The Writing Center is hiring!
Writing
Center Application Form
Applications are due Monday, October 19 at 4:00pm.
Our consultants go through a rigorous training process to ensure they
are prepared to help students meet the high standards of writing at
Colorado College. We hire consultants once a year starting in Block
2. Once hired, students begin their training with the half-block course
GS300: Theory & Practice of Peer Tutoring and continue
with a spring semester extended format course GS395: Peer Tutoring
Practicum. Actual employment usually begins in the spring semester
or the following fall.
We look for students who can:
- Communicate well
- Analyze arguments
- Demonstrate a familiarity with various types of writing projects
- Know and explain basic rules of standard written English
Eligibility:
Students in good academic standing are eligible to apply. The
only students who are asked not to apply are seniors, as they will
graduate prior to being eligible for work.
Peer Tutoring in Writing Courses:
- GS300: Theory and Practice of Peer Tutoring
This course has two purposes: (1) to delve into the complex
processes involved in writing and talking about writing; and (2)
to prepare students to work as
writing consultants in the Colorado College Writing Center.
Key course themes include the theory and practice of writing, the
theory and practice of tutoring, critical thinking, self-awareness,
and team-building. Students will have the opportunity to discuss
and apply theories to specific tutoring situations, role play, solve
problems in groups, and practice tutoring. Interested students must
apply during second block for participation in the class. The course
is held annually during half block. ½ unit; Pass/Fail
only; COI required; Instructor: Tracy
Santa.
- GS395: Peer Tutoring Practicum
Building on GS 300: Theory and Practice of Peer Tutoring, the practicum
serves as a structured apprenticeship through which tutors can apply
their theoretical knowledge to practical situations. The course
includes collaborating with experienced tutors, practicing tutoring,
and reviewing videotaped practice sessions. The course also requires
a reflection journal and a theory-into-practice project. This course
is mandatory for students who wish to become Writing Center consultants.
½ unit; Pass/Fail only; GS 300 or
COI; Instructor: Tracy Santa.
Contact the Coordinator of Advising and Tutoring Services, Janelle Dozar,
at 389-6742 or at janelle.dozar@coloradocollege.edu for more information.
