Student TA - ART-1220 Color & Light II (Ganulin), Su26

About the role#

DigiPen Institute of Technology is seeking a Student Teaching Assistant for the Summer 2026 term for ART-1220: Color & Light II. This role supports the instructor in creating an engaging classroom environment and providing academic support to students.

What you'll do#

• Facilitate classroom discussions, group activities, and critiques under instructor supervision.
• Evaluate weekly in-class student submissions.
• Hold 3-4 hours of office hours per week to assist students with homework.
• Manage classroom technology to ensure proper function during lectures.
• Assist with the setup and teardown of classroom furniture and lighting.
• Prepare physical materials, including making color copies of handouts for weekly classes.

What you'll need#

• Current enrollment as a matriculated student at DigiPen Institute of Technology.
• Successful completion of ART-1100 and/or ART-1220 with a grade of B or better.
• Strong knowledge of color theory, painting, and color mixing with gouache.
• Enthusiasm for working with color, gouache, and freshman students.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Previous experience as a tutor, mentor, or teaching assistant is preferred but not required.
• Digital painting experience is considered a plus.

Location & details#

• Location: Redmond, Washington (On-site).
• Term: Summer 2026 (May 11 – August 6, 2026).
• Hours: 5-7 hours per week.
• Compensation: $17.13 – $18.25 per hour, based on previous terms worked at DigiPen.
• Academic Requirements: Students must be in good academic standing with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5. Note that academic waivers may be available for candidates who do not meet all requirements.
• Employment Restrictions: Student workers must reside in Washington State. Work is not permitted during scheduled class times.