Student Worker Writing Center Tutor

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Student Worker Writing Center Tutor Position Classification Student Worker Employment Type Part-Time Benefits Not Applicable Department Humanities Summary

Assist students with their writing.

Duties

• Assisting WNMU students with a wide variety of writing assignments; correcting grammar and punctuation; improving organization, logic, and clarity; providing support and encouragement.
• Provides a broad range of administrative functions. Maintains comprehensive communication among all contacts (internal and external). Models professional standards and ethics in accordance with WNMU philosophy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Background

Current WNMU student

Job Knowledge

Broad knowledge of the conventions and rules of academic English. Excellent customer service and communication skills. Skill in general office duties and office equipment to include telephones, copier, Fax, and computer/computer programs. Must be knowledgeable of University policies and procedures. Must be able to handle multiple deadlines and maintain accuracy. Must be sensitive to cultural differences within the University and community. Fluent in Microsoft Office Applications.

Working Conditions/ Physical Demands (With or Without Accommodations)

Normal office environment. May be required to lift normal office equipment and materials. Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information. Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication. Hearing ability for verbal communication/ conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions. Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing, and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.

Other Requirements Location Silver City-On Campus EEO Statement

Western New Mexico University (WNMU) provides equal opportunity for employment for all qualified applicants. WNMU prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, spousal affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal and state law.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you a current student worker?

• Yes

• No

• • If yes, please provide the name of your current supervisor, name of the department and the hours currently approved to work.

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Class Schedule

Optional Documents