Interface Education Services

Role Description We are seeking a part-time Writing Coach to work with students in one-on-one and small-group settings. You will support personal essays and application writing for colleges, summer programs, honors programs, and scholarships. You will implement the Interface Writing Curriculum while adapting it to individual students. This role reports to the Associate Director of Writing Programs and works in coordination with college counselors. Candidates must be based in California. Bay Area applicants are preferred. The role is remote with flexible scheduling, with required availability during afternoons, evenings, and weekends in peak admissions season. What the Work Involves - Coach students through drafting and revising personal essays and short-form application writing - Lead one-on-one and small-group writing sessions - Teach creative nonfiction fundamentals including structure, voice, and narrative focus - Apply the Interface Writing Curriculum in structured sessions - Review and edit student drafts across multiple revision cycles - Coordinate with college counselors and internal teams on student progress - Support selected student writing for publication opportunities - Participate in training sessions and staff meetings Qualifications - Experience as both a writer and a writing instructor or coach - Comfortable working closely with students on early-stage, unpolished writing - Able to guide students without over-writing their voice - Comfortable with ambiguity in drafts and skilled in moving students toward clarity through questions, structure, and feedback Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in creative writing or related field (required) - MA, MFA, or PhD preferred - 3–5+ years of experience in writing instruction, tutoring, or coaching - Experience with college essay writing or creative nonfiction - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Comfort working with English language learners and diverse student populations Additional Commitments - One annual in-person Interface Education Services meeting - One to two in-person writing workshops per year - Occasional virtual workshops - Monthly or bi-monthly staff meetings How to Apply Please APPLY HERE and send: - Resume - Brief statement of interest - Writing sample reflecting your voice