Undergraduate Tutor for University Writing Center, Summer 2025/AY Job at University of California, Merced, CA

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  • University of California
  • Merced, CA

Job Description

Position overview
Position title: Writing Consultant (Remedial Tutor) Salary range: See Table 20 for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $21.28 per hour. Percent time: 25 Anticipated start: Summer: June 23, 2025
Fall: August 16, 2025 Position duration: Academic year and summer session
Application Window

Open date: March 17, 2025

Most recent review date: Tuesday, Nov 25, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Saturday, Feb 28, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

The University Writing Center at UC Merced has the mission of promoting the value of writing across disciplines and outside of academia to support campus writers and enhance their approaches to writing.

Writing Consultants (Remedial Tutors) work closely with student peers to support their learning by engaging and encouraging students in a reflective writing process focused on revision as rethinking and reconsidering approaches to their work. The responsibilities of Writing Consultants include working closely with students to improve reading, analytical and critical thinking, and research writing. In addition, Writing Consultants are expected to work collaboratively on projects in support of the University Writing Center's mission (workshops, outreach events, social media, etc.).

Requirements of the position include:

  • Commitment to a fixed semester schedule
  • Participation in mandatory orientation/training prior to the start of instruction
  • Participation in mandatory bi-weekly staff meetings (Fridays, 3:00 - 4:30)
Qualifications
Basic qualifications
  • Completion (with a passing grade) of WRI 10: Reading & Composition (by end of Spring 2025).
  • Familiarity with the University Writing Center's mission and policies.
  • Effective communication skills with peers, faculty, and staff (both oral and written).
  • Ability to work independently and cooperatively.
  • Commitment to equity and inclusion, and serving the needs of a culturally, linguistically, and educationally diverse community.
Additional qualifications
  • Enrollment as a UC Merced Undergraduate student in Fall 2025.
Preferred qualifications
  • Bilingual or multilingual proficiency
  • Previous tutoring experience
  • Completion of/enrollment in WRI 110
Application Requirements
Document requirements
  • Cover Letter - In your cover letter, please express your interest in working at the University Writing Center, your expectations for this position, and any previous experiences and/or coursework that will help you grow as a Writing Consultant.

  • Resume/Curriculum Vitae - Please upload your most recently updated Resume/C.V. Make sure your class standing (first year, sophomore, etc.) and major are clearly noted. recently updated C.V.

  • Writing Sample - Please provide a recent example of your academic writing (minimum: 2 pages).

  • Authorization of Information Release - As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

    "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.

    Required Authorization of Information Release may be found here. Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application.

  • Fall 2025 Schedule - If you have your Fall 2025 schedule at the time of application, please upload a copy here. Not including a schedule will not impact how your application is reviewed.
    (Optional)

Reference requirements
  • 1 required (contact information only)

Please provide contact information for a professional or academic reference.

Apply link:

Help contact: egoldin@ucmerced.edu

About UC Merced

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.

Required Authorization of Information Release may be found here. Please complete, sign, and upload the required Authorization of Information Release to your application.

Candidates must possess valid authorization to work in the United States. UC Merced is not currently able to sponsor individuals residing outside the United States who would require a new H-1B visa for employment. Applicants who do not hold valid U.S. work authorization are presently ineligible for this position.

Additional links: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy, the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy, and APM 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment.

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses. Ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and recently designated as an R1 institution by Carnegie, UC Merced is committed to innovation and excellence in research. With over 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students ( UC Merced provides outstanding, inclusive educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. This includes the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs.

Job location
Merced, CA

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Summer work, H1b, Local area,

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