Graduate Writing Fellow - Teaching English to Speakers of Languages; TESOL

Graduate Writing Fellow – Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

The Graduate Writing Fellow (GWF) will work 10 hours per week and receive up to 15 credits of tuition and student fee waivers (6 in fall, 6 in spring, and 3 in summer).

As a Graduate Writing Fellow, you will serve as a dedicated academic support resource, working 10 hours weekly to enhance the writing skills and academic success of graduate students across all academic programs at BSU.

• Provide tailored writing assistance to students both inside and outside your academic program to foster their development in composition and scholarly communication.
• Work at least 2 of the 10 weekly hours on campus in the College of Graduate Studies, Lifelong Learning Lounge (Hart 118), or other approved location.
• Assist students with writing projects through in‑person consultations, email correspondence, phone calls, and virtual platforms such as Skype or Face Time.
• Contribute to students’ writing development through workshops, newsletters, writing tips, Blackboard posts, and classroom visits.
• Plan and deliver a minimum of two writing‑focused workshops each semester, targeted to your program or offered university‑wide.
• Attend mandatory monthly group meetings.
• Attend the Graduate Fellowship Orientation in September.
• Participate in the spring Student Arts and Research Symposium, a requirement for all graduate assistants and fellows.
• Participate in training sessions and professional development opportunities to continuously refine writing skills to guide students in academic writing.
• Track hours and services provided, and complete brief reports as needed.

• Enrolled in at least 6 graduate credits each fall and spring semester.
• Strong academic and professional writing skills with the ability to write clearly and coherently.
• Effective communication skills with diverse student populations in one‑on‑one and group settings, both in person and virtually.
• Ability to provide writing support across a variety of academic programs, or willingness to learn and adapt as needed.
• Willingness to collaborate closely with other Graduate Fellows, faculty, and staff, and contribute to a supportive academic community.
• Knowledge of specific writing style guides (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.).
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

Applicants must submit a writing sample that demonstrates proficiency in composition and scholarly communication.

Hourly Rate: $15 per hour

Benefits: Up to 15 credit hours of tuition and student fee waivers (6 in fall, 6 in spring, 3 in summer).

Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.