Instructor - Competitive Programming (DSA)

Newton School; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton School seeks an enthusiastic Instructor to mentor the next generation of software engineers in Bengaluru. The role focuses on teaching Data Structures & Algorithms and Competitive Programming, guiding students through problem-solving strategies and coding patterns.

The candidate will help learners prepare for coding contests and technical interviews, while fostering strong mentoring and communication skills in a fast-paced, hands-on learning environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in Software Development, Competitive Programming, or Teaching/TA roles.
• Strong command of Data Structures & Algorithms and problem-solving skills.
• Solid programming ability in C++ is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct engaging classroom sessions on DSA and Competitive Programming.
• Teach algorithms, data structures, problem-solving techniques, and coding patterns.
• Mentor students through progressively challenging coding problems and assign practice problems.

Skills

DSA fundamentals

Competitive programming

Mentoring

C++ proficiency

Tools

Codeforces

CodeChef

LeetCode

AtCoder

Job description

About the Company: Newton School of Technology (NST) is a new-age institution redefining technical educationin India. Founded by IIT alumni, NST offers a 4-year B. Tech in Computer Science and AI,focused on hands-on learning and deep industry integration. Within two years, over 93%ofstudents have secured paid internships with companies like Razorpay, SarvamAI, andDRDO, along with global exposure through tech treks to Singapore and Silicon Valley. Ledby a distinguished faculty comprising ICPC World Finalists and ex-professionals from ISRO,Microsoft, MakeMyTrip, and several other leading tech organizations, NST is building ascalable, high-impact model that produces industry-ready talent for the world’s mostadvanced technology roles.

About the Role: We are looking for a Competitive Programming / DSA enthusiast who can inspire and mentor the next generation of software engineers.

As an Instructor, you will be responsible for teaching Data Structures & Algorithms and Competitive Programming, helping students develop strong problem-solving skills and preparing them for coding competitions, technical interviews, and software engineering careers.

This role is particularly suited for someone who has a strong programming background and genuinely enjoys solving challenging problems and teaching others how to approach them.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct engaging classroom sessions on DSA and Competitive Programming.
• Teach algorithms, data structures, problem-solving techniques, and coding patterns.
• Mentor students through progressively challenging coding problems.
• Prepare coding assignments, contests, assessments, and practice problems.
• Conduct doubt-solving and individual/group mentoring sessions.
• Help students improve their performance on platforms such as Codeforces, CodeChef, LeetCode, and AtCoder.
• Mentor students for competitive programming contests and technical interviews.
• Track student performance and provide actionable feedback.
• Collaborate with the academic team to continuously improve curriculum, problem sets, and learning outcomes.

What We're Looking For:

• 1–2 years of experience in Software Development, Competitive Programming, Coding Instruction, Teaching Assistance, or a related field.
• Strong command of Data Structures & Algorithms.
• Strong programming skills in C++ preferred.
• Demonstrated Competitive Programming experience.
• Experience with platforms such as Codeforces, CodeChef, AtCoder, LeetCode, etc.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and mentoring skills.
• A genuine interest in teaching and mentoring students.

Good to Have

• Strong Codeforces / CodeChef rating.
• ICPC participation or experience in competitive programming contests.
• Experience mentoring students or conducting coding sessions.
• Experience creating programming problems or conducting coding contests.
• Strong understanding of algorithms beyond interview-level DSA.

Why join NST?

• Be part of a mission-driven team bridging the gap between education and employability through hands-on, industry-focused learning. Work with ICPC world finalists, ex-Googlers,
• ex-ISRO scientists, and IIT/IISc mentors from Google, CRED, Swiggy, and Goldman Sachs.
• Gain real-world exposure through AI, open-source, and government-backed projects with IITs. Learn Full Stack Development, Data Science, and DevOps with a placement-driven curriculum, mock interviews, and 2,000+ hiring partners. Shape India’s next generation of tech leaders.