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

Instructional Student Assistants (ISAs) support the instructional mission of the Department of Psychology by assisting faculty with academically related course activities. ISAs work under faculty supervision. Responsibilities vary according to the needs of individual courses and may include grading, tutoring or other student academic support, assisting with course preparation and instructional materials, facilitating individual or group learning activities, assisting during class or laboratory activities, and communicating with students about course-related matters as directed by the faculty supervisor.

TYPICAL ACTIVITIES

Depending on the assignment, Instructional Student Assistants may:

• Grade Assignments: Review quizzes, essays, and student work based on faculty-provided criteria.
• Provide Tutoring: Deliver course-related academic support and tutoring to students.
• Support Classrooms & Labs: Help facilitate class activities, lab sessions, and discussion groups.
• Lead Learning Activities: Guide individual or group review sessions under faculty supervision.
• Prepare Materials: Assist faculty with organizing instructional materials and course activities.
• Manage Communications: Respond to student questions and track course records.
• Utilize Technology & Canvas: Use university learning management systems and instructional technologies.
• Coordinate with Faculty: Attend regular check-ins and complete tasks within established timelines. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must maintain at least half-time enrollment at CSUSB during the term of employment (6 units for undergraduate students; 4 units for graduate students).
• Must maintain a cumulative and semester GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Possess appropriate academic preparation in the subject matter necessary to perform the assigned instructional duties. Specific psychology coursework may be required depending on the course assignment. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Depending on the assignment, preferred qualifications may include:

• Successful completion of the course for which instructional support will be provided, or equivalent academic preparation.
• Strong demonstrated knowledge of the subject matter relevant to the assignment.
• Prior experience with tutoring, peer mentoring, supplemental instruction, grading, or other forms of academic support.
• Demonstrated reliability in completing assigned work accurately and within established timelines.
• Experience with instructional technologies relevant to the assignment. 

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with CSUSB. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: CSUSB cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought.

Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that CSUSB has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to CSUSB or individuals in the university community.

For health and well-being, CSUSB is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Department of Psychology is one of the largest academic departments at CSUSB, serving more than 1,700 undergraduate majors and over 100 graduate students. The department offers a B.A. in Psychology with concentrations in General Psychology, Biological Psychology, and Industrial-Organizational Psychology. Graduate offerings include M.A. programs in Clinical/Counseling Psychology, Psychological Science, and Industrial-Organizational Psychology.

Instructional Student Assistants play an important role in supporting the department's teaching mission and student learning. ISA opportunities vary according to the instructional needs of individual courses and faculty.

To find out more, visit the Department of Psychology

For more information regarding the position, please contact:

Department Chair

Donna Garcia

dmgarcia@csusb.edu 

HOW TO APPLY

Please complete the online application and submit the following:

1. Resume

2. Cover Letter that includes:

○ A brief statement describing your qualifications and interest in the position.

○ Relevant coursework and any previous tutoring, peer mentoring, supplemental instruction, grading, or other teaching-related             experience, if applicable.

○ The psychology courses or subject areas for which you would be interested in providing instructional support.

Applications will be reviewed as departmental instructional needs arise. Appointment availability varies by semester and depends on course availability, enrollment, budget, and the qualifications of applicants.

If you are interested in this opportunity, we invite you to apply by using this CSU Recruit Hyperlink at:

https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/873/gateway/Default.aspx?c=apply&sJobIDs=562927&SourceTypeID=803&sLanguage=en-us&lApplicationSubSourceID=11248

H-1B Employment:  CSUSB is currently not sponsoring applicants for H-1B employment that are subject to the $100,000 fee established by the “Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers” issued on September 19, 2025. Applicants are responsible for determining the applicability of the fee.

CA Resident Requirement: The California State University (CSU) system is a network of twenty-three public universities providing access to a quality education through the support of California taxpayers. Part of CSU’s mission is to prepare educated, responsible individuals to contribute to California’s schools, economy, culture and future. As an agency of the State of California, the CSU’s business operations almost exclusively reside within California. As of the effective date of this policy, hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California is prohibited. Exceptions to this prohibition are limited to approved purposes for conducting CSU business in a region outside of California. Out-of-state employment creates various legal and tax liabilities that the CSU must seriously consider when extending employment to individuals residing outside the state.  For more information and the full policy, go to https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/

Salary is commensurate with experience.

(Actual Salary will be in accordance with percentage of time appointed) 

Instructional Student Assistant (1150)             $17.86 – $23.84  Per Hour

CSU Salary Schedule: https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/careers/compensation/Pages/salary-schedule.aspx

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

In our commitment to the furthering of knowledge and fulfilling our educational mission, California State University, San Bernardino seeks a campus climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the entire variety of human experience. We welcome people from all backgrounds, and we seek to include knowledge and values from many cultures in the curriculum and extra-curricular life of the campus community. We will create, promote, and maintain activities and programs that further our understanding of individual and group diversity. We will also develop and communicate policies and promote values that discourage intolerance and discrimination.

This position may be “Designated” under California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This would require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within 6 months of assuming office and every 2 years thereafter. Visit the Human Resources Conflict of Interest webpage link for additional information:
https://www.csusb.edu/human-resources/current-employees/employee-relations/conflict-interest