Thank you for your interest in joining the SLC Writing Program!Please expand below to explore opportunities available and submit an application to join us today.
Writing Tutor Application
Qualifications, Requirements, & Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
- MUST be available in-person
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- No more than two “Incomplete” grades
- Not on academic probation
- Must have fulfilled R&C requirement(link is external)
- Satisfactory completion of application
Preferred Qualifications
- Passion for writing and the learning process
- Desire to grow as a writer and budding professional
- Strong interest in collaborative learning models
- Strong interest in serving the writing community at Cal
- Willingness to engage in reflective practice
- Experience working with peers from diverse backgrounds and learning styles
- Strong understanding of US college writing conventions
Program Requirements for Selected Candidates
- Attend an in-person weekly seminar, scheduled for Wednesdays 4-6PM and starting second week of instruction
- Commit to 0-10 hours per week (may increase during midterm/paper seasons)
*Note: Students may not be employed by the University more than 50% time during the fall or spring semester in any combination of titles. Students may work up to 100% time during the summer and during the winter break.
Responsibilities
- Attend weekly seminar
- Prepare for weekly seminar
- Provide individual and/or group tutoring
- Foster an inclusive and welcoming learning environment
- Perform other tasks as assigned: Observations of the services, meeting with more experienced tutors, work performance conference(s), event planning/coordination, data entry, workshop facilitation and preparation, presentations, and support for professional staff, as needed
Download the Fall 2025 New Tutor Flyer!
Application Procedure
Materials Required
- General Applicant Information
- Short responses
- Program-specific supplemental material: An academic writing sample from a university-level course or equivalent (research paper preferred)
- Current academic transcript (unofficial accepted); please include verification that you satisified the R&C Requirement (i.e. Academic Progress Report)
- Faculty/Advisor Recommendation Form (must be submitted by the end of the third week of instruction or your first day of work, whichever comes first)
Process
- Submit a separate application for each position and each program
- Request a faculty/advisor recommendation for each position and each program (must be submitted by the first day of service)
- Candidates who submit a complete application and who satisfy the minimum qualifications and program requirements will be invited for an interview
- Candidates are notified of the results of their applications in writing within three weeks of their interviews
Deadline
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.
Apply
- Writing Tutor Application(link is external) (bMail log-in required; Please read carefully)
- Faculty/Advisor Recommendation Form(link is external) (must be submitted by the end of the third week of instruction or your first day of work, whichever comes first)
Application Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until all tutor positions are filled.
Upcoming Review Dates: 4/22, 4/28, 5/2, & 5/8. Priority goes to applications received by 5/2.
Application Inquiries
Email: slcwritingprg@berkeley.edu(link sends e-mail)
For additional information about SLC positions, visit here
Program Ambassador Application
Qualifications, Requirements, & Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
- MUST have work study
- MUST be available in-person
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both verbally and in writing
- Strong enthusiasm for engaging with peers
- Experience working with peers and staff from diverse backgrounds and learning styles
- Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and sense of responsibility
- Experience using Google Suite, especially Google Documents & Sheets
- Satisfactory completion of application
Preferred Qualifications
- Has supported the SLC Writing Program as a tutor (Not required)
- Knowledge of the writing requirements and expectations at Cal
- Strong interest in serving the writing community at Cal
- Strong interest in representing the Student Learning Center
Responsibilities
- Foster a warm, welcoming, and inclusive environment for writers and visitors in the in-person & virtual Vèvè Writing Lounge
- Greet and guide writers through the sign-in process and to the appropriate service/session
- Support with virtual or in-person Vèvè Writing Lounge management during service hours: Set-up/Breakdown, attend to service/tutor related questions & concerns for lounge visitors, assist in keeping lounge accessible and organized, & take note of trends/patterns with writers & tutors
- Prepare for and attend weekly team meetings, starting week 2 of instruction.
- Perform other administrative tasks as needed, including but not limited to: assisting with usage data maintenance, social media maintenance, outreach roster/listserv maintenance, program drive maintenance, program resource maintenance, and providing support to program professional staff, as needed
Important Note: This is NOT a tutoring position. If you are interested in applying to be a tutor, we encourage you to review the New Tutor position section.
Requirements for Selected Candidates
- Must be able to commit to a minimum of 10 hours/week, between the hours of 11AM-8PM, Sunday-Friday
- Spring 2025: Must be available and in-person, January 27-May 16.
Compensation
- All positions start at $20.53/hour
*Note: Students may not be employed by the University more than 50% time during the fall or spring semester in any combination of titles. Students may work up to 100% time during the summer and during the winter break.
Download the Spring 2025 Program Ambassador Flyer here!
Apply
Program Ambassador Application Materials
- Program Ambassador Application(link is external) (bMail log-in required)
*Note: Candidates with at least one semester of experience in the SLC Writing Program have priority consideration for these positions.
Application Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.
Upcoming Review Date: 1/22
Application Inquiries
Email: slcwritingprg@berkeley.edu(link sends e-mail)
For additional information about SLC positions, visit here.
Peer Coordinator Application
Qualifications, Requirements, & Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
- Have at least one semester of experience in the SLC Writing Program
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbally and in writing
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Proficient in using Google Suite, especially Google Documents & Sheets
- Passion for writing and the learning process
- Strong interest in serving the writing community at Cal
- Strong understanding of US college writing conventions
- Desire to grow as a writer and budding professional
- Takes initiative and welcomes constructive feedback
- Willingness to engage in reflective practice
- Experience working with peers from diverse backgrounds and learning styles
- Attentive to detail
Preferred Qualifications
- Team player with strong collaborative skills
- Strong public speaking skills
- Strong creative/artistic skills
- Proficiency in Canva and/or Photoshop
Responsibilities
- Assist with data compilation and organization
- Assist in creating and distributing (some) Social Media materials
- Assist in event planning/coordination
- Assist with daily, direct service coordination and maintenance
- Assist in tutor recruitment and hiring, as needed
- Assist with workshop facilitation, as needed
- Attend team meetings and training seminars, as needed
- Coordinate and facilitate Weekly Orientations and class announcements
- Meet with student writers one-to-one and/or in groups, as needed
- Provide additional support to professional staff, as needed
Requirements for Selected Candidates
- Must be able to attend weekly training seminar
- New Tutor: Wednesdays 5-7PM
- Continuing Tutor*: Thursday 5-7PM
- Advanced Tutor**: Fridays, 12-1PM
- Must be able to commit 35-40 hours/week, primarily Monday-Friday 10AM-7PM
Note: Students may not be employed by the University more than 50% time during the fall or spring semester in any combination of titles. Students may work up to 100% time during the summer and during the winter break.
*Continuing Tutors (CTs) have one semester of experience in the Writing Program and attend CT seminar.
**Advanced Tutors (ATs) have two or more semesters of experience in the Writing Program and attend AT seminar.
Apply
Peer Coordinator Application Materials
- Peer Coordinator Application (bMail log-in required)
Application Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until position is filled.
Upcoming review dates: We are not currently hiring for this position at this time. Please check out positions listed above if you're interested in joining the team.
Application Inquiries
Email: slcwritingprg@berkeley.edu(link sends e-mail)
Phone: 510-643-9908
For additional information about SLC positions, visit here.