Student Assistant – Tutor Academic Lab; FWS F26–S27

Student Assistant – Tutor for Academic Support Lab (FWS Preferred), F26–S27

Job Category:
Student

Requisition Number: STUDE
002136

• Part-Time
• On-site

Digi Pen Institute of Technology, 9931 Willows Road, Redmond, WA 98052, USA

Tutors work in the Academic Support Lab under the supervision of the Director of the Learning Resource Center to provide drop‑in tutoring sessions for select 100‑ and 200‑level courses. Tutors do not replace time in the classroom or faculty office hours but serve as an additional resource for students. Tutoring for Fall 2026–Spring 2027 will be done 100% fully in person in the ASL, with availability of online and in‑person services.

• Work with students to help them understand classroom concepts and effective learning strategies
• Assist students with homework, projects, test preparation, papers, research, and other academic tasks
• Assist students in assigned subject area(s)
• Review class syllabi, curricula topics, and assignments
• Conduct periodic check‑ins with faculty on subject areas tutored
• Track questions and concepts tutored through routine document submission and practice

• Have and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better during employment
• Must earn a 3.0 or better in the course(s) they wish to tutor
• Be an incoming sophomore, junior, or senior student in good academic standing
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrate student leadership
• Be accountable for tracking and reporting the amount of time worked
• Show willingness to learn about different cultures and work with students of various backgrounds
• Be willing to learn and share information about Digi Pen’s student life, academics, campus policies, and resources
• Provide at least one faculty reference from Digi Pen

No minimum

September 7, 2026 – April 23, 2027

10 hours maximum

$17.12 – 18.25 per hour, based on Washington State minimum wage requirements and number of terms worked at Digi Pen

Work will take place in an indoor office setting in the Academic Support Lab or online via Microsoft Teams or other approved mediums. The lab is open from 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. on weekdays during the Fall and Spring semesters. The role requires frequent direct interaction with students and occasionally faculty or staff. Generally, the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, and 10% standing.

Digi Pen Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity employer committed to a positive learning environment for all. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and are committed to fair hiring practices by avoiding bias and determining criteria to judge all candidates prior to posting this position.

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