Learning Center - Instructional Student Assistant (Academic Year 2026-27)

Humboldt State University; Arcata (CA); Sur place; USD 20 298 - 28 909; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible hours

Professional development opportunities

Résumé du poste

A California public university is looking for Instructional Student Assistants for the 2026-27 academic year. Candidates will provide teaching, grading, and tutoring support in various subject areas. Successful applicants must be current students at CSU and exhibit strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse student needs. Positions require up to 20 hours of work per week, with a pay rate of $17.86 per hour. Applications will be accepted until March 14, 2027.

Qualifications

• Must be admitted or registered as a CSU student.
• Experience in tutoring or teaching preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty and staff.

Responsabilités

• Assist in teaching and grading students.
• Provide academic coaching and tutoring.
• Conduct workshops and mentoring sessions.

Connaissances

Communication Skills

Teaching Ability

Time Management

Formation

Current student at CSU

Good academic standing

Description du poste

Learning Center - Instructional Student Assistant (Academic Year 2026-27)

Apply now Job no: 555332 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 2026/27 (Fall or Spring, or both)

Hours of Appointment: up to 20 hours per week

Pay Rate: $17.86/hour

Positions Available: Multiple

Department: The Learning Center

Under supervision, Instructional Student Assistants (ISAs) perform teaching, grading and/or tutoring duties for the majority of work hours in the academic term. 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 maximum includes hours worked in all positions.

Academic Peer Coach

Provide academic coaching to Cal Poly Humboldt students on an individual basis to address topics including goal setting, time management, planning, encouraging student/faculty relationships, study strategies, and navigating campus resources. Assist the coordinator with outreach initiatives, presentations, and creating program materials. Additionally, academic coaches may mentor new coaches. Other duties include greeting students, scheduling, data entry, writing session notes, conducting outreach campaigns, and informing the supervisor of shift changes or other problems encountered.

Regular, paid meetings are mandatory. All academic coaches must attend Learning Center‑wide trainings. Academic coaches will be evaluated through supervisor observations. Coaching sessions may be audio/video recorded for training and/or program assessment purposes.

Writing Consultant (ISA)

ISAs will serve as Writing Consultants and work primarily in the Writing Studio. They work one‑to‑one, in small groups, and/or online with students on academic writing, revising, and editing in any subject area. ISAs help students identify areas for revision and assist their efforts to strengthen the overall paper, rather than proof‑reading or making changes for the student.

ISAs may also present writing workshops to peers and/or perform classroom outreach. They may mentor new ISAs. New and returning consultants are required to attend and complete asynchronous, Zoom, and/or in‑person training both before the semester begins and during the semester. Other ISA responsibilities include greeting students, scheduling, data entry, opening/closing Studio, writing post‑session notes, and informing supervisor of shift changes or problems encountered. Duties that enhance Studio operations may also be assigned. Regular, paid meetings are mandatory. ISAs will be evaluated through supervisor observations and Writing Studio user feedback forms. Writing Studio sessions may be audio/video recorded for training and/or program assessment purposes.

Supplemental Instruction (SI) Leader

Supplemental Instruction leaders will lead a minimum of two, 50‑minute peer‑facilitated sessions per week for the assigned course designed to help participants develop course‑specific academic and study skills. They share strategies to be successful in the course; answer questions about lecture and reading topics; conduct review activities; give practice quizzes; keep track of attendance and produce attendance reports.

Responsibilities include writing lesson plans for each session that use active learning strategies and posting these plans to the SI share drive, and regularly communicating with the designated faculty. Attend 1‑3 days of pre‑semester training and 7‑9 meetings/trainings during the semester. SI leaders will schedule follow‑up meetings with supervisor after observations, observe another leader leading their session, conduct review sessions—two of which are open to the whole class.

Leaders will meet with supervisor to discuss performance and returning leaders will “showcase” a successful activity in pre‑semester training. There may be 1‑3 hours of required reading on effective pedagogical strategies. Embedded Math/Stats SI leaders attend the core class twice a week, do an activity once a week in class, and hold two hours of study/tutoring sessions.

Tutor

Learning Center tutors are hired to tutor specific subjects, online or in person, and host weekly tutoring hours. Tutors assist students in finding their own answers to questions and help them learn methods to solve problems independently. They help students grasp the content of challenging classes and master the skills necessary to become successful learners.

Tutors also review the Tutor Handbook, mentor new tutors, make referrals when appropriate, and ensure students sign in/out of the Learning Center properly. Additional responsibilities include lab maintenance duties, securing equipment, and maintaining regular communication via email with their supervisor about changes or problems. As assigned, tutors may attend course or lab classes for the subjects they tutor and communicate with course instructor(s) to share information about the student experience and student needs, and prepare and coordinate activities to meet instructor expectations.

Special projects may include collaborating with specific professors to assist with in‑class activities, creating and/or conducting presentations, creating and posting Canvas or social media content to promote tutoring, and tracking tutoring techniques used in the lab. Work duties also include attending paid trainings, including a pre‑semester training, a mid‑semester Saturday training, and up to seven additional one‑hour trainings held over the course of the semester.

Advanced ISA Roles

Based on demonstrated experience and supervisor recommendation, select well‑qualified Learning Center student staff may be appointed as Advanced ISAs in their areas and assigned additional responsibilities.

The additional duties may include:

• Planning and facilitating staff training and meetings
• Developing specialized materials for Learning Center use
• Completing peer observations and mentoring student staff
• Completing special assessment or program development projects related to Learning Center services
• Performing other duties as assigned

Advanced ISA assignments remain within the scope of the Learning Center programming and do not include instructional responsibilities beyond the ISA classification standards. Compensation for these Advanced ISA roles reflects these expanded responsibilities.

Applicants may indicate interest in Advanced opportunities during the application process; however, ISA appointments are determined based on demonstrated experience, supervisor recommendation, and operational needs.

Minimum Qualifications for ISA Classification

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.

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.

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

Qualifications for Specific Roles

Academic Peer Coach: Must be a sophomore or higher standing, in good academic standing; positive faculty recommendations. Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with students of diverse backgrounds and learning needs are essential. Must possess initiative, dependability, and prior experience in assisting students. Preference is given to applicants who can work in‑person and on campus and to applicants with a broad knowledge of learning skills; preference for applicants studying human service related fields including Education, Psychology and Social Work. Work‑study eligible students strongly encouraged to apply.

Writing Consultant: Students must be in good academic standing and have completed first‑year composition courses or equivalent with a grade of B or better. Demonstrated writing competence verified by recommendations or writing samples. Priority to STEM majors and to students who can conduct sessions in Spanish and English. First‑time hires must have at least one academic year left at Cal Poly Humboldt.

SI Leader: Must have a grade of B or better in the assigned course and be in good academic standing. Recommended by a faculty member for solid content knowledge and exceptional communication ability. In‑person and on‑campus availability preferred. Prior experience with peer‑to‑peer education or tutoring is preferred.

Tutor: Must be a sophomore or higher standing; B’s or better earned classes; positive faculty recommendation for tutored courses. Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with students of diverse backgrounds and learning needs are essential. Must possess initiative, dependability, and an interest in assisting students. Math tutors must demonstrate knowledge of pre‑Calculus, earned a B or better in either Calculus I or STATS 109.

How to Apply and Contact Information

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

• Resume
• Learning Center Application for Employment (complete in CHRS Recruiting – PageUp)
• Current Unofficial Transcripts
• Writing Sample (for Writing Consultant only)

Please direct any questions pertaining to this position, the Learning Center, or Cal Poly Humboldt to the Hiring Team. Contact: (707) 826‑3626 or [e-mail].

Application Deadline

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

Advertised: 20 Mar 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: 14 Mar 2027 Pacific Daylight Time

EEO Statement

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, please contact Human Resources at (707) 826‑3626 or [e-mail].

Applicants must 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 successful candidate 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 of CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

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 former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.