Undergraduate Writing Consultant (Tutor)
Company: University of North Texas
Location: Bryan
Posted on: May 16, 2023
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Job Description:
Position Details
Position Information
UNT System Overview
Welcome to the University of North Texas System! The UNT System
institutions include the University of North Texas (Denton & Frisco
campuses), the University of North Texas at Dallas (Main & College
of Law campuses) and the University of North Texas HSC in Fort
Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the
robust Dallas-Fort Worth region and we are committed to
transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through
education. Over the past decade, the UNT System enrollment has
increased more than 25 percent to over 50,000 students.
Posting Title Undergraduate Writing Consultant (Tutor) Department
DAL-Learning Commons-513000 Job Location Dallas Full Time/Part Time
Part-Time Pay Rate $10.00/hr Salary Information Department
Summary
The UNT Dallas Writing Center offers tutorial assistance in writing
and reading to students who need supplemental academic support. The
Undergraduate Consultant serves as an important team member in the
Writing Center. He/she works under the supervision of the Student
Development Manager and works closely with the other Writing
Consultants to tutor students on a daily basis. Tutoring sessions
occur as both face-to-face and online consultations. The
Undergraduate Consultant also performs some clerical work and
assists the professional staff with resource development and other
special projects.
Position Summary
The Undergraduate Writing Consultant should:
* Be aware of and able to use a variety of strategies to work with
a diverse clientele whose writing skills cover a wide range of
ability
* Work with students to develop positive learning skills, such as
critical thinking and analytical skills, research skills, and
expression of thoughts and ideas through academic and professional
written communication skills.
* Provide a forum for participatory learning, which includes the
active involvement of the student.
* Aid students in understanding concepts without rewriting papers
or completing assignments for students.
* Refer students to Learning Commons resources and other academic
services and departments as needed.
* Work the assigned hours per week unless making prior arrangements
with supervisor.
* Attend and complete mandatory trainings.
* Interpret and clarify Learning Commons procedures to students,
tutors, and visitors, and lead classroom presentations to advertise
Writing Center services.
* Be familiar with all resources - handouts, reference books,
YouTube videos - located in the Learning Commons or on the
website.
* Assist administrative staff and professional tutors with special
assignments, projects, and events.
* Assist in preparing resources for the Learning Commons including
handouts, workshops, website content, social media posts, videos,
etc.
* Aid students in scheduling appointments for the Writing
Center.
* Maintain detailed student records via WCOnline for data
collection purposes.
Additional Posting Details
Minimum Qualifications
Students interested in the position must meet the following
criteria:
* Must be a currently enrolled University of North Texas at Dallas
student making satisfactory progress toward completion of a
bachelor's degree program.
* Have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
* Completed ENGL 1313 (Composition I) and ENGL 1323 (Composition
II) or equivalent courses and passed courses with an A or B.
* Must be recommended by a faculty member who can attest to the
applicant's writing skills - Recommendation MUST be in email format
and sent to the Learning Commons Student Development Manager at
Elizabeth.Adams@untdallas.edu
* Possess intermediate to advanced level of knowledge in English
composition, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills
Students must also possess the following qualifications:
* Excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication
skills
* Empathy and the ability to relate to the diverse student body
population at UNT Dallas
* Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other
employees and with the general public, and to deal with public
relations problems courteously and tactfully
* Skill in telephone etiquette and courteous communication with
public, verbally and in writing
* Skill in evaluating facts or situation to route calls/customers
appropriately
* Basic MS Office skills
* Ability to operate a variety of office machines including,
personal computers, telephones, and copiers
* Ability to use web-based software (such as Zoom) to tutor
students online
* Skill in filing and recordkeeping
Preferred Qualifications
* Ability to work 12-19 hours per week
* Knowledge of (or ability to rapidly assimilate and retain)
University academic policy, procedure, and practices
* Knowledge of FERPA preferred but not required
* Ability to work under considerable pressure, to adjust to
constant changes, to handle multiple tasks, and work with all kinds
of students
* Strong ability to work independently and make decisions within
the framework of broad goals and objectives
* Work in-person (some flexibility options are available upon
request)
Required License / Registration / Certification Work Schedule
MON-THURS: 10A-10P; FRI-SAT: 12P-7P
Driving University Vehicle No Security Sensitive This is a security
sensitive position. EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System and its component institutions
are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable
federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative
action. The University of North Texas System and its component
institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion,
national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran
status in its application and admission processes, educational
programs and activities, and employment practices.
Physical Requirements Carrying, Lifting up to 10 pounds, Sitting,
Standing, Walking, Writing, Grasp, Talk or Hear, Cleaning, Ability
to communicate
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number Stu346HP Position End Date (if temporary) Special
Instructions to Applicants
* Complete online application through UNT Dallas HR website:
https://unt-dallas.peopleadmin.com/
* Attach required documents:
* Copy of unofficial transcript (official transcripts also accepted
but not necessary) from UNT Dallas and any other college or
university where English composition courses were taken
* Academic Writing Sample - this can be a short sample of something
you have produced for a class
* Resume
* Optional documents:
* Cover Letter
* UNT Dallas Class schedule
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