On-Call Teaching Assistant, 2026-2027 DigiPen Academy

Located in Redmond Washington DigiPen Institute of Technology is a private college that offers undergraduate degree programs in Computer Science Game Design Digital Audio and Music and Digital Art and Animation as well as Masters degree programs in Computer Science and Digital Art. DigiPen Institute of Technology has been ranked one of the top 5 game design schools in the country by the Princeton Review for more than a decade. To learn more visit: .

DigiPen also provides learning opportunities for secondary-level students to learn create collaborate and experience the digital world through curricula and instructors that meet DigiPens stringent requirements.

Reports to: Rachel Kudlacz Student Support Coordinator

DigiPen Academys WANIC Full-Year Program provides exciting learning adventures for high school students. Guided by our dedicated teaching team students delve into hands-on projects encompassing video game programming art and animation game design computer science and music and sound design. Our courses transcend typical school programs fostering vital STEAM skills teamwork and personal expression while reinforcing core academic subjects like math physics art and writing. Discover more about our programs at DigiPen Academy Programs on our website.

Were searching for Teaching Assistants to represent DigiPen foster student engagement and facilitate a positive learning environment. We seek enthusiastic adaptable and professional candidates eager to share their passions with our students.

• Available between September 21^st 2026 June 15^th 2027
• Hours between 7:00 am 3:00 pm with potential schedule variations (on-call only schedule determined on week-by-week basis)

• Represent DigiPen to all students parents and peers
• Assist in the instruction of DigiPen-approved curriculum classroom management and student mentorship
• Engage all students in active learning
• Collaborate with Instructor to maintain a safe productive and friendly environment for all
• Communicate with peers administrators and students quickly and effectively
• Assist the Academy Team with student check-in procedures
• On-call substitute responsibilities if Conditional CTE Teacher Certified
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills:

• Extensive knowledge in computer science art and animation game design engineering music and sound design or other relevant experience
• Record of completing assigned work on time and to scope
• Ability to engage students and generate enthusiasm
• Willingness to perform a variety of tasks
• Eagerness to grow and learn
• Ability to adapt well to unforeseen circumstances
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• If pursuing Art and Animation programs link to art portfolio in resume is required

Bonus Skills/Attributes:

• Previous experience with K-12 students
• Teaching experience
• Experience planning and leading events clubs or group activities
• Strong attention to detail
• Conditional CTE Teacher Certified

The following knowledge and skills are highly recommended but not required:

Art and Animation:

• 12 Principles of Animation
• Experience using Blender and other animation/3D Modeling software
• Drawing and digital painting (perspective shading form and color theory)
• Able to learn new software quickly

Game Design:

• Intermediate knowledge of game design best practices
• Deep knowledge of the Unity Engine (1-2 years of experience)
• Basic programming skills in C# (variable iteration conditionals and functions)
• Familiarity with writing game development documentation
• Frequent and enthusiastic player of tabletop and video games
• Able to learn new software quickly

Music & Sound Design:

• Intermediate music and sound design knowledge (digital recording experience strongly preferred)
• Able to learn new software quickly
• Able to read music
• Experience with a DAW

Programming:

• Understanding of Linear Algebra (vector math linear transformations and matrix transformations)
• Deep knowledge of the Unity Engine (1-2 years of experience)
• C (variables iteration conditionals pointers arrays functions derived data types dynamic memory allocation and basic searching and sorting)
• C (variables iteration conditionals pointers arrays functions derived data types dynamic memory allocation and basic searching and sorting)
• C# (variables iteration conditionals pointers arrays functions derived data types and basic searching and sorting)
  Python (variables iteration conditionals arrays functions derived data types basic searching and sorting classes and object-oriented principles)
• Javascript (variables iteration conditionals arrays functions derived data types basic searching and sorting classes and object-oriented principles)
• Ability to learn new software quickly

• TA Wage: $25.00 per hour

Not benefits eligible.

Upon accepting an offer of employment with us the candidate will receive an invitation for a required background check and 5-panel drug screen as a part of the hiring process.

Join us for an unforgettable full-year journey at DigiPen Academy! Apply now to embark on an exciting adventure of learning and discovery.

Equal opportunity is a priority of DigiPen Institute of Technology as the institution is committed to fostering a positive learning environment for all. The Institutes intent is to hire the most qualified individuals for faculty and staff attracting candidates from diverse backgrounds of race and ethnicity gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation age socioeconomic status veteran status nationality culture religion and physical abilities. We are committed to broadening our candidate pool to include more diverse individuals and ensuring fairness in hiring by avoiding bias and determining criteria to judge all candidates prior to posting each new position.

Required Experience:

Junior IC