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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Instructional Student Assistants for the Department of Music. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with students through teaching, grading, and tutoring in various undergraduate music courses. Ideal candidates will be current students with a passion for music and a commitment to academic excellence. This position allows you to work closely with faculty and contribute to the learning experience of fellow students. Join a vibrant community where your contributions will make a significant impact on the academic journey of aspiring musicians. Apply now to seize this exciting opportunity!

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in teaching, grading, and tutoring undergraduate music courses.
• Provide grading assistance and tutoring for various music courses.

Skills

Teaching

Grading

Tutoring

Cooperation with faculty

Education

Admitted or registered as a CSU student

Completed coursework in relevant subjects

Job description

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

Apply now Job no: 545715
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 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: Music

Overview

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.

Outside of normal class hours, provide grading assistance for undergraduate music courses. Depending upon the needs of the instructor and course offerings, courses that may need graders include, but are not limited to: Music 102, 103, 104, 105, 301, 302, and 305.

During normal class hours and some regular hours outside of class, the Instructional Student Assistant (ISA) will provide tutoring for students enrolled in undergraduate music courses. Depending upon the needs of the instructor and course offerings, courses that may need tutors include, but are not limited to: Music 108, 109, 112, 113, 130, 218, 219, 330, 341, 342, 343, 344, 444.

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

JOB # 163: Music: Grader

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION: Applicants must have earned a grade of B- or better in the course to be graded.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Music majors with sophomore standing or higher are preferred.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION: Applicants must have earned a grade of B- or better in the course(s) in which they will tutor, or a more advanced course. Applicants must demonstrate knowledge in the area in which they will provide tutoring. Knowledge is typically demonstrated through earning a grade of B- or better in the course(s) in which they will tutor, or successful completion of a more advanced course.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Music majors with sophomore standing or higher are preferred.

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 Music, or Cal Poly Humboldt to:

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