STEM Tutor Position

Position: 1150 - Instructional Student Assistant (ISA)

Semester: Spring 2027

Modality: In-person

College: Office of Undergraduate Studies

Department: STEM Success Center

Under supervision, Instructional Student Assistants in this classification perform teaching, grading 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. Assignments are made by academic department or equivalent administrative unit by a specific supervisor at a CSU campus. 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.

General Requirements of Unit 11 Positions:

• Ability to learn and perform assigned work
• Ability to work cooperatively with faculty, staff and other students
• Ability to accept responsibility

General Minimum Qualifications of Unit 11 Position:

Admission or registration as a CSUSM student. For a complete list of responsibilities and required qualifications, please review the position description linked at the top of the page.

Program Overview

The STEM Success Center supports students in becoming independent, confident problem solvers through collaborative learning and academic support.

Role Summary

We are seeking kind, hardworking, and motivated tutors who enjoy helping others learn. This role is ideal for students who regularly support peers, seek academic growth, and enjoy engaging with challenging material.

Subjects Needed

• Math: Math 105, 125, 132, 160, 162
• Computer Science: CS 111, 211, 231, 311
• Chemistry: Chem 150, 160, 201, 202
• Physics: Phys 201, 202, 205, 206
• Biology: Bio 177, 178, 201, 211, 215

Responsibilities

• Support students using strategies that promote independent learning
• Facilitate workshops, review sessions, and group tutoring
• Develop and update learning materials (worksheets, practice exams, etc.)
• Participate in ongoing tutor training and development
• Serve as an Embedded Tutor when assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Enrolled in at least 1 unit at CSUSM
• Completed relevant coursework with a grade of B or higher
• Good academic standing (minimum 2.0 GPA)
• Availability of at least 6 hours per week
• Two endorsements (faculty or faculty + staff)

Compensation & Hours

Starting pay: $17.86/hour. CSUSM student employees are allowed to work a maximum of 20 hours per week between all campus jobs. Training Required training the week prior to the semester (week of January 18th).

Contact

Paulina Coronado, LTS Associate Director for STEM Support pcoronado@csusm.edu

Application Timeline

A review of applications will begin on November 13, 2026. All positions are subject to enrollment/registration as a CSUSM student and funding.

Additional Information

California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.