Instructional Student Assistant Pool in Department of Computer Science (Academic Year 25/26)

The California State University; Humboldt (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established academic institution is seeking Instructional Student Assistants for the upcoming academic year. This role involves providing essential support in teaching, grading, and tutoring across various computer science courses. Ideal candidates will have completed relevant coursework and possess a strong understanding of the material. With flexible hours up to 20 per week, this position is perfect for students looking to gain valuable experience while contributing to the academic success of their peers. Join a dynamic team and make a difference in the educational journey of fellow students!

Qualifications

• Ability to learn and perform assigned work effectively.
• Cooperate with faculty, staff, and students.

Responsibilities

• Assist in teaching, grading, and tutoring duties.
• Support faculty in courses like CS 111, 112, and 211.

Skills

Teaching

Grading

Tutoring

Computer Applications Knowledge

Cooperation

Education

Completion of relevant coursework

Enrollment as a CSU student

Job description

Instructional Student Assistant Pool in Department of Computer Science (Academic Year 25/26)

Apply now Job no: 546369
Work type: Instructional Student Assistant
Location: Humboldt
Categories: Unit 11 - UAW - California Alliance of Academic Student Workers, Temporary, Time Varies

Position Type: Instructional Student Assistant

Term of Appointment: Academic Year 2025/2026 (Fall or Spring, or both)

Hours of Appointment: up to 20 hours per week

Pay Rate: $17.86/hour

Positions Available: Multiple

Department: Computer Science

Under supervision, Instructional Student Assistants (ISAs) in this classification perform teaching, grading and/or tutoring duties for the majority of work hours in a given appointment in a given academic department or equivalent administrative unit over the course of an academic term. The work may be performed on-campus or at an off-campus public agency or private non-profit organization under an agreement with a campus in the CSU system.

Students applying for ISA positions must be admitted or registered as a CSU student. Academic Student Employees may not concurrently hold a faculty or staff position. Students with assignments in more than one student classification (i.e., Teaching Associate, Graduate Assistant, and Student Assistant) are restricted to working a maximum of 20 hours per week during the academic year and up to full-time during academic break periods. The 20 hour per week maximum includes hours worked in all positions.

Provide assistance in grading or tutoring students to the faculty member responsible for a given course. Courses which may need an Instructional Student Assistant include, but are not limited to: CS 111, 112, and 211.

Minimum Qualifications for this Classification

Knowledge and Abilities: Instructional Student Assistants must possess the ability to learn and perform assigned work; work cooperatively with faculty, staff, and other students; and accept responsibility. Completion of specific coursework may be required in order to teach, grade or tutor a course.

Special Qualifications: Admission or registration as a Humboldt student is required. On-Campus or Off-Campus Work-Study Instructional Student Assistants must meet the eligibility requirements of the Federal Work-Study Program, as determined by the campus' financial aid office.

Note: Exceptions to the minimum eligibility qualifications may be granted at the sole discretion of Cal Poly Humboldt.

Department Hiring Criteria

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION: Applicants should have successfully completed the course in which they will be assisting, and/or have knowledge of the material and computer applications used in the course (if applicable).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Current Cal Poly Humboldt Computer Science majors and Environmental Systems graduate students will be given preference.

How to Apply and Contact Information

Please submit the following application materials via CHRS Recruiting (PageUp):

• Letter of Application/Cover Letter;
• Resume/CV;
• Application for Employment (complete in CHRS Recruiting - PageUp); and

Please direct any questions pertaining to this position, the Department of Computer Science or Cal Poly Humboldt to:

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Availability of positions is contingent upon departmental need. Early response is encouraged.

Notice: It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide complete and accurate employment information. A background check must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position that is designated as sensitive under CSU guidelines. The background check will include, at a minimum, a criminal records check. Certain positions may also require a credit check, motor vehicle report, and/or fingerprinting through Live Scan service. Adverse findings from a background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU student workers who apply for the position. All CSU employees are obligated to respond to and report incidents of sexual harassment and sexual violence. The successful candidate for this position will be mandated to receive relevant training on an annual basis. The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Cal Poly Humboldt is a Title IX/Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. If accommodations need to be made during the recruitment and interview process, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail]

Advertised: Apr 01 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Mar 22 2026 Pacific Daylight Time