We’re Hiring: Data Science Instructor (Contract) - New York
Position Title: Data Science Instructor
Position Type: Contract (January 2024 - May 2024)
Contract Rate: $3,600 per cohort (2 cohorts available, priority given to applicants who can commit to both cohorts)
Location: New York City
Deadline to apply: Friday, December 1, 2023 but will be reviewing apps 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 3,500+ 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.
Who We Are Looking For:
We are currently looking for exciting and engaging Data Science Instructors to deliver the data science sessions of our Tech Flex Leaders program using the AOT Data Science curriculum. The Tech Flex Leaders (TFL) Program is an immersive out-of-school time program for juniors and seniors enrolled in a New York City, Los Angeles, or Miami high school. 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, and career days and mentorship opportunities with representatives from leading technology companies.
Technical sessions are held virtually over Zoom and in-person. This is a great opportunity for a career technologist looking to inspire the next generation of technology leaders. Successful candidates are solutions-oriented, data loving, entrepreneurial and passionate about education.
TFL Instructors will report to the Program Director and work closely with the Program Team to ensure high-quality instruction.
Instructor Responsibilities:
Session Dates: All session dates are virtual, unless otherwise noted.
Qualifications:
Education:
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, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.
Apply Below:
Position Type: Contract (January 2024 - May 2024)
Contract Rate: $3,600 per cohort (2 cohorts available, priority given to applicants who can commit to both cohorts)
Location: New York City
Deadline to apply: Friday, December 1, 2023 but will be reviewing apps 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 3,500+ 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.
Who We Are Looking For:
We are currently looking for exciting and engaging Data Science Instructors to deliver the data science sessions of our Tech Flex Leaders program using the AOT Data Science curriculum. The Tech Flex Leaders (TFL) Program is an immersive out-of-school time program for juniors and seniors enrolled in a New York City, Los Angeles, or Miami high school. 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, and career days and mentorship opportunities with representatives from leading technology companies.
Technical sessions are held virtually over Zoom and in-person. This is a great opportunity for a career technologist looking to inspire the next generation of technology leaders. Successful candidates are solutions-oriented, data loving, entrepreneurial and passionate about education.
TFL Instructors will report to the Program Director and work closely with the Program Team to ensure high-quality instruction.
Instructor Responsibilities:
- Attend a 1-hour virtual onboarding session on Wednesday, January 10th from 5:30-6:30 PM EST
- Commit to 5 hours/week, including instructional time, optional student office hours, and prep/planning time PER cohort
- 2 cohorts available:
- Instruct all sessions of the AOT Data Science curriculum on Tuesdays from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST and/or Wednesdays from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST.
- NOTE: Students are in the session from 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM; The additional time before and after session will be spent syncing with the Program Manager and prepping for the session
- Student office hour and prep/planning time schedule would be determined with Program Director upon hire
- Instruct all sessions of the AOT Data Science curriculum on Tuesdays from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST and/or Wednesdays from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST.
- 2 cohorts available:
- Support Program Manager with assessment of student projects and assignments
- Work with Program Manager and Program Director to discuss curriculum adjustments, as needed
- Plan engaging activities that complement AOT curriculum and respond to student need
Session Dates: All session dates are virtual, unless otherwise noted.
- Tuesday Cohort
- Tuesday, January 16, 2024- Orientation, In-Person
- Tuesday, January 23, 2024
- Tuesday, January 30, 2024
- Tuesday, February 6, 2024
- Tuesday, February 13, 2024
- Tuesday, February 20, 2024
- Tuesday, March 5, 2024
- Tuesday, March 12, 2024
- Tuesday, March 19, 2024- In-Person
- Tuesday, March 26, 2024
- Tuesday, April 2nd, 2024
- Tuesday, April 9, 2024
- Tuesday, April 16, 2024
- Tuesday, May 7, 2024
- Tuesday, May 14, 2024
- Tuesday, May 21, 2024- In-Person
- Thursday, May 30, 2024- In-Person, Graduation
- Wednesday Cohort
- Wednesday, January 17, 2024- Orientation, In-Person
- Wednesday, January 24, 2024
- Wednesday, January 31, 2024
- Wednesday, February 7, 2024
- Wednesday, February 14, 2024
- Wednesday, February 21, 2024
- Wednesday, March 6, 2024
- Wednesday, March 13, 2024
- Wednesday, March 20, 2024- In-Person
- Wednesday, March 27, 2024
- Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024
- Wednesday, April 10, 2024
- Wednesday, April 17, 2024
- Wednesday, May 8, 2024
- Wednesday, May 15, 2024
- Wednesday, May 22, 2024- In-Person
- Thursday, May 30, 2024- In-Person, Graduation
Qualifications:
- Expertise and/or experience in Data Science (Python, Jupyter Notebooks, Machine Learning, SQL)
- Ability to explain Data Science concepts in multiple ways
- Ability to pivot while facilitating a session
- Strong communication and facilitation skills with an eye for cultural competency
- Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a fast-paced team environment
- Proficiency in Google Suite (especially Google Docs, Google Slides, Google Sheets and Google Classroom)
- Experience teaching in front of a class of high school students is a PLUS!
Education:
- Relevant Bachelor's Degree
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, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.
Apply Below: