BVC Peer Writing Coach Needed
Position Title: Peer Writing Coach
Term: Fall 2025
Number of Hours: Up to 20 hours per week.
The student will be paid $15 per hour.
Length of Position: 1 semester (with the possibility of continuing)
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
A Peer Writing Coach’s role is to work on specific questions (e.g., How can I improve my writing? What is subject-verb agreement? What are articles and where do I insert them in a sentence? What is a thesis? etc.) or parts of an assignment brought by the student. A Peer Writing Coach must commit to regularly scheduled shifts (minimum 2 hours per week) during which they will be physically located in the tutoring space inside the library, and willing to contribute to resource development if not booked by students. A Peer Writing Coach does not need to have prior knowledge of study or writing strategies, but they must be willing to learn new ones.
DUTIES:
As a Peer Writing Coach, you will need to:
· Successfully complete the online Peer Writing Coach training module
· Be available in person on the second floor of the Bow Valley College Library at the downtown Calgary campus for your regularly scheduled shifts
· Be aware of the use and function of APA-style documentation
REQUIRED SKILLS:
As a Peer Writing Coach, you must have the following general skills:
· Interpersonal skills, including strong communication, mentoring/ coaching skills, understanding of boundaries and confidentiality, and the ability to respond to students positively
· Time management skills, including reliability, punctuality, and ability to budget appointment time
· Strong technology skills including: use and troubleshooting of MS Teams, D2L, and resources available on the Bow Valley College website
COMMITMENT:
As a Peer Writing Coach, you must commit to:
· A regularly scheduled 2 hours per week (minimum) for Drop-in appointment times
· Supervisory meetings scheduled during your shift
QUALIFICATIONS:
· Interest in adding to your college experience by helping students develop their academic skills
· Good academic standing
· Ability to get a reference from an instructor which outlines your skills
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Interested? Have questions? Or you would like to apply?
Please email Josh Mackenzie: jmackenzie@bowvalleycollege.ca
Subject line: Peer Writing Coach position
