Learning Assistant​/Remedial Tutor in Mechanical Engineering: Academic Year 2025-2026; Anticipated

Position overview

Position title:

Learning Assistant/Remedial Tutor in Mechanical Engineering.

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

Percent time:
Not yet provided

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

Review timeline:
Not yet provided

Position duration:
Duration through Academic Year

The Mechanical Engineering department in the School of Engineering anticipates hiring multiple instructional learning assistants/remedial tutors for Academic Year  in the following courses:

• ME 021:
  Engineering Computing
• ME 120:
  Component Design
• ME 121:
  Introduction to Manufacturing Processes
• ME 137:
  Computer Aided Engineering
• ME 140:
  Vibration and Control
• ME 142:
  Mechatronics
• ME 144:
  Introduction to Multi-body Dynamics
• ME 212:
  Advanced Controls:
  Robustness and Optimality
• ME 237:
  Radiative Heat Transfer
• ME 239:
  Nano-Fabrication for Interdisciplinary Materials Sciences
• ME 290:
  Surface Sci and Engineering
• 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. You will play a crucial role in contributing to the experience of students in engineering. The learning assistant will help students actively learn in classrooms by managing in-class discussions and promoting interaction among students. This role is suited for someone who communicates well, wants to help others learn, and is interested in teaching or pursuing a career in teaching, while learning course content more deeply and working with graduate students and faculty to transform 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. (labor information)

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

Basic qualifications

• A desire to enhance instruction in engineering classes.
• Interest in integration of 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.
• Awareness and sensitivity to individual learning styles and student needs.
• Ability to apply study strategies, organizational skills, and time management in sessions.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with tutoring or mentoring.

Document requirements

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated CV/resume.
• Cover Letter - Identifying the course(s) you are interested in being a Learning Assistant/Remedial Tutor for.
• Unofficial Transcript - Confirming you have completed the course with a grade of B or higher and are in good standing with at least a 3.0 GPA. See unofficial transcript access instructions here: #unofficial
• Authorization of Information Release - You may be required to disclose past misconduct during employment. See details in the posted requirements.

Required Authorization of Information Release may be found here. Complete, sign, and upload the required form to your application.

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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. UC Merced is committed to diversity and inclusion and complies with applicable laws and policies. Additional links: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy, UC Anti-Discrimination Policy, and APM 035.

Job location:

Merced, CA