TUTOR III (Student/Work Study)

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How to Apply

Application materials: The resume, cover letter and sample writing must be submitted as one document. (The system only allows one document to be uploaded; so please combine them.)

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter: Please address the following in your cover letter. 
    • Why do you want to be a tutor?
    • The Writing Center's mission is to be critical readers and listeners who provide helpful feedback to writers and speakers. Tell us about your tutoring philosophy. (What do you think are the most valuable interpersonal skills for tutoring? How would you provide feedback?)
    • What have been your writing and speaking experiences (presentations and public speaking)?
  • Sample Academic writing: Please include up to 5 pages of your academic writing

     

Summary

  • Tutor undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and staff from all disciplines with writing and speaking 
  • Tutor community members on writing and speaking 
  • Provide one-on-one and small group tutoring
  • Participate in professional development 
  • Tutor in-person and online
  • Assist the director and coordinator with Writing Center research and data collection
  • Help develop writing and tutoring support materials
  • Contribute to educational programs, such as classroom visits and workshops
  • Contribute to marketing: social media, marketing materials, and the website
  • Help with community engagement projects and tutoring
  • Mentor tutors in training
  • Assist with day to day front desk support:
    • answer phones
    • use the WC Online scheduling system
    • greet and assist clients
    • promote a positive, inclusive experience for clients and co-workers
  • Support and maintain daily writing center operations, and other duties as assigned
     

 


 

Who We Are

The Writing Center was established in 1971. The Marian E. Wright Writing Center is the oldest writing center in Michigan. We serve University of Michigan-Flint undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and staff, (and community members) from all disciplines with writing. We tutor all forms of academic writing, resumes, cover letters, presentations, and creative writing. Tutors are expected to be highly engaged, helpful readers who provide positive constructive feedback to writers during any stage of the writing process. Our services are designed to support students' growth as writers and reviewers of their own work--we believe this growth occurs paper by paper. Our Writing Center is committed to promoting and supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for students to learn and grow as writers and learners. 

Required Qualifications*

  • Must be currently enrolled at the University of Michigan-Flint
  • Must have completed or are currently enrolled in English 112 or its equivalent 
  • Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills: active listening, and ability to work positively and respectfully to create and promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment
  • Comfortable and able to tutor sensitive topics; and to do so in a respectful and confidential manner
  • Strong writing, research, communication, presentation, and public speaking skills
  • Ability to be self-motivated and work collaboratively in a diverse team environment; and to work independently when needed
  • Take initiative to learn about and help with writing center related projects during downtime 
  • Thrive in a growth oriented environment where on-going training and development is expected
  • Ability to work some hours off-site to help support community members at our Rough Draft Cafe community writing center

Desired Qualifications*

*Highly preferred:

  • Writing tutoring or writing center experience 
  • Public speaking experience

Additional Information

University of Michigan-Flint - Plan for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion


The University of Michigan-Flint's DEI plan can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/dei/?


The University of Michigan-Flint exhibits its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through enacting fair practices, policies, and procedures particularly in support of the equitable participation of the historically underserved. UM-Flint recognizes the value of diversity in our efforts to provide equitable access and opportunities to all regardless of individual identities in support of a climate where everyone feels a sense of belonging, community, and agency.


Diversity is a core value at University of Michigan-Flint. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. The University of Michigan-Flint seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning for the purpose of becoming global citizens in a connected world.
 

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.