Graduate Assistant; Language & Literature

Position Overview

Wayne State College is seeking a Graduate Assistant for the Language & Literature department. This appointment requires a total of 800 hours over the academic year, typically 25 hours per week during the academic year. The position offers a stipend of $12,300 for the 2026‑2027 academic year and a tuition waiver covering up to 18 credit hours per year, including the immediate summer session.

The appointment may be renewed after the first year.

• Make satisfactory progress in the graduate degree program, maintaining a GPA greater than 3.0.
• Teach undergraduate courses within the School of Arts and Humanities.
• Model a high level of character, self‑discipline, and integrity.

• Admission to Wayne State College graduate program of study.
• GPA greater than 3.0.

• Relevant experience or coursework in language and literature.

• Stipend of $12,300 for 2026‑2027.
• Tuition waiver up to 18 credit hours per academic year.
• Opportunity for renewal after the first year.

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Veteran preference applies.
• All application materials must be submitted through the applicant tracking system.
• Position is non‑union and FLSA exempt.
• Desired start date:
  August 2026.

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