Student Assistant (Up to 7 Positions) - Academic Support Services - Writing Centre - Student Experience Hub

Competition Number:
15S26
Position Type:
Student Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Academic Support Services - Writing Centre
Position:
Student Assistant (Up to 7 Positions)
Contract:
Hours of Work:
Up to 10 hours per week
Salary:

$17.00 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay

Term:

September 1, 2026 – August 31, 2027

The Writing Centre is looking for Student Assistants to work up to 10 hours per week during the 2026-2027 academic year, with time off during the exam periods. Shifts may include evening or weekend hours and both online and in-person tutoring. 

We are interested in students with strong critical thinking and writing skills from all disciplines including the arts, business, engineering, and the sciences. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Writing Centre Student Assistants primarily work one-on-one with undergraduate and graduate students, supporting them in their writing and basic research. Other duties may include the following:

  • Class visits, online or in-person, to promote the Writing Centre
  • Administrative tasks
  • Special writing initiatives
  • Attending training sessions and staff meetings throughout the year

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be a UPEI student
  • Strong writing and critical thinking skills, with a passion for writing
  • Preference will be given to applicants who have completed, or are in the process of completing, courses designated as writing-intensive
  • Applicants should also be in good academic standing at the time of applying and during their tenure as Student Assistants
  • Experience working with/ Understanding the needs of English as an Additional Language learners is an asset

Priority will be given to University of Prince Edward Island students in accordance with Recruitment, Selection, Hiring and Employment Policies and the Procedures manual.

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, hrofficer@upei.ca. Applications will not be accepted via email.

Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.

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