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Position Summary
Are you someone who enjoys helping others succeed, has strong communication skills, and has an exceptional eye for detail? Academic Support and Writing Services is seeking a student to serve as an Academic Support Peer Mentor & Proofreader, providing guidance and encouragement to fellow students while also offering proofreading support for academic writing.
In this role, you will help students navigate seminary resources, strengthen their academic success skills, and provide constructive feedback on written assignments. You will receive training for both peer mentoring and proofreading responsibilities and will work an average of eight hours per week during the academic year.
The hourly rate is $15.00 per hour.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Peer Mentoring
• Complete required training for the position including FERPA training
• Assist students with using Garrett platforms, including Canvas, myGETS, Garrett email, Microsoft Teams, and the Styberg Library website.
• Help students understand syllabi, assignments, and academic expectations.
• Reinforce expectations regarding class participation, engagement, and academic integrity.
• Answer student questions and connect students with appropriate campus and community resources.
• Encourage independent problem-solving and decision-making.
• Share strategies for effective study skills, organization, and time management.
• Provide support and encouragement to students as they adjust to seminary life.
Proofreading and Academic Support
• Monitor the designated proofreading email account and respond to student requests within 24 hours.
• Proofread student papers for grammar, punctuation, spelling, capitalization, formatting, and clarity.
• Identify citation errors and provide guidance using Turabian/Chicago style without editing or rewriting student work.
• Offer constructive feedback on organization, flow, and readability as appropriate.
• Refer students to additional academic resources or the supervisor when needed.
Documentation and Administrative Responsibilities
• Maintain accurate records of mentoring interactions and proofreading requests, including time spent, services provided, and any follow-up needed.
• Provide summary reports to the supervisor as requested.
• Participate in Academic Support events, workshops, and outreach activities as assigned.
• Complete other duties as assigned.
Additional Opportunities
Depending on institutional needs, the position may also include opportunities to:
• Support online and international students through virtual meetings, group sessions, and resource navigation.
• Serve as a conversation partner for multilingual students seeking additional English language practice.
• Participate in orientation programs, campus events, and community-building activities.
• Connect students with Northwestern University and Garrett resources as appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants should demonstrate:
• Completion of at least one year of part-time or full-time study at Garrett.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong proofreading, grammar, and editing skills.
• Familiarity with Turabian/Chicago citation style.
• Competence using Microsoft Word, Canvas, myGETS, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams, and the Styberg Library website.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Interest in supporting fellow students and fostering student success.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference may be given to applicants with:
• Experience mentoring, tutoring, teaching, or supporting peers.
• Experience working with international or multilingual students.
• Knowledge of academic writing conventions and documentation practices.
Application Process
To apply, please submit:
• A resume
• A brief writing sample (short paper or essay)
As part of the selection process, applicants who advance in the hiring process will complete a proofreading assessment to demonstrate their editing skills and attention to detail.
Application materials should be sent to student.support@garrett.edu. For full consideration, please apply by 5pm Monday, July 20.