Writing Center Consultant - Fall 2026

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title Writing Center Consultant - Fall 2026 Department English Job Description/Duties

If you're interested in a teaching profession or a profession that works with students, the experience you gain in this position will be extremely valuable and relevant. All majors are welcome to apply especially those in the sciences and social sciences.

The primary responsibility for the person in this position is to support students with their writing processes and projects in one-on-one (in-person and online) sessions alongside a staff consisting of Graduate Assistants, Composition Program faculty, and the Writing Center Director.

Further responsibilities include: participating in Writing Center Consultant development and training sessions with the Writing Center Director, attending mandatory scheduled staff meetings, creating and conducting writing workshops for classes in collaboration with the Writing Center staff, and promoting the Writing Center through in-class visits. There are additional opportunities to participate in collaborative research and assessment projects if the person in the position is interested.

Days/Hours Needed

10 - 15 hours per week

Campus Location/Bldg.

Brockway Hall, Room 216

Required Qualifications

Must be a SUNY Cortland student

Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands Special Conditions for Eligibility Contact Name(s) & Email(s)

Michael Turner

michael.turner@cortland.edu

Salary Grade B-$16.50/hr. Salary

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number SA25104 Review Start Date 04/30/2026 Open Date 04/02/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

In addition to applying online, please email Michael Turner at Michael.turner@cortland.edu your cover letter, resume, writing sample (this could be from any course, but ideally it should be from one in your major), and names and contact information for 2 recommenders (note: you do not need recommendation letters, just their contact info.)

Please also note that while positions may be open and posted here on jobs.cortland.edu until their listed close date, positions may be filled on a rolling basis prior to this date.

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Cover Letter
• Other - See Special Instructions to Applicants

Optional Documents