Instructional Student Assistant Pool in Department of English (Academic Year 26/27)

Humboldt State University; Arcata (CA); On-site; USD 24,603; Part time

Job summary

A public university in California seeks Instructional Student Assistants to support students in English courses during the 2026/2027 academic year. Responsibilities include teaching, grading, and tutoring while collaborating with faculty. Applicants must be enrolled students and have completed specific coursework. This position allows for flexible hours up to 20 per week and offers a pay rate of $17.86/hour. Preference given to English majors, especially those with tutoring experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and abilities to learn and perform assigned work and work cooperatively.
• Completion of ENGL 102/103, ENGL 104 or equivalent writing course with a grade of B or better.

Responsibilities

• Perform teaching, grading and/or tutoring duties as Instructional Student Assistants.
• Assist with research strategies, writing, and course material for English courses.

Job description

Instructional Student Assistant Pool in Department of English (Academic Year 26/27)

Apply now Job no: 556844
Work type: Instructional Student Assistant
Location: Humboldt
Categories: Unit 11 - UAW - California Alliance of Academic Student Workers, Temporary, Time Varies

Vacancy Announcement

Position Type: Instructional Student Assistant

Term of Appointment: Academic Year 2026/2027 (Fall or Spring, or both)

Hours of Appointment: up to 20 hours per week

Pay Rate: $17.86/hour

Positions Available: Multiple

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.

Instructional Student Assistants (ISAs) work with English faculty to provide support to students in English courses. ISAs work one‑on‑one, or in small groups to assist students with research strategies, writing, and course material. ISAs collaborate with faculty to meet the needs of the students in their classes. Additional position responsibilities may include grading and other forms of instructional support.

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 an 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: Completion of ENGL 102/103, ENGL 104 or equivalent writing course that meets Cal Poly Humboldt’s GE Written Communication requirement with a grade of B or better.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Currently enrolled undergraduate English majors or graduate students in the M.A. English program will be given preference for the position.

Students who have taken English 450 (Tutoring Developing Writers) or who have tutoring experience in reading, facilitating discussion, and/or writing are encouraged to apply. Applicants who have demonstrated understanding of antiracist and inclusive classroom practices are encouraged to apply.

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);
• Current Unofficial Transcripts; and
• Class Schedule or Schedule of Availability for Semester.

Availability of these positions are contingent upon departmental need and budget. Early response is encouraged.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Availability of these positions are contingent upon departmental need and budget. 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]

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Advertised: 01 Apr 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: 14 Mar 2027 Pacific Daylight Time