Student Worker - Undergraduate Writing Consultant

Job Title: Student Worker - Undergraduate Writing Consultant Job Classification: Business Operations, Student Department: Center for Writing Excellence Hiring Manager: Sarah M. Davis Contact: [email protected] Work Schedule: Minimum 7hrs/week, maximum 20hrs/week, between 9am-7pm Desired Length of Employment: Spring/Ongoing Pay Rate: $10.50/hr Job Description: The Center for Writing Excellence (CWE) is looking for a diverse group of capable, high-achieving, and motivated undergraduate students from any major to work as an Undergraduate Writing Consultant. Our consultants work one-on-one with writers from every major, level, and language background on their writing. This position cultivates diverse communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills that employers and graduate programs consistently rank among the most valued competencies in any field. Students from all majors are encouraged to apply! You do not need to be an English major or a “perfect” writer. You just need to be curious, caring, and committed to helping others grow. Starting pay is $10.50/hour. Work schedules are built around your class schedule and availability. What Consultants Do:

• Work one-on-one with students at every stage of the writing process (brainstorming, researching, outlining, drafting, revising, and editing), offering support with argument, thesis, audience, purpose, evidence, organization, grammar, and style • Support writers from a wide range of disciplines and across genres, including research papers, essays, lab reports, proposals, resumes, and personal statements • Write session notes following each tutoring session and thoughtfully implement feedback to support your ongoing growth • Collaborate with directors on tasks, special projects, outreach, and presentations as needed • Engage actively in staff meetings, training sessions, and observations • Work in the CWE a minimum of 7 hours per week and a maximum of 20 hours per week, based on CWE needs

What We're Looking For

• The ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with others • A willingness to learn, grow, and adapt • Openness to different perspectives and experiences • Curiosity about writing and how people develop as writers • Professionalism (being on time, taking initiative, completing tasks, and communicating thoughtfully and respectfully)

How to Apply The application deadline is October 30, 2026. Submit through Ignite: A current resume with 2-3 references listed (at least 2 references should be work or school-related). Complete the Questionnaire: baylor.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9zAW1vcbxlq7qE6 Submit the following by in one PDF file to [email protected] with the subject line “UGC Consultant Application”: Writing Sample: An academic writing sample of 4-8 pages (an excerpt from a longer work is fine), written for a Baylor course. If you are a transfer student, we accept writing samples from other universities. Context statement: A 2-3 paragraph context statement that addresses the following: What was the assignment prompt or context for this piece? What was your composing and revision process? How might you revise this piece further if given the chance? Why did you choose this sample for this application? The writing sample and context statement are used to gain insight into applicants’ writing processes and thinking, not to assess how polished or "perfect" the writing may be. Timeline

• All application materials: Due by October 30, 2026 • Interviews: Selected candidates will be contacted in November for interviews. • Final Decisions: December 2026 • Job Begins: Spring 2027

Questions? Contact us at [email protected] or stop by the CWE on the second floor of Moody Library. Employer: Baylor University Work Location: Moody Library, 2nd floor West, One Bear Place #97148 Work Address:1312 S 3rd St, Waco, TX 76798