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Writing Center Consultant Positions

Are you an effective writer looking for a way to help others write better and to strengthen your writing skills?

Are you looking for work that will require and enhance your leadership and professional skills?

Are you willing to actively participate in continuous staff development to learn how to help students in all majors write more effectively?

If you answered “YES,” the Writing Center is looking for YOU! Apply now for a paid consulting position at the Writing Center!
Effective writing consultants want to:

  • Help students write more effectively in various disciplines and genres
  • Learn more through the study of writing center practice and theory

Who should apply?

Students—in any major who have successfully completed English W131 and W233 (or at least two equivalent writing-intensive college courses in terms of writing experience such as ENG-L202, POLS-Y205, SPAN-W300, or SOC-S260)

and

Full-time Faculty—who enjoy writing and working with writers and want to be of service to the campus community

How do I apply?

Read more about the consultant position. Complete an application and return it to Mary Arnold Schwartz, Coordinator of the Writing Center, Kettler Hall, Room G19 or Room G25. Applications are considered until two weeks before the start of fall and spring semesters. If you have any questions about the application process, please call or e-mail Mary at 260-481-6893 or schwartm@ipfw.edu.

To Those Writing Letters of Recommendation

Candidates for writing consultant positions are required to submit two letters of recommendation from IPFW faculty or staff members familiar with their writing and work habits. These letters should address, to the extent possible, the candidate's demonstrated a) writing competencies, b) competencies in providing appropriate peer response to writing and/or to working within a group, and c) work ethic. Letters of recommendation should be submitted to Mary Arnold Schwartz, Coordinator, via e-mail (preferred) at schwartm@ipfw.edu or hard copy.

Thank you for all your help in recommending outstanding writers with whom you would like your students to consult.

IPFW is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access University.