Instructional Student Assistant; ISA Palm Desert Campus; PDC Student Success Studio; S3

Position: Instructional Student Assistant(ISA) Palm Desert Campus (PDC) Student Success Studio (S3)
California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) is a preeminent center of intellectual and cultural activity in the Inland Empire region of Southern California. Opened in 1965 and set at the foothills of the beautiful San Bernardino mountains, the university serves approximately 19,000 students. CSUSB is a federally recognized minority-serving and Hispanic-serving institution that reflects the dynamic diversity of the region and has the most diverse student population of any university in the Inland Empire: 74 percent of its students are members of underrepresented groups, 80 percent are first-generation, and 56 percent are Pell eligible.

For more information on the campus, please visit the CSUSB website .

CSUSB employs 467 full-time faculty and offers 48 undergraduate, 35 graduate, and one doctoral degree programs and 14 academic programs with national accreditation. At CSUSB, diversity, equity and inclusion are values central to our mission. We recognize that diversity and inclusion in all its forms are necessary for our institutional success. By fully leveraging our diverse experiences, backgrounds and insights, we inspire innovation, challenge the status quo and create better outcomes for our students and community.

As part of CSUSB's commitment to hire, develop and retain a diverse faculty, we offer a variety of networking, mentoring and development programs for our junior faculty. We are committed to building and sustaining a CSUSB community that is supportive and inclusive of all individuals. Qualified applicants with experience in ethnically diverse settings and/or who demonstrate a commitment to serving diverse student populations are strongly encouraged to apply.

JOB SUMMARY

The Student Success Studio (S3) at the Palm Desert Campus is seeking Tutors for the  academic year to provide academic support to students in a variety of subjects. As a Tutor, you will work one-on-one or in small groups with students to reinforce concepts covered in class, assist with study strategies, and help students build skills for academic success. You will collaborate with faculty and other tutors to develop effective learning strategies, promote student engagement, and foster a positive academic environment that supports student success.

TYPICAL ACTIVITIES

Individual and Group Tutoring:

• Provide one-on-one and group tutoring sessions to students in designated subject areas, helping them understand course material, improve study techniques, and build academic confidence.
• Assist students in reviewing course materials, preparing for exams, and reinforcing concepts discussed in class.
• Offer targeted support in subject area(s) for which you are hired to cover (e.g., psychology, nursing ,math, english)

Collaboration with Faculty:

• Collaborate with faculty to understand course objectives, identify areas where students may need additional support, and align tutoring sessions with class material.
• Provide feedback to faculty about student progress and any academic challenges students may face.
• Help design and implement study aids, review sessions, or other tools to support classroom learning.

Study Skills and Academic Coaching:

• Assist students in developing effective study habits and time management strategies to improve academic performance.
• Provide guidance on note taking, test preparation, organizational skills, and academic writing.
• Offer academic coaching on how to tackle complex assignments, research projects, and other academic challenges.

Workshops and Group Sessions:

• Facilitate study groups or workshops for students to enhance their understanding of course material and foster peer learning.
• Lead review sessions for midterms, finals, or specific topics where students need extra assistance.

Student Engagement:

• Create a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, discussing challenges, and seeking help.
• Foster an environment that encourages self-confidence, motivation, and academic persistence.
• Engage with students to encourage a positive attitude toward learning and build their academic self-efficacy.

Administrative Support:

• Maintain accurate records of tutoring sessions,…