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Lead Instructor - Part Time, Fall Contract

Sales · VA, United States

Job description

CodePath is a national non-profit that is reprogramming higher education to create the most diverse generation of software engineers, CTOs, and founders. We deliver industry-vetted courses and career support centered on the needs of Black, Latino/a, Indigenous, and low-income students. Our students train with senior engineers, intern at top companies, and rise together to become the tech leaders of tomorrow. As of 2023, we've served 10,000 students a year nationwide, and we plan to scale up to ~100,000 students a year by 2028.

Founded in 2017, CodePath has taught over 26,000 students and delivered courses across over 110 universities. We are supported by some of the largest and most well-respected organizations, including Amazon, Andreessen Horowitz, Blue Meridian Partners, Comcast, Google, JP Morgan Chase, Knight Foundation, Meta, New Profit, and Salesforce, among others. In 2024, CodePath was recognized as one of the Most Innovative Companies in Education by Fast Company.

** We will never ask for bank information or for you to download any programs as part of our job application process and initial communications to applicants will be sent directly from our HR department.

About the Partner Program

The program is designed to give high school students exposure to and competency in computer science tools, concepts, and skills in order to set them up for success in pursuing CS courses at college and future technical career opportunities. The program will offer an introductory technical course along with hands-on training through the partner.

Time Commitment - Part-Time Instructors will need to be available during the following dates: September 2nd, 2024 - November 22nd, 2024

Pre-Program: September 2nd - September 20th, 2024

  • Instructor Onboarding & Training: up to 50 hours total. This includes weekly virtual synchronous training sessions and asynchronous program preparation

During Program: September 23rd - November 18th, 2024

  • Students will observe the Indigenous Peoples’ Day and Veterans Day holidays
  • 16 hours / week of in-class instruction (M - Th from 2 - 6pm)
  • Up to 12 hours /week instructional planning, meetings, admin time, and feedback

Post Program: November 18th - November 22nd, 2024

  • Up to 15 hours
  • Close out and student feedback submissions
  • Program retrospective

Other Program Details:

  • Program Location: Arlington, Virginia 
  • Students: 8-30Ěý
  • Curriculum core technologies: Basics of Python, Java, and other basic BE/FE technologies

About The Role 

Location: Arlington, Virginia 

Duration: Contractor, September 2nd - November 22nd, 2024

Reports To: Senior Manager of Employer Programs 

Compensation: $75-$100 per hour

Our Instructors are passionate educators and technologists who are deeply invested in providing opportunities for students identifying with underrepresented groups in tech. Instructors are responsible for the overall in-class experience of participants in the program.

The lead instructor will be responsible for delivering a world class student experience for the duration of the program teaching CodePath’s introductory course. In this course, students learn Python, Java, and other computer science fundamentals that will set them up for future success in their academic and professional careers. This course is a beginner-friendly introductory course that requires no prior knowledge. The lead instructor will deliver lessons, facilitate collaborative structured academic time, and support students in designing and executing their own original projects. In addition they will support with data collection and communication across all stakeholders to maximize program success and learnings.

Responsibilities

  • Lead technical lessons for up to 16 hours per week to teach students the fundamentals of computer science

  • Up to 12 hours /week instructional planning, meetings, admin time, and feedback

  • Serve as the primary instructional point of contact for students in the program

  • Adapt and create instructional materials from the course curriculum provided, and provide meaningful feedback to our curriculum team as the course progresses

  • Develop strong relationships with program participants to support their growth and development throughout the program

Requirements

  • 5+ years of instructional experience with a demonstrated track record of educational excellence

  • Strong understanding of core technologies: Python, Java, and other computer science fundamental technologies. 

  • Nice to have: experience in web development technologies in the backend and frontend

  • Computer science (or related field) degree, or comparable experience working in/learning software development

  • Experience working through shifting priorities and learning, while maintaining organization and control

  • Formal experience working as a web developer in core technologies a plus 

  • Experience developing technical curriculum (and interest in playing a role in the development process of the curriculum) a plus

  • Tech nonprofit, startup experience a plus

Compensation

This is a seasonal, part-time (up to 28 hour/week) position. 

Candidates will be paid a competitive hourly rate for part time training and program instruction. Our hourly band is $75 -$100 an hour. Candidate hourly rate is dependent on experience and new staff rarely start at the top of the range.

This position is not eligible for medical, dental, or vision benefits or paid time-off.

Pay range
$75—$100 USD

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:

  • Medical, dental, and vision premiums paid at 90% for FT positions and their dependents 

  • Flexible vacation and sick time policy with 12 company paid holidays plus a week long "winter break" office closure from Christmas to New Years. Employees take the time when they need it

  • Flexible workplace and work schedule

  • CodePath provides a laptop, monitor, and ergonomic office setup  

  • Annual professional development stipend 

  • Ability to voluntarily contribute pre and post-tax earnings to our 401k plan

  • Employer Provided Short Term Disability and 10 weeks paid leave to support our employees in growing their family

  • A commitment to developing leaders from within the organization

  • Frequent opportunities to connect with students, universities, and communities we serve

  • Opportunities to engage, collaborate and partner with top technology companies, venture capitalists, and engineering leaders

About the Current Team

We are individuals from a multitude of backgrounds, experiences, and unlikely stories, all connected by a single dream: a world in which regardless of background, socioeconomic status, gender, or race all people have pathways to reach their full potential.

With a staff and board that cares deeply about diversity and equity, we believe that diverse perspectives and backgrounds create a richer work environment and enhance our ability to pursue our mission.

Note: Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don’t meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive at CodePath to apply for this role.

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