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2024-2025 OWRC Peer Writing Tutor Job Description (CLOSED)

Application Deadline: April 14th, 2024 — Applications are CLOSED

Department Description

The OWRC is an interdisciplinary writing and research center that aims to support UW students, staff, and faculty on their diverse writing and research projects through one-to-one tutoring sessions, group tutoring sessions, workshops, and other programs. We serve over 5,000 students in one-to-one writing appointments each academic year. Our tutors are undergraduate and graduate students from a wide range of academic fields, and we provide a rich learning environment for writers and tutors alike.

OWRC Peer Writing Tutor Job Description

Peer Tutors support writers’ ongoing writing and research development using a non-directive, conversational tutoring approach. They engage in reflective practice and empathetic listening, show respect for writers’ language choices and linguistic resources, and bring a willingness to learn and improve as a tutor. Tutoring is an intellectually and emotionally demanding position that requires high levels of initiative, responsibility, and critical thinking. This is an hourly, in-person (on campus) position.

Diversity Statement

As the largest writing center on the UW-Seattle campus, the OWRC recognizes and values the various language resources tutors and writers bring to the center. We seek to be proactive in foregrounding linguistic justice as a center through trainings, professional development opportunities, and ongoing revision of policies and support offerings, and we seek to create a culture of listening to and learning from historically marginalized voices and literacies. We expect all OWRC staff to demonstrate and model an appreciation for, sensitivity to, and respect for people from all backgrounds.

Job Duties

Participate fully in all preliminary and ongoing training sessions to develop theoretical and practical understanding of the OWRC’s mission and best tutoring practices. Please note: New tutors must be available for orientation and weekly training on Fridays from 3:30-5:00 pm for the duration of Fall Quarter 2024. This training is paid time.
Maintain a consistent weekly schedule for tutoring, arriving punctually and finding a substitute tutor for any shifts that must be missed.
Hold writer-focused, 45-minute one-to-one and group tutoring sessions.
Adopt OWRC’s non-directive, conversation-based tutoring philosophy.
Electronically document the work of each tutoring session or other OWRC activity.
Participate in monthly staff meetings, weekly professional development, and reflective writing led by OWRC professional staff and peer mentors.

Minimum Requirements

Enrollment, part or full-time (at least 6 credits for undergraduates), at the University of Washington during each quarter of employment, except Summer Quarter.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills, including commitment to the interests and goals of fellow learners.
Respect for others and dedication to an inclusive work environment.

Desired Qualifications

Experiences in communicating across a variety of languages, genres and/or different writing situations.
Previous tutoring, coaching, or mentoring experience, especially with diverse populations.
Ability to work with others to help them identify their strengths and difficulties as writers and researchers, prioritize their concerns, and successfully navigate complex strategies for working through those concerns.
Experience working with diverse or underrepresented students to support them in navigating institutional systems and achieving their articulated goals.

Learning Competencies

The OWRC provides student employees with a meaningful work experience. Some intended learning competencies that will be developed in the Peer Tutor role include:

Building and fostering collaborative relationships in a diverse workplace
Strengthening oral and written communication skills
Increased capacity for self-reflection and metacognition
Development of a broad range of learning, teaching, and writing strategies
Time management and the ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work

Supervision

This position will report to the Director of the OWRC and is supervised by the OWRC Program Manager and Administrative Assistant.

Job Hours

Tutors work a regular weekly schedule of one-to-one and group tutoring sessions, with shifts that comprise no more than 19.5 hours per week, based on terms of employment and employee availability. Undergraduate tutors must be available for a minimum of 9 hours per week, and graduate tutors must be available for a minimum of 6 hours per week. Work hours consist of peer tutoring, required training, staff meetings, and professional development and can vary based on weekly tutoring schedules. Some evening and weekend hours are required. Schedules are based upon workload, class schedule, and other academic responsibilities. Ideal candidates can give at least one Academic Year commitment.

Pay Rates for Academic Year 2023-2024

Undergraduate tutors are currently paid $19.97/hour and graduate tutors are currently paid $20.97/hour, but rates are subject to WA state laws and UW contracts.

Application Process

The application process includes two steps:

Step 1. Complete the online application form in Handshake (Job #8780558). If you are not yet a UW student, please email owrc@uw.edu.

Step 2. Submit the following materials listed below as one document:

A letter of application, addressing your reasons for interest in this position and how your past academic and professional experiences prepare you for OWRC tutoring.
A curriculum vitae (CV) or resume, indicating your range of academic, research, professional, and/or volunteer experience.
A writing sample of no more than five pages, double-spaced, in length (this may be a fragment of a longer text), which you feel demonstrates your success as a writer. All academic genres are welcome. Please include an introductory framing paragraph that describes the context (writing situation) in which you produced the piece and what you learned about yourself as a writer.

The above materials must be submitted electronically (combined as a single MS Word document or PDF). Applicants are welcome to bring materials in for writing center appointments prior to submission. Reserve your spot online on our sign up page.

Ours is a very competitive hiring process. We are looking for applicants with a genuine and demonstrated interest both in supporting the culture of writing on the UW-Seattle campus and in serving their peers.

Notes:

This job classification is governed by a negotiated labor contract and is subject to union shop provisions. For more information about union shop provisions, visit: http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/jobs/apl/union-info.html

The University of Washington is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206.543.6450 / 206.543.6452 (TTY) or dso@u.washington.edu.

2024-2025 OWRC Student Admin Assistant Job Description (CLOSED)

Application Deadline: April 14th, 2024 — Applications are CLOSED

Department Description

The Odegaard Writing & Research Center (OWRC) is an interdisciplinary writing and research center that aims to support UW students, staff, and faculty on their diverse writing and research projects through one-to-one tutoring sessions, group tutoring sessions, workshops, and other programs. We serve over 5,000 students in one-to-one writing appointments each academic year. Our tutors are undergraduate and graduate students from a wide range of academic fields, and we provide a rich learning environment for writers and tutors alike.

OWRC Student Admin Assistant Job Description

The Student Admin Assistant primarily assists with the day-to-day operations of the OWRC through office and programmatic support. They are the face of the OWRC, welcoming writers to the center, facilitating appointment transitions, and offering professional and friendly customer service. Additionally, the Student Admin Assistant will assist OWRC staff with projects that contribute to the growth and enhancement of OWRC programs. This is an hourly, in-person (on campus) position.

Please note: This is not a peer writing tutor position. It is an office support position. The Student Admin Assistant would work with a team of fellow Student Admin Assistants and make use of opportunities to learn about office administration, program and event planning, and writing center administration in a diverse workplace.

Diversity Statement

The OWRC serves students with a wide range of abilities and social, economic, cultural, ideological, racial, ethnic, gender, and linguistic identities. We value and honor diverse experiences and perspectives, strive to create a welcoming and respectful learning environment, and promote access, opportunity, and justice for all. We strive to support all writers–including tutors and staff– in writing and research development while achieving their personal and academic goals. We seek to be proactive in foregrounding linguistic justice as a center through trainings, professional development opportunities, and ongoing revision of policies and support offerings, and we seek to create a culture of listening to and learning from historically marginalized voices and literacies. We expect all OWRC staff to demonstrate and model an appreciation for, sensitivity to, and respect for people from all backgrounds.

Job Duties

Customer Service

Become familiar with OWRC programs, services, policies, and procedures; answer questions and assist UW community members and visitors as needed.
Check and reply to email and/or telephone inquiries in a friendly, professional manner; direct messages to the appropriate staff member or campus resource.
Ensure that OWRC spaces and workstations are kept tidy by vacuuming, sanitizing, and organizing.
Provide excellent customer service and professional representation of the OWRC to members of the UW community (students, faculty, staff) and visitors.

Office Support

Provide office support to OWRC staff. Examples include: complete data entry and various word processing tasks; create handouts and other materials; regularly stock physical resources (writer handouts; fliers); help maintain cleanliness of tutor lounge (including coffee/tea station); file, photocopy, scan, and shred documents; organize and maintain inventory of supplies and materials (including tutor lounge); pick up, deliver, and sort mail; run errands around campus; support appointment scheduling; update online appointment and scheduling platforms, social media accounts, and website.
Work independently and collaboratively on specific tasks or in assigned project areas.
Communicate with OWRC staff regarding project deadlines, delegation, and completion; ask for help from others and provide help to others as needed.

Program Support

Regularly communicate with the Administrative Assistant and fellow Student Admin Assistant team members to keep track of shared responsibilities and ongoing projects.
Participate in training to work with OWRC systems.
Help take meeting minutes as needed.
Assist with programs and events outreach.
Administrative opportunities also exist to collaborate with teams of OWRC peer tutors, Odegaard Undergraduate Library staff, and other UW faculty and staff to plan and participate in programs and events to enhance the teaching and learning of writing and research across the University.

Requirements & Qualifications

Enrollment, part or full-time (at least 6 credits for undergraduates; at least 2 credits for graduates), at the University of Washington during each quarter of employment, except Summer Quarter.
Respect for others and dedication to an inclusive work environment.
Curiosity and willingness to learn new skills.

Desired Qualifications

Ideal candidates would be able to commit to one Academic Year (September-June) at OWRC.

Supervision

This position will report to the Director of the OWRC and is supervised by the OWRC Program Manager and Administrative Assistant.

Job Hours

The Student Admin Assistant must be available to work a regular weekly schedule, between the hours of 9:00am and 7:30pm, Sunday-Friday, with shifts that comprise a weekly total of 10-19.5 hours per week, based on terms of employment and employee availability. Student Admin Assistants are asked to work a minimum of 10 hours a week. Work hours vary based on training, staff meetings, and outreach events; evening and weekend hours are required. Weekly team meeting attendance required; 1-2 weekly hours can be set aside for working on independent projects. Schedules are based upon workload, class schedule, and other academic responsibilities, as well as fellow team members’ availability.

Pay Rates for Academic Year 2023-24

Student Admin Assistants are currently paid $19.97/hour, but rates are subject to WA state laws and UW contracts.

Application Process

The application process includes two steps:

Step 1. Complete the online application form in Handshake (Job #8780550). If you are not yet a UW student, please email owrc@uw.edu.

Step 2. Submit the following materials listed below as one document:

A cover letter, explaining your interest and how your past academic and professional experiences prepare you for this position and why you are interested in working at the OWRC.
A resume, indicating your range of academic, research, professional, and/or volunteer experience.

Notes:

OWRC Peer Writing Tutor Position

Application Deadline: April 14th, 2024

The application process for the OWRC Peer Tutor position requires applicants to utilize the Handshake job portal. Learn how to create, update, and manage your Handshake account here.

The application process for the Peer Tutor position includes two steps:

Step 1. Complete the online application form in Handshake (Job #8780558). If you are not yet a UW student, please email owrc@uw.edu.

Step 2. Submit the following materials listed below as one document:

A letter of application, addressing your reasons for interest in this position and how your past academic and professional experiences prepare you for OWRC tutoring.
A curriculum vitae (CV) or resume, indicating your range of academic, research, professional, and/or volunteer experience.
A writing sample of no more than five pages, double-spaced, in length (this may be a fragment of a longer text), which you feel demonstrates your success as a writer. All academic genres are welcome. Please include an introductory framing paragraph that describes the context (writing situation) in which you produced the piece and a description of what you learned about yourself as a writer.

APPLY HERE

Student Admin Assistant

Application Deadline: April 14th, 2024

Step 1. Complete the online application form in Handshake (Job #8780550). If you are not yet a UW student, please email owrc@uw.edu.

Step 2. Submit the following materials listed below as one document:

A cover letter, explaining your interest and how your past academic and professional experiences prepare you for this position and why you are interested in working at the OWRC.
A resume, indicating your range of academic, research, professional, and/or volunteer experience.

APPLY HERE