Instructional Student Assistants for The Writing Center

California State University, Bakersfield•Bakersfield, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Writing Center is seeking applicants to fill the Instructional Student Assistant positions. At CSUB’s Writing Center, we believe that writing is a social process, not a solitary one. Our mission is to promote student success and independence by providing a welcoming environment for dialogue and feedback. Rather than simply 'fixing' papers, our peer consultants work alongside you to develop your unique voice and sharpen your arguments at any stage of the writing process.

Requirements

Demonstrated significant writing ability confirmed by relevant coursework and/or faculty recommendation.
Possess advanced oral and written communication skills.
Able to work with Writing Center clients in an encouraging manner that fosters confidence.
Trustworthy, reliable, and detail-oriented.
Possess a positive attitude towards colleagues and clients.
Able to work independently and take initiative.
Committed to reflection and growth in practices and take feedback seriously.
Matriculated students at CSUB.
Limited to 20-hours of part-time work on campus.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with commonly used computer programs.

Responsibilities

Assist students with oral and written communication across all disciplines and at all stages of the process, including pre-writing, thesis statements, development, unity, clarity, structure, grammar, mechanics, and documentation.
Observe and train new tutors in the policies and procedures of the WRC.
Document relevant and accurate details about tutoring sessions in RunnerConnect.
Act as WRC liaison at faculty and department meetings to promote a strong relationship between professors and the tutoring center staff.
Create and administer writing/grammar workshops.
Organize class visits and appearances at campus-sponsored events and distribute flyers to promote WRC services.
Work with professors in and out of class to provide special assistance to groups and individuals in writing and critical reading.
Work with students who speak English as a second language or students with special needs or circumstances.
Help the Tutoring Center Coordinator with administrative tasks and special projects.
Solve existing problems and complaints, anticipate problems, and provide collaborative feedback to fellow tutors.
Support WRC colleagues to maintain the integrity and efficiency of the Center.
Maintain the confidentiality of clients and services.
Be dependable and punctual in duties, completion of assigned tasks, and in notifying appropriate staff personnel when conflicts or problems occur.
Tutor members of the CSUB campus community.
Attend staff meetings and training sessions.
Maintain orderliness in operating the Center (making appointments, opening and closing the WRC, checking supplies, filing, completing administrative tasks, straightening up the Center, being flexible in work hours to ensure adequate coverage).
Assist and mentor tutor trainees.
Notify supervisor of needs or difficulties.
Provide input and suggestions to improve operations.
Carry out other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.