Job Description
JOB TITLE Temporary Writing Center Tutor
LOCATION Worcester
DEPARTMENT NAME Humanities & Arts - JM
DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Humanities & Arts Department at WPI is seeking to hire a temporary tutor to assist graduate students (and occasionally undergraduates) in developing their writing skills by providing constructive feedback on the structure, argumentation, and clarity of student compositions.
This is an on-site part-time 5 -10 hour per week position with a pay rate of $22 per hour.
JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibilities include:
- Holding consultations with students (both with individuals and with small groups)
- Attending monthly staff meetings
- Assisting with outreach across campus
Requirements include:
- Candidates must demonstrate strong writing ability and listening skills.
- Familiarity with academic genres in both the humanities and the sciences is preferred.
- Applicants must have a graduate degree or be currently enrolled in a graduate program to qualify.
To apply: Please submit a resume and any supporting documents you would like reviewed.
FLSA STATUS United States of America (Non-Exempt)
WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination. To apply, visit: About WPI WPI is a vibrant, active, and diverse community of extraordinary students, world-renowned faculty, and state of the art research facilities. At WPI, we have competitive and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, long-term care, retirement, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, work-life balance and much more.
Diversity & Inclusion at WPI WPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected; a place where every student, faculty and staff member can be themselves, so that they can study, live, and work comfortably, to reach their full potential, and make meaningful contributions in order to meet departmental and institutional goals. WPI thrives on innovative practice and welcomes diverse perspectives, insight, and people from diverse lived experiences, to enhance the community environment and propel the institution to the next level in a competitive, global marketplace.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Temporary work, Part time, Flexible hours, 10 hours per week,