
Create, revise, and implement tutor development opportunities, including Canvas modules, as requested
Mentor new undergraduate and graduate tutors as needed
Support the director and/or writing center coordinators on research, projects, workshops, assessments, and/or reports that uphold and implement the Writing Center mission and student access and success.
Access, process, and input information using Office 365, StanTutor, Peoplesoft, Zoom, and other software as needed
Maintain accurate records in a timely manner
Log hours into Stantutor hourly and review Peoplesoft weekly
Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work space
Consistent and punctual attendance
Assist with promotion of services and recruitment of tutors
Other duties as assigned
Writing Tutor - Graduate Tutorial Projects assignment duties include but are not limited to the following:
Writing Tutor - Graduate assignment duties
Successful completion of English 4600: Tutorial Projects in English
Expected to integrate course material and experiences into tutoring sessions
Support less experienced tutors' growth
Wage/Salary: $18.42-19.34/hrHours per Week: 5-20Location: Learning Commons Writing Center/L221; remote options may be available# of Openings: 5-15Expected Start Date: 8/13/25Expected End Date: 5/22/26Point of Contact Person: Paula Barrington-Schmidt 209.667.3674 [email protected] Application Deadline: 5/10/25. Applications received after this date will be considered based on learning support needs.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree
Post-baccalaureate students in a graduate program must be registered in a minimum of four (4) Fall/Spring units.
Demonstrated writing competence in a variety of genres
Interest in learning more about how language in institutions, organizations, media, and disciplines affects inclusion and diversity
Knowledge of writing processes, audience and purpose, grammar, mechanics
Willingness to listen and ability to communicate ideas clearly
Commitment to helping others and demonstrated ability to work with a team
Inclusive, nonjudgmental, empathetic, patient, and friendly demeanor
Familiarity with Office 365, Google apps, Zoom, and the ability to learn additional software applications as needed
Ability to self-assess and willingness to change based on the assessment (analyze, reflect, and adapt)
Punctual, reliable, and focused
Good academic standing
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:BilingualHOW TO APPLY & DEADLINE:Complete and submit a Writing Tutor Application and provide a 3-5 page writing sample and one letter of recommendation or Faculty Recommendation Form, available work schedule and class schedule indicating required enrollment as per the Student Employment Policies (See information). Possible reappointment based on budget and continuing to meet position qualifications.If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact:Paula Barrington-Schmidt
209.667.3674
California State University, Stanislaus
One University Circle
Turlock, CA 95382
[email protected] apply for this position, please click the "Apply Now" button on this page.CAMPUS & AREA:California State University, Stanislaus serves the San Joaquin Valley and is a critical educational resource for a six-county region of approximately 1.5 million people. The University is fully committed to creating a culture of diversity and inclusion - one in which every person in the University community feels safe to express their views without fear of reprisal. Widely recognized for its quality academic programs, the University has 10 nationally accredited programs and 662 faculty members. 94 percent of full-time faculty holds doctorates or terminal degrees in their fields. The University offers 43 undergraduate majors, 16 master's programs, 7 post-graduate credentials, a doctorate in education and serves more than 10,000 students. New instructional facilities have been built for the unique pedagogy of professional programs, laboratory sciences and performing arts.Stanislaus State continues to receive national recognition with its ranking as one of the best 384 colleges in the nation by The Princeton Review. The University was one of 12 public universities in the nation to be recognized by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities for demonstrating exceptional performance in retention and graduation rates. In addition, U.S. News and World Report ranks Stanislaus State in its top 10 among public universities in the West, while Washington Monthly honored Stanislaus State as the West's No. 1 university for the money. Stanislaus State also is recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education.CSU Stanislaus values shared governance:EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYThe university is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. You can learn more about federal equal employment opportunity protections by accessing the Department of Labor's notices: and .Individuals with disabling conditions who require accommodation during the recruitment process may contact the ADA Coordinator at (209) 667-3159.In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. The CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. The CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California.CLERY ACT DISCLOSUREPursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the annual security report (ASR), is now available for viewing at The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Stanislaus State for the previous three years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the office of the Clery Director located at One University Circle, Turlock, CA 95382.CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CLEARANCE NOTICEThe university requires a criminal and/or child abuse background check to be completed for many of its new employees, current employees seeking promotional or transfer opportunities, and current employees assigned new duties. Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. Failure to consent to any background check will disqualify an applicant from further consideration. Additionally, an applicant who fails to provide the necessary information or who provides false or misleading information may also be disqualified from further consideration. Later discovery of false or misleading information related to the background check may result in the offer of employment being withdrawn or subject the employee to disciplinary action, up to and including termination.Advertised: Mar 26 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:
Expected salary: $18.42 - 19.34 per hour
Location: Turlock, CA
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Company: California State University
Job description: Instructional Student Assistant Employment OpportunityJOB DESCRIPTION:~OPEN TO CURRENT STANISLAUS STATE STUDENTS ONLY~Job Title: Writing Tutor - Graduate
Job Description: Under the direction of the Learning Commons and Writing Center Director, qualified and committed individuals with backgrounds in a variety of academic disciplines will tutor writers in individual, small group, same day, and/or on-line sessions. Writing Tutor - Graduate and Writing Tutor - Graduate Tutorial Projects assignments are based on center needs, experiences, and qualifications detailed below.Writing Tutor - Graduate assignment duties include but are not limited to the following:
Determine writers' needs, prior knowledge and experience, and skills
Address writers' needs by expanding on what they already know
Work within our mission and vision and support a collaborative, inclusive, and nonjudgmental environment with writers and co-workers
Share effective strategies to expand writers' writing and reading abilities and to help writers acclimate to the college environment
Tutor graduate and undergraduate student-writers
Mentor student-writers and collaborate with faculty if embedded in courses
Attend and participate in pre-semester and ongoing tutor development groups and workshops
Provide class presentations as requested
Facilitate in-class peer review sessions as requested
Create, revise, and implement tutor development opportunities, including Canvas modules, as requested
Mentor new undergraduate and graduate tutors as needed
Support the director and/or writing center coordinators on research, projects, workshops, assessments, and/or reports that uphold and implement the Writing Center mission and student access and success.
Access, process, and input information using Office 365, StanTutor, Peoplesoft, Zoom, and other software as needed
Maintain accurate records in a timely manner
Log hours into Stantutor hourly and review Peoplesoft weekly
Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work space
Consistent and punctual attendance
Assist with promotion of services and recruitment of tutors
Other duties as assigned
Writing Tutor - Graduate Tutorial Projects assignment duties include but are not limited to the following:
Writing Tutor - Graduate assignment duties
Successful completion of English 4600: Tutorial Projects in English
Expected to integrate course material and experiences into tutoring sessions
Support less experienced tutors' growth
Wage/Salary: $18.42-19.34/hrHours per Week: 5-20Location: Learning Commons Writing Center/L221; remote options may be available# of Openings: 5-15Expected Start Date: 8/13/25Expected End Date: 5/22/26Point of Contact Person: Paula Barrington-Schmidt 209.667.3674 [email protected] Application Deadline: 5/10/25. Applications received after this date will be considered based on learning support needs.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree
Post-baccalaureate students in a graduate program must be registered in a minimum of four (4) Fall/Spring units.
Demonstrated writing competence in a variety of genres
Interest in learning more about how language in institutions, organizations, media, and disciplines affects inclusion and diversity
Knowledge of writing processes, audience and purpose, grammar, mechanics
Willingness to listen and ability to communicate ideas clearly
Commitment to helping others and demonstrated ability to work with a team
Inclusive, nonjudgmental, empathetic, patient, and friendly demeanor
Familiarity with Office 365, Google apps, Zoom, and the ability to learn additional software applications as needed
Ability to self-assess and willingness to change based on the assessment (analyze, reflect, and adapt)
Punctual, reliable, and focused
Good academic standing
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:BilingualHOW TO APPLY & DEADLINE:Complete and submit a Writing Tutor Application and provide a 3-5 page writing sample and one letter of recommendation or Faculty Recommendation Form, available work schedule and class schedule indicating required enrollment as per the Student Employment Policies (See information). Possible reappointment based on budget and continuing to meet position qualifications.If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact:Paula Barrington-Schmidt
209.667.3674
California State University, Stanislaus
One University Circle
Turlock, CA 95382
[email protected] apply for this position, please click the "Apply Now" button on this page.CAMPUS & AREA:California State University, Stanislaus serves the San Joaquin Valley and is a critical educational resource for a six-county region of approximately 1.5 million people. The University is fully committed to creating a culture of diversity and inclusion - one in which every person in the University community feels safe to express their views without fear of reprisal. Widely recognized for its quality academic programs, the University has 10 nationally accredited programs and 662 faculty members. 94 percent of full-time faculty holds doctorates or terminal degrees in their fields. The University offers 43 undergraduate majors, 16 master's programs, 7 post-graduate credentials, a doctorate in education and serves more than 10,000 students. New instructional facilities have been built for the unique pedagogy of professional programs, laboratory sciences and performing arts.Stanislaus State continues to receive national recognition with its ranking as one of the best 384 colleges in the nation by The Princeton Review. The University was one of 12 public universities in the nation to be recognized by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities for demonstrating exceptional performance in retention and graduation rates. In addition, U.S. News and World Report ranks Stanislaus State in its top 10 among public universities in the West, while Washington Monthly honored Stanislaus State as the West's No. 1 university for the money. Stanislaus State also is recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education.CSU Stanislaus values shared governance:EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYThe university is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. You can learn more about federal equal employment opportunity protections by accessing the Department of Labor's notices: and .Individuals with disabling conditions who require accommodation during the recruitment process may contact the ADA Coordinator at (209) 667-3159.In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. The CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. The CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California.CLERY ACT DISCLOSUREPursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the annual security report (ASR), is now available for viewing at The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Stanislaus State for the previous three years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the office of the Clery Director located at One University Circle, Turlock, CA 95382.CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CLEARANCE NOTICEThe university requires a criminal and/or child abuse background check to be completed for many of its new employees, current employees seeking promotional or transfer opportunities, and current employees assigned new duties. Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. Failure to consent to any background check will disqualify an applicant from further consideration. Additionally, an applicant who fails to provide the necessary information or who provides false or misleading information may also be disqualified from further consideration. Later discovery of false or misleading information related to the background check may result in the offer of employment being withdrawn or subject the employee to disciplinary action, up to and including termination.Advertised: Mar 26 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:
Expected salary: $18.42 - 19.34 per hour
Location: Turlock, CA
Apply for the job now!
Apply Now