Embedded Course Mentor – ENGL 1100
Pay Rate: $10.00/hour
Weekly Commitment: 6–8 hours
Start Date: Fall 2025 (with Zoom training during Summer 2025)
Position Overview
ENGL 1100 Embedded Course Mentors “ECM” are student leaders embedded within first-year composition courses to support new college students in their transition to college-level writing and academic expectations. Unlike traditional tutoring, peer mentoring is built on consistent, relational, and contextual support.
Peer Mentors attend class alongside their assigned section of ENGL 1100 and serve as accessible resources for students both during and outside of class. Through one-on-one or small group sessions, mentors help students manage assignments, apply writing concepts, reflect on academic progress, and develop effective writing habits.
This is a paid student position offering meaningful leadership and professional development opportunities while directly contributing to the success of your peers.
Key Responsibilities
- Attend one assigned section of ENGL 1100 regularly (2–3 class meetings per week)
- Hold weekly office hours to provide individual and small group academic support
- Assist students with brainstorming, drafting, revising, and organizing their work
- Guide students in building effective writing habits and academic confidence
- Communicate consistently with the course instructor and mentoring program staff
- Participate in required summer training and periodic check-ins during the semester
Required Qualifications
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Successfully completed ENGL 1100 and ENGL 1200 with a grade of B or higher
- Will be at least a sophomore in Fall 2025
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to:
- Facilitate group discussions
- Guide peers through peer review and writing development
- Offer feedback in a supportive, encouraging manner
- Available to attend the assigned ENGL 1100 course
- File a 2025-2026 FAFSA
- Able to commit to 6–8 hours of work per week
- Available to attend a Zoom training prior to the start of the Fall 2025 semester.
Essential Skills
- Strong interpersonal and listening skills
- Dependability and consistency in attendance and communication
- Ability to balance mentoring duties with academic responsibilities
- Awareness of diverse learning styles and backgrounds
- Willingness to collaborate with instructors and fellow mentors
- Comfortable with helping others reflect, plan, and improve their writing
Why Become an Embedded Course Mentor?
- Make a real difference in first-year students’ academic journey
- Develop leadership, communication, and mentoring skills
- Gain experience that looks great on a resume or graduate school application
- Receive paid training and ongoing support throughout the semester
To be eligible for this position, students must be available for at least one weekly course session, which will meet 2-3 times per week. This will be discussed during the interview.