Job Description

Applicants MUST be a current student at DigiPen Institute of Technology to qualify for this position.

• Student Employment at DigiPen is open to all currently matriculated students if they meet the qualifications for the job.
• Students may not work during a time when they have a class scheduled, a class is canceled, or a class ends early.
• Student workers must reside within the State of Washington. Remote work outside of Washington will not be permitted.

Job Title: Student TA - CS-251 (Li), S26

Reports to Dr. Xin Li

We are seeking a Student Teaching Assistant (TA) for the CS-251 course in Spring 2026. The Student TA will support the primary instructor in conducting the course, assisting students with assignments, and facilitating discussions.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the primary instructor in preparing course materials and assignments.
• Hold office hours to provide additional support and guidance to students.
• Grade assignments and provide constructive feedback to students.
• Facilitate group discussions and help clarify course content as needed.
• Assist in proctoring exams and maintaining academic integrity.
• Accountable for tracking and reporting the amount of time worked.

Qualifications/Competencies

• Must be a current student enrolled in DigiPen Redmond campus.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the subject matter covered in CS-251 or CS-300
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the primary instructor and fellow TAs.

Additional Requirements

• The selected candidate must be available for the duration of the Spring 2026 semester.
• Previous TA experience or relevant coursework is a plus but not required.

Expected dates of employment: January 5 – May 5, 2026

Expected number of hours per week: 5

*** Once again, students are not permitted to work during any time when they are scheduled for a class. ***

Wage Range:

$17.13 - $18.25 per hour, depending on number of terms worked at DigiPen

Requirements to Apply

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Current Semester Academic Schedule

Working Conditions:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, and/or crouching; and fine finger dexterity. May need to lift up to 25 lbs. Generally, the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, and 10% standing.

DigiPen Student Employee Academic Requirements:

• Are currently a Matriculated student at DigiPen Institute of Technology
• Good Academic Standing – not on Academic Warning as defined in DigiPen Course Catalog
• A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
• Have taken and passed CS-251 or CS-300 with a B or better

Requirement Exceptions:

It is possible to still be selected for a position with DigiPen if you do not meet the requirements above, so don't let that dissuade you from applying!

Once you have applied for – and the supervisor decides to offer you – a position, we will contact the necessary managers (Supervisor, Department Chair, and/or the Dean of Faculty) to complete and sign off on an Academic Waiver form, depending on which requirements need to be waived. Once the Waiver is returned to us, we'll continue you through the hiring process.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and academic freedom are priorities of DigiPen Institute of Technology, as DigiPen endorses the goals of affirmative action and equal opportunity employment. The Institute's intent is to hire the most qualified individuals for faculty and staff, attracting candidates from diverse backgrounds of race and ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, socioeconomic status, veteran status, nationality, culture, religion, and physical abilities. We are committed to broadening our candidate pool to include more diverse individuals and ensuring fairness in hiring by avoiding bias and determining criteria to judge all candidates prior to posting each new position.