Job title: Work-Study Graduate Writing Consultant (Tutor)
Company: University of North Texas
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Posting Title Work-Study Graduate Writing Consultant (Tutor)
Department DAL-Learning Commons-513000
Job Location Dallas
Full Time/Part Time Part-Time
Pay Rate $12.00/hr
Salary Information
Department Summary
The UNT Dallas Learning Commons offers tutorial assistance in writing and STEM to students who need supplemental academic support. The Graduate Consultant serves as an important team member in the Learning Commons. He/she works under the supervision of the administrative staff 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 Graduate Consultant also performs some clerical work and assists the professional staff with resource development and other special projects.
Position Summary
The Graduate 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, including graduate students and more advanced student writers.
- 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 the Learning Commons 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 Learning Commons.
- 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 qualify for work-study eligibility (determined by Financial aid)
- Must be a currently enrolled University of North Texas at Dallas student making satisfactory progress toward completion of a master's degree program.
- Have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
- 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 Director at
- 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
- Prior tutoring experience 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, Writing, Talk or Hear, Ability to communicate
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number Stu410HP
Position End Date (if temporary)
Special Instructions to Applicants
- Complete online application through UNT Dallas HR website:
- 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
Quicklink for Posting
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * * Are you a currently enrolled UNT Dallas student making satisfactory progress toward a graduate level degree?
- Yes
- No
- * Please describe your ability to assist graduate students and advanced student writers with their writing skills.
(Open Ended Question)
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents * Resume
- Transcripts
- Example of Professional Writing
Optional Documents * Cover Letter
Expected salary: $12 per hour
Location: Dallas, TX
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