Temporary Writing Center Tutor

Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Worcester, MA

JOB TITLE
Temporary Writing Center Tutor

LOCATION
Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME
Humanities & Arts - JM

DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The Humanities & Arts Department at WPI is seeking to hire a temporary tutor to assist graduate students (and occasionally undergraduates) in developing their writing skills by providing constructive feedback on the structure, argumentation, and clarity of student compositions.

This is an on-site part-time 5 -10 hour per week position with a pay rate of $22 per hour.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities include:
  • Holding consultations with students (both with individuals and with small groups)
  • Attending monthly staff meetings
  • Assisting with outreach across campus


Requirements include:

  • Candidates must demonstrate strong writing ability and listening skills.
  • Familiarity with academic genres in both the humanities and the sciences is preferred.
  • Applicants must have a graduate degree or be currently enrolled in a graduate program to qualify.


To apply: Please submit a resume and any supporting documents you would like reviewed.

FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Non-Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.

To apply, visit:

About WPI
WPI is a vibrant, active, and diverse community of extraordinary students, world-renowned faculty, and state of the art research facilities. At WPI, we have competitive and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, long-term care, retirement, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, work-life balance and much more.

Diversity & Inclusion at WPI
WPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected; a place where every student, faculty and staff member can be themselves, so that they can study, live, and work comfortably, to reach their full potential, and make meaningful contributions in order to meet departmental and institutional goals. WPI thrives on innovative practice and welcomes diverse perspectives, insight, and people from diverse lived experiences, to enhance the community environment and propel the institution to the next level in a competitive, global marketplace.

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Posted 2025-08-28

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