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Writing Tutor - Graduate Job at The California State University in Turlock

The California State University, Turlock, CA, United States


Apply now Job no: 556904
Work type: Instructional Student Assistant
Location: Stanislaus - Turlock
Categories: Unit 11 - UAW - California Alliance of Academic Student Workers, Temporary, Part Time, Student Services, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Instructional Student Assistant Employment Opportunity

JOB DESCRIPTION:

~OPEN TO CURRENT STANISLAUS STATE STUDENTS ONLY~

Job Title: Writing Tutor - Graduate

Under the direction of the Learning Commons and Writing Center Director, qualified and committed individuals with backgrounds in a variety of academic disciplines will tutor writers in individual, small group, same day, and/or on-line sessions.

Writing Tutor - Graduate assignment duties include but are not limited to the following:

Determine writers’ needs, prior knowledge and experience, and skills

Address writers’ needs by expanding on what they already know

Work within our mission and vision and support a collaborative, inclusive, and nonjudgmental environment with writers and co‑workers

Share effective strategies to expand writers’ writing and reading abilities and to help writers acclimate to the college environment

Tutor graduate and undergraduate student-writers

Mentor student-writers and collaborate with faculty if embedded in courses

Attend and participate in pre‑semester and ongoing tutor development groups and workshops

Provide class presentations as requested

Facilitate in‑class peer review sessions as requested

Create, revise, and implement tutor development opportunities, including Canvas modules, as requested

Mentor new undergraduate and graduate tutors as needed

Support the director and/or writing center coordinators on research, projects, workshops, assessments, and/or reports that uphold and implement the Writing Center mission and student access and success

Access, process, and input information using Office 365, StanTutor, Peoplesoft, Zoom, and other software as needed

Maintain accurate records in a timely manner

Log hours into Stantutor hourly and review Peoplesoft weekly

Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work space

Consistent and punctual attendance

Assist with promotion of services and recruitment of tutors

Other duties as assigned

Writing Tutor - Graduate Tutorial Projects assignment duties include but are not limited to the following:

Writing Tutor - Graduate assignment duties

Successful completion of English 4600: Tutorial Projects in English

Expected to integrate course material and experiences into tutoring sessions

Support less experienced tutors’ growth

Anticipated Tutoring Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 9am to 4pm and 6pm to 8pm.
Friday: 9am to 2pm
Sunday: 6pm to 8pm
The Writing Center also holds Professional Development meetings on select Fridays throughout the month. Please note that hiring decisions are based on applicants’ availability within these tutoring hours.

Location: Learning Commons Writing Center/L221; remote options may be available

# of Openings: 5-15

Expected Start Date: 8/12/26

Expected End Date: 5/21/27

Point of Contact Person: Maria Camarena 209.667.3361 writingcenter@csustan.edu

Priority Application Deadline: 5/10/26. Applications received after this date will be considered based on learning support needs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree

Post-baccalaureate students in a graduate program must be registered in a minimum of four (4) Fall/Spring units.

Demonstrated writing competence in a variety of genres

Interest in learning more about how language in institutions, organizations, media, and disciplines affects inclusion and diversity

Knowledge of writing processes, audience and purpose, grammar, mechanics

Willingness to listen and ability to communicate ideas clearly

Commitment to helping others and demonstrated ability to work with a team

Inclusive, nonjudgmental, empathetic, patient, and friendly demeanor

Familiarity with Office 365, Google apps, Zoom, and the ability to learn additional software applications as needed

Ability to self‑assess and willingness to change based on the assessment (analyze, reflect, and adapt)

Punctual, reliable, and focused

Good academic standing

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: (No specific preferences listed)

HOW TO APPLY & DEADLINE (SUMMARY): Complete and submit a Writing Tutor Application, provide a 3‑5 page writing sample and one letter of recommendation or Faculty Recommendation Form, and include an available work schedule indicating required enrollment per the Student Employment Policies. Reappointment is possible based on budget and ongoing eligibility.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact:

Maria Camarena
209.667.3361
California State University, Stanislaus
One University Circle
Turlock, CA 95382
writingcenter@csustan.edu

To apply for this position, please click the "Apply Now" button on this page.

Individuals with disabling conditions who require accommodation during the recruitment process may contact the ADA Coordinator at (209) 667-3159.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. The CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. The CSU prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU‑related work outside California.

CLERY ACT DISCLOSURE Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the annual security report (ASR) is now available for viewing at https://www.csustan.edu/epc/clery-safety-reports.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CLEARANCE NOTICE The university requires a criminal and/or child abuse background check to be completed for many new employees. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in disqualification or withdrawal of the offer.

Advertised: Apr 13 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:

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