Asynchronous Peer Writing Specialist - S. Ceja [Work Study]

Start Date: 7/1/2026
End Date: 6/30/2027
Number of Positions: 12
Hours per Week: 10-20 weekly hours / per student
Weekends Required: No
Evenings Required: No

Supervisor: Sarah Ceja 

Alternate Supervisor: Wendy VanDellon

This position allows for remote work Yes/No: Yes

Percentage of time that could be remote (0-100%): 100%

Method to assess remote work: Asynchronous Peer Writing Specialists will be assessed on the quality of their written feedback to students and satisfactory completion of all employment facets of the position. Assessment is intended to support ongoing learning and development, and will take into account the following:

Consistent engagement with submissions in the queue and other assigned work
Quality, clarity, and timeliness of written asynchronous feedback provided to students
Ability to work independently and exhibit model student behavior
Cooperation and teamwork with supervisors, colleagues, and peers
Responsiveness to communication from team, and active communication with team when needed
Maintaining a consistent work schedule
Active engagement in professional development activities

To assess these metrics, Asynchronous Peer Writing Specialists will receive ongoing feedback during training and at least once during each academic term. Specialists will receive feedback from the coordinator at least once per term, with additional feedback potentially provided by fellow specialists as part of professional development practices.
In addition, Peer Writing Specialists will participate in at least one individual check-in meeting with the coordinator each term to discuss progress, standing, strengths, and areas for continued growth and development. At the conclusion of each semester, a holistic assessment will also be issued to inform specialists of overall performance.

Job Description

• Monitor the asynchronous cue and use Writing Support protocols learned in training to respond to student writing in a timely and appropriate fashion
  
• Attend and participate in regular staff meetings and stay current with required readings
  
• Participate in developing Writing Support resources and other support or representation options as assigned
  
• Check and respond to work-related emails in a timely fashion, and communicate absences with appropriate lead time
  
• Collaborate professionally with Writing Support Staff and fellow Peer Writing Specialists
  

Qualifications

• Asynchronous Peer Writing Specialists should be model students with a growth mindset and a strong desire to help their peers. While we can help you fine-tune specific skills for the job, a working knowledge of the writing process and how to identify and communicate constructive feedback to students is needed.

• As the work is fully remote and primarily asynchronous, individuals should demonstrate strong self-management and leadership skills, including the ability to independently manage an approved work schedule, complete responsibilities in a timely manner, and communicate proactively with supervisors regarding any questions or concerns.
• While student support occurs asynchronously, participation in synchronous team meetings, trainings, and professional development activities is an expectation of the role.

• Peer Writing Specialists should be able to represent Writing Support professionally in their interactions with students, staff, and faculty and contribute positively to a collaborative team environment.
• Familiarity with, or motivation to learn, documentation styles (e.g., APA, MLA) and writing center theory required.
• Finally, given the wide variety of students who use Writing Support services, the applicant must acknowledge and work to adapt into their practice Antioch University’s core values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
  

Does this position meet the definition of Community Service? Yes

How to Apply: Email listed supervisor with resume and cover letter/No additional documents required

Email: [email protected]

Position Type: Work Study

Department: Writing Support