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How much do japanese student assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for japanese student assistant in the United States is $16.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Japanese Student Assistant vs Japanese Tutor?

AspectJapanese Student AssistantJapanese Tutor
Required CredentialsBasic language proficiency, student statusAdvanced language skills, teaching experience
Work EnvironmentOn-campus, assisting staff or facultyPrivate lessons, language centers, online platforms
Employer & IndustryUniversities, research institutionsLanguage schools, private clients
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding campus roles, part-time jobsLearning or improving Japanese skills

Japanese Student Assistants typically support university staff with administrative or academic tasks and require basic language skills. Japanese Tutors focus on teaching Japanese language skills to students or clients, often needing advanced proficiency. Both roles are common in educational settings but serve different purposes: one supports the institution, the other provides language instruction.

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Infographic showing various Japanese Student Assistant job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 47% Full Time, 43% Part Time, 6% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 98% In-person, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,464 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

AY Japanese Tutor/Grader (WS-ST2)

Northfield, MN โ€ข On-site

$12 - $13/hr

Part-time

Posted 27 days ago


Job description


Job Title: Japanese Tutor/Assistant (WS-ST2)
Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt)
Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057
Department Name: Asian Studies
Unit Number (5 digits): 11447
Length of Position: See Employment Authorization
Contact Person/Supervisor: Chair of Asian Studies Dept.
Wage Range: $12.00-13.00/hour
Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position): To assist Asian Studies faculty in their teaching. Very rarely, students may be asked to assist in their research and in college-related service.
Transferable Skills: Communication (both in English and Japanese; both spoken and written); attention to detail; organization; punctuality; responsibility; confidentiality.
Duties and Responsibilities:
To work with a given faculty member in Japanese; Those who are assigned as tutorial leaders, they will consult with the faculty member on the content of the tutorials and conduct weekly individual or small group tutorial sessions (Japanese 111 to Japanese 302); Those who are assigned as graders, they will review homework, correct quizzes, input the grades onto Moodle.
Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills)
Minimum qualification: Preference will be given to students who completed Japanese 232 with a grade of A- or better, or equivalent language ability. Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with minimal supervision Strong interpersonal skills and strong Japanese language skills. Enthusiasm for promoting and teaching Japanese.
This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.