Summary

Who we are statement: 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 sometimes community members) from all disciplines with writing. We tutor all forms of academic writing, resumes, cover letters, presentations, public speaking, 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 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, speakers, and learners. 

Job Summary

• Tutor undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and staff from all disciplines with writing and speaking 

• Provide one-on-one and small group tutoring

• Participate in professional development 

• Tutor online and in-person

• Assist the director and coordinator with Writing Center research and data collection

• Help develop writing and tutoring support materials

• Contribute to educational programs, including 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 experience for clients and co-workers

• Support and maintain daily writing center operations, and other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications*

To apply: A cover letter, resume, and a sample of your academic writing (up to 5 pages of academic writing) must be included and uploaded as one document. 

Required Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled at the University of Michigan-Flint

• Must have completed or currently enrolled in English 112 or its equivalent 

• Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills: ability to work positively and respectfully to create and promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment 

• Strong writing, research, communication, presentation, and public speaking skills

• Ability to be self-motivated and work collaboratively in a diverse team environment

• Thrive in a growth oriented environment where on-going training and development is expected

Qualifications highly preferred: 

• Writing tutoring or writing center experience 

• Public speaking experience 

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.

U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

COVID-19 vaccinations, including one booster when eligible, are required for all University of Michigan students, faculty and staff across all campuses, including Michigan Medicine.  This includes those working remotely and temporary workers.   More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response website or the UM-Dearborn and UM-Flint websites.