STUDENT-Photography Courses Classroom Assistant & Lab Monitor Positions

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Ithaca
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STUDENT – Photography Courses Classroom Assistant Positions

 

The Park School of Communications is accepting applications for Teaching Assistants for the following photography courses. Please apply to this Classroom Assistant opening if you are applying to assist in one of the following courses:

  • Pay Rate: $16 per hour           
  • Hours: 4 per week 
  • Duration: Fall 2026 semester

CNPH 30408 – ST: Advanced Darkroom Classroom Assistant – Professor Rhonda Vanover

General Duties: The Classroom Assistant must have an understanding of the photo labs and darkroom. Mixing various alternative darkroom chemicals and setting up before class and cleaning after class. 

Requirements/Qualifications: Preference will be given to students who have taken Advanced Darkroom.

Instructions to Applicants: Interested applicants must apply online and attach a resume and class schedule. Questions about online application should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at [email protected]. Screening of applications will begin immediately. 

 

CNPH 30402 – ST: Photojournalism Classroom Assistant– Professor Rhonda Vanover 

General Duties: Classroom Assistants must have an understanding of the photo labs, gallery, with special attention to the darkroom. 

Duties include checking printers before class, cleaning workspaces, mixing/diluting alternative darkroom chemistry, checking out equipment from PPECS before class, and returning equipment after class. 

Requirements/Qualifications: Preference will be given to students who have taken advanced photography courses other than Introduction to Photography. 

Instructions to Applicants: Interested applicants must apply online and attach a resume and class schedule. Questions about online application should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at [email protected]. Screening of applications will begin immediately. 

 

STUDENT – Photography Lab Monitor Positions

The Park School of Communications is accepting applications for Lab Monitors for the Photography Department.

  • Pay Rate: $16 per hour           
  • Hours: 4 per week 
  • Duration: Fall 2026 semester

General Duties: Lab monitors must have an understanding of the photo labs, gallery, and darkroom. Although instructors will be on hand throughout the workday, lab monitors will need to open and close the labs. 

Duties include checking printers, cleaning workspaces, mixing/diluting darkroom chemistry, etc. Monitors will also be responsible for opening/closing the photo labs each weekday as well as Sundays.

Requirements/Qualifications: Preference will be given to students who have taken Introduction to Photography, Advanced Digital, or Darkroom Photography.


Ithaca College’s student employment program offers meaningful experiential learning opportunities that develop transferable skills sought by employers across various industries. These positions allow students to apply classroom knowledge in real-world professional settings, fostering both personal and professional growth.

Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.

It is advised that applicants apply attaching both a resume and cover letter. Application screening will begin immediately. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the I-9 and employment eligibility requirements. You will need to bring your original, unexpired, authorized personal identification documents to your designated representative or The Office of Human Resources (Peggy Ryan Williams Center, Garden Level) to complete the form. More about acceptable documentation can be found here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acce... Please note that photos or copies will not be accepted.

For assistance with the application process, contact Student Employment at [email protected].

For more information about student employment or specific job inquiries, visit our website or contact the hiring manager listed on the job posting.

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