Student Assistant III – Writing Skills Peer Tutor
Applications are to be received by: 4:30 p.m. on August 31, 2026
Classification: Student Assistant III
Employee Group: PSAC
Job Title: Writing Skills Peer Tutor
Department: Student Services
Wage: $18.41 / hour
Hours of Work: To be determined (afternoons). 4-10 hours per week
Start Date: September 21, 2026
Number of Positions Available: 2
Length of Appointment: Sept 21, 2026 – April 9, 2027
Date Issued: August 13, 2026
Duties:
– Encourage and provide feedback to students in their writing endeavors
– Recognize and promote principles of good university-level writing
– Help students to understand the basic structures of essays and other written assignments
– Assist students in using citation styles such as APA, MLA, Chicago, and others
– and other relevant duties as assigned
Qualifications/Experience:
– Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proven essay-writing skills
– Available to attend training sessions (dates set collaboratively)
– Available to work 2-3 hour afternoon shifts in the library
– Comfortable working one-on-one or with small groups of students
– Minimum 2.5 GPA with a minimum of 30 credit hours of coursework completed
– Preference given to current Brandon University student; nearing completion of or completion of an undergraduate degree is required.
To Apply:
Please forward resume (CV), cover letter, and writing sample to
Dr. Joan Garbutt, Academic Skills Specialist (Writing), Email: garbuttj@brandonu.ca OR
Karen Skinner, Academic Skills Specialist (Writing), Email: skinnerk@brandonu.ca
Brandon University is committed to equity, welcomes diversity, and hires on the basis of merit. All qualified individuals who may contribute to the diversification of the University, especially women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, racialized persons, and persons of all sexual orientations and genders are encouraged to apply. Canadian citizens and permanent residents are given priority. Evidence of citizenship must be provided.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment. This starts with the hiring process. Should you require an accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, contact HR at hr@brandonu.ca. All information received related to an accommodation is kept confidential. To ensure this employment opportunity is accessible to all interested individuals, this posting is available in an alternate format upon request.