Instructional Assistant (Cybersecurity)

Per Scholas; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 days PTO

Comprehensive medical benefits

401(k) match

Parental leave

Wellness hours

Job summary

Per Scholas is seeking a Cybersecurity Instructional Associate in the Los Angeles area. This temp role supports lead instructors, assists learners, and helps run technical training sessions as part of the Tech Instruction Training Team.

You will help learners prepare for CompTIA exams and entry‑level SOC Analyst roles, with a focus on hands‑on labs and coursework. The position emphasizes asynchronous collaboration, strong communication, and adaptability in a start‑up style environment, with

Qualifications

• Graduate of Per Scholas; IT knowledge and exposure preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn new skills quickly and adapt.
• Team‑oriented, collaborative and adaptable.
• Interest in teaching/helping others learn and provide feedback.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Instructor during technical training sessions and labs.
• Support learners before, during, and after classes, including tutoring.
• Troubleshoot lab equipment, software, and network issues.
• Maintain class records and attendance in CanvasLMS.
• Review labs and assessments; provide feedback to learners.
• Support timekeeping, scheduling, and coordination with instructors.

Skills

Team oriented

Excellent verbal and written comm.

Ability to learn quickly

Organizational skills

Communication

Asynchronous work

Education

Graduate of Per Scholas

Tools

CanvasLMS

Salesforce

Udemy

Coursera

LinkedIn Learning

Job description

For 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 30,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. Learn more by visiting PerScholas.org and follow us on LinkedIn , X , Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube.

Per Scholas candidates must reside in one of the following states, provided the position does not carry a specific office location requirement: AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX, WA.

Position Title: Instructional Assistant (Cyber)

Duration: Temporary Position (5-6 months)

Rate: $21/hr

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Per Scholas is seeking a dynamic, team-oriented individual to serve as a Cybersecurity - Instructional Associate to join our ever-expanding organization. This role is only open to applicants in the Los Angeles, CA area. This person will join our Technical Instruction Training Team and be classified as a support instructor. The Instructional Associate will play an important role in our organization’s mission, as they train Per Scholas learners to be outstanding entry-level technicians. They will be responsible for the following:

Main Objectives

The candidate should be able to:

• Provide effective support to the Lead Instructor in and out of training sessions (Class).
• Provide effective support to Learners in and out of training sessions.
• Display knowledge or ability to understand basic information technology areas including:
• Software
• Networking
• Security
• Troubleshooting

Responsibilities

• Use the provided curriculum and materials to assist the lead instructor in conducting technical training sessions tailored to prepare learners for their CompTIA Certification Exam and Entry-Level SOC Analyst jobs.
• Monitor and assist the class of learners (sized 30-36) via video conferencing or within the physical lab (classroom) environment.
• Troubleshoot issues with lab equipment, software, or network including audio/visual.
• Assist learners with individual needs and questions, comments, or concerns.
• Perform office hours/tutoring for learners in need or those falling behind.
• Serve as a timekeeper to assist the instructor in keeping time tables and schedules e.g. breaks, timers, and more.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Grade / Review Labs, Assessments & Assignments
• Utilize the learner management system CanvasLMS to monitor and address learner grades, performance, attendance, etc.
• Take attendance using various platforms.
• Review curriculum materials and report discrepancies to the curriculum development team.
• Participate in daily/weekly check-ins with the Lead Instructor to discuss challenges, lab/learner needs, agendas, timelines, etc.
• Participate in bi-weekly check-ins with Management.
• Perform data entry and record keeping in various software applications such as Salesforce.
• Participate in weekly check-ins with career advancement coaches.
• Meet with learners 1 on 1 to discuss grades, attendance, and any learning concerns.

Growth Responsibilities

• Upskill/cross‑train to support any class type e.g. I.T. Support, networking, and obtaining vouchers for other certifications (including but not limited to CompTIA Certifications).
• Perform out-of‑class tasks and projects.
• Use various platforms such as CanvasLMS, Udemy, Coursera, & LinkedIn Learning to upskill in different areas.
• Occasionally perform lead instructor duties e.g. teaching lessons or parts of lessons in preparation for promotion to teach a class.

Qualifications

A good candidate should have some, if not most of the following:

• Graduate of Per Scholas
• Any relevant experience in information technology
• Recommended by a Per Scholas Instructor / Staff Member
• Certified in Security+, CySA+, or other relevant cyber security certifications
• Ability to learn new skills promptly
• Interested in upskilling & improving
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Tech‑savvy - Basic understanding of information technology
• Interested in teaching/helping others learn
• Receptive to feedback
• Team-oriented, ability to communicate thoughts and ideas.
• Responsible, flexible, adaptable, and communicative
• Ability to work asynchronously without the need for micromanagement.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced ever changing start-up type environment, and believe deeply in the Per Scholas mission of knowing any individual from any of the many diverse communities has talent, and should be recognized, and recruited from, and that any member of these communities should be able to achieve a well‑paying position and a career.

Benefits

Holidays & PTO: Full-TimePer Scholas team members enjoy over 40 days of paid time off each year through a mix of holidays, vacation, and sick/personal time! All employees are eligible for Holiday pay upon hire (a total of 22 holidays annually, including a week off for Independence day and a week before the New Year). Full-Time Benefits Eligible employees also receive 80 Wellness Hours to use for Sick, Safe, or Personal reasons and accrue Vacation at a rate of 8 hours at the beginning of every month, supporting rest, recharge, and work-life balance. Vacation accruals increase with tenure. Part-time employees are afforded time off on a prorated basis and in accordance with local requirements.

Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Benefit eligible employees can choose from multiple medical plans through Cigna or Kaiser Permanente (where available), with options to fit your needs. Eligible employees also have access to a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) that reimburses eligible out-of-pocket expenses, up to $4,000 for individuals and $8,000 for families.

Dental and Vision Insurance: Eligible employees can select from two dental plan options and a vision plan. Employees who waive medical coverage receive employer paid dental and vision premiums.

Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a current 100% employer match on contributions up to 6%, eligible employees are offered entry and full vesting after 90 days with the company.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential, 24/7 access to counseling, legal support, and financial resources for employees and their household members.

Parental Leave: Eligible employees are offered up to 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave to support employees as they welcome a new child and bond with their family.

Additional Benefits & Perks: Eligible employees have access to employer-paid life and AD&D Insurance, as well as employer-paid short-term disability coverage, with the option to elect additional life coverage and long-term disability insurance. Flexible Spending accounts are available for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting expenses. Per Scholas also offers a range of voluntary benefits, including: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Services, and Pet Insurance. Additional resources include healthcare concierge support, financial wellness tools, and employee discount programs.

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