Learning Assistant​/Remedial Tutor in Computer Science and Engineering: Academic Year 2025-2026

Position overview

Position title: Learning Assistant/Remedial Tutor in Computer Science and Engineering

Salary range: See Table 20 for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $27.42 per hour.

Anticipated start: Anticipated Start Date varies by term:

• Fall Semester: 8/16/2025 - 12/31/2025
• Spring Semester: 1/1/2026 - 5/15/2026
• Academic Year: 8/16/2025 - 5/15/2026

Position duration: Duration through Academic Year

The Computer Science and Engineering department anticipates hiring multiple instructional learning assistants/remedial tutors for the Academic Year  for the following courses:

• CSE 005:
  Intro Computer Applications
• CSE 015:
  Discrete Mathematics
• CSE 019:
  Introduction to Computing
• CSE 022:
  Intro to Programming
• CSE 024:
  Advanced Programming
• CSE 030:
  Data Structures
• CSE 031:
  Computer Organization and Assembly Language
• CSE 100:
  Algorithm Design and Analysis
• CSE 107:
  Introduction to Digital Image Processing
• CSE 108:
  Full Stack Web Development
• CSE 111:
  Database Systems
• CSE 120:
  Software Engineering
• CSE 160:
  Computer Networks
• CSE 168:
  Distributed Software Systems
• CSE 176:
  Introduction to Machine Learning
• CSE 180:
  Introduction to Robotics
• CSE 185:
  Introduction to Computer Vision
• Other courses as needed

See catalog for course descriptions: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).&navoid=1993

A Learning Assistant works with groups of students on challenging course materials during class time. The Learning Assistant will help in promoting active learning and interaction among students. This role suits someone who is a good listener and communicator, interested in teaching, and wants to learn course content more deeply, including opportunities to work with graduate students and faculty to improve STEM classrooms.

• Facilitate discussion with groups of students in lecture by asking questions to help students learn materials.
• Attend weekly meetings with the course instructor and TAs to prepare for sessions.
• Participate in trainings and a teaching seminar course as a newly hired Learning Assistant.

The University of California Remedial Tutors are represented by the UAW-AFL-CIO. For more information see: .html

Refer to Table 20 for the salary range for this position.

• A desire to enhance instruction in engineering classes.
• Interest in technology-mediated learning tools in engineering.
• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at UC Merced.
• Grade of "B" or higher in the course or related course you are requesting to be a Learning Assistant/Remedial Tutor for.
• In good standing at the University with at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Adequate awareness of individual learning styles and student needs.
• Ability to apply study strategies, organizational skills, and time management in sessions.

• Experience with tutoring or mentoring.
• Experience with computer programming.

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae/Resume
• Cover Letter identifying the courses of interest
• Unofficial Transcript confirming completion with grade of B or higher and a minimum 3.0 GPA
• Authorization of Information Release — disclosure of any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years related to misconduct, left positions during investigations, or appeals with a previous employer. Definition of misconduct includes violations of policies or laws governing conduct.

Required Authorization of Information Release can be found here. Complete, sign, and upload to your application. For unofficial transcript access: #unofficial

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The University of California, Merced is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

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Job location:

Merced, CA