We’re Hiring: Digital Marketing Instructor (Temporary Contractor) - New York
Position Title: Digital Marketing Instructor
Position Type: Contract (January 2025 - May 2025)
Contract Rate: $3,600 per cohort (3 cohorts available; priority given to candidates who can instruct all)
Location: New York City
Deadline to apply: Reviewing applicants on a rolling basis!
About America On Tech:
America On Tech is an award-winning, early pipeline technology talent accelerator on a mission to decrease the racial wealth gap by creating pathways for underestimated students to thrive in technology and innovation. To date, we have worked with 5,000+ students by leveraging the time, talent and expertise of software engineers and technology professionals to teach our tuition-free courses and help provide work-based internship and learning programs to promote the advancement of underrepresented students into technology pathways. Founded in 2014, AOT’s work has been featured in Forbes, CNN, The Huffington Post, TechCrunch, BET and other leading publications. AOT has also been awarded by Forbes 30 Under 30, Wells Fargo and the Brooklyn Borough President’s Office.
About the Tech Flex Leaders Program:
The Tech Flex Leaders (TFL) Program is an immersive out-of-school time program for juniors and seniors. This program engages students interested in technology through:
We are currently seeking dynamic, intentional, and skilled Digital Marketing Instructor(s) to bring our Digital Marketing curriculum to life for students during the Spring semester of the 2024-2025 TFL Program. Our Digital Marketing instructor (s) will work with 3 different cohorts of students who meet once a week for 2.5 hours. Each cohort is between 25 and 30 students, all either juniors or seniors in high school.
Instructor Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Curriculum Prep and Instruction:
Data Management:
General:
The ideal candidate will:
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will show up each day excited to support students to success, doing whatever it takes to ensure a dynamic, encouraging, and successful program experience for all. Ideal candidates also:
How to apply:
Please submit your resume using this link: LINK
Background Check Disclosure:
All positions at America on Tech, Inc. require at least some interaction with minors (see list of duties for specific details). Therefore, candidates must undergo a background check to ensure the safety of the youth we serve. Candidates will be informed about the background check process and will have the opportunity to discuss any relevant issues. Applicants in California will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, while also adhering to CANRA and any other state or local ordinances regarding the protection of minors.
All applicants will be considered. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. AOT is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.
Position Type: Contract (January 2025 - May 2025)
Contract Rate: $3,600 per cohort (3 cohorts available; priority given to candidates who can instruct all)
Location: New York City
Deadline to apply: Reviewing applicants on a rolling basis!
About America On Tech:
America On Tech is an award-winning, early pipeline technology talent accelerator on a mission to decrease the racial wealth gap by creating pathways for underestimated students to thrive in technology and innovation. To date, we have worked with 5,000+ students by leveraging the time, talent and expertise of software engineers and technology professionals to teach our tuition-free courses and help provide work-based internship and learning programs to promote the advancement of underrepresented students into technology pathways. Founded in 2014, AOT’s work has been featured in Forbes, CNN, The Huffington Post, TechCrunch, BET and other leading publications. AOT has also been awarded by Forbes 30 Under 30, Wells Fargo and the Brooklyn Borough President’s Office.
About the Tech Flex Leaders Program:
The Tech Flex Leaders (TFL) Program is an immersive out-of-school time program for juniors and seniors. This program engages students interested in technology through:
- Weekly technical training sessions taught by industry experts
- Intersectional professional development sessions designed to prepare students to confidently pursue degrees and careers in technology
- Career days and mentorship opportunities with representatives from leading technology companies
We are currently seeking dynamic, intentional, and skilled Digital Marketing Instructor(s) to bring our Digital Marketing curriculum to life for students during the Spring semester of the 2024-2025 TFL Program. Our Digital Marketing instructor (s) will work with 3 different cohorts of students who meet once a week for 2.5 hours. Each cohort is between 25 and 30 students, all either juniors or seniors in high school.
Instructor Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Curriculum Prep and Instruction:
- Review AOT’s curriculum on a weekly basis to ensure command of material
- Prep auxiliary activities or examples to bring the content to life for students
- Lead all content sessions, paying particular attention to student engagement
- Work with the program manager to develop remediation plans to support student content mastery
- Create an inclusive classroom atmosphere where all students feel valued and supported in their learning journey
Data Management:
- Ensure complete student submission of all program assignments and projects
- Assess student projects and assignments using AOT-developed rubrics, providing regular written and verbal feedback
- Provide summary data on key metrics for program reports
General:
- Uphold AOT’s core values in all aspects of the role
- Foster and maintain a positive and welcoming classroom environment for all program participants and partners
- Attend daily check-in meetings with the program manager and peer mentor to ensure alignment ahead of the day’s session
- Attend meetings with the Program Team to discuss program impact and to troubleshoot any challenges, as needed
- Complete any additional duties as assigned
The ideal candidate will:
- Be available for Virtual Instructor Onboarding on January 8th, 2025, and January 9th, 2025 from 4:00 PM-5:30 PM (3 hours total)
- Be available Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. from 1/13/25 - 5/8/25 + an additional 6 hours/week for preparation, assessment, student office hours, and curriculum feedback.
- Note: Due to MLK Day on January 20, 2025, orientation for the Monday cohort will be held on January 13, 2025. Orientation for the Tuesday cohort will take place on January 21, 2025, and orientation for the Thursday cohort will take place on January 23, 2025. Starting the week of January 27, 2025, all three cohorts will meet weekly.
- Be available for in-person sessions in Manhattan during the weeks of:
- January 20, 2025 (& 1/13/25 only for the Monday cohort of students)
- Late February - TBA
- May 5, 2025
- (Optional) Attend TFL Graduation on May 15, 2025, from 6:00 - 7:30 PM.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will show up each day excited to support students to success, doing whatever it takes to ensure a dynamic, encouraging, and successful program experience for all. Ideal candidates also:
- Have a Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or at least 2-3 years of equivalent experience
- Have expertise and experience in Digital Marketing
- Have experience in technology instruction, particularly with a high-school-age audience
- Have the ability to explain concepts in multiple ways and to students with varying levels of experience
- Incorporate an anti-racist lens into their work and are passionate about working at an organization that values and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Support and enhance a sense of belonging for all students
- Exhibit Proficiency in Google Suite, especially Google Docs, Google Calendar, Google Slides, Google Sheets and Google Classroom
- Have a reliable laptop/desktop with a webcam, working audio, and internet speeds that exceed the minimum requirements for hosting a Zoom meeting
How to apply:
Please submit your resume using this link: LINK
Background Check Disclosure:
All positions at America on Tech, Inc. require at least some interaction with minors (see list of duties for specific details). Therefore, candidates must undergo a background check to ensure the safety of the youth we serve. Candidates will be informed about the background check process and will have the opportunity to discuss any relevant issues. Applicants in California will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, while also adhering to CANRA and any other state or local ordinances regarding the protection of minors.
All applicants will be considered. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. AOT is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.