Instructor PT- Dallas (Onsite)

MyComputerCareer.com, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Job summary

MyComputerCareer.com, Inc. in Dallas is seeking an Instructor to support students in achieving academic success in IT. The role involves instructing classes, coaching students one-on-one, and ensuring they meet academic performance standards.

Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's in IT and have a minimum of 6 months practical experience in the industry. Evening hours availability is required. Join a family-like culture focused on customer success and excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of practical work experience in the IT industry.
• Currently able to obtain relevant certifications for courses being taught.
• Experience managing student attendance and certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Lead Instructor in providing IT instruction.
• Coach and advise students for academic success.
• Ensure student cohorts meet academic performance standards.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work well with others

Self-motivated and high energy level

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

Canvas Learning Management System

Job description

At MyComputerCareer , we’re transforming lives through tech education! Our mission-driven team is dedicated to helping students achieve life-changing careers in IT. With a family-like culture rooted in Love, Customer First, Excellence, and Ethics , we’re focused on making a lasting impact. Join us and be part of a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your contributions truly matter.

COMPENSATION

$18 p/hr

HOURS

Mon-Thursday 6pm-11pm CST and Saturdays 9am-3pm CST

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Instructor is responsible for supporting the academic, attendance, and certification success of assigned student cohorts in assigned academic delivery methodologies. The Instructor will be expected to communicate effectively in group environments, as well as in one-on-one student coaching or advising sessions.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the Lead Instructor in providing Information Technology instruction to class populations of varying sizes in the Resident, online, and/or hybrid academic delivery methodologies, as assigned.
• Using various communication tools such as phone, chat, email, text, video, or in-person, verbally, and in writing, coach and advise students one-on-one to achieve academic, attendance, and certification success.
• Ensure assigned student cohorts meet academic performance and attendance standards to successfully pass each class and achieve standards at evaluation periods.
• Support the Lead Instructor in managing the certification progress of students, including tutoring students, issuing Golden Tickets, helping students schedule for exams, and following up with students on exam outcomes.
• Respond timely and accurately to student questions and concerns.
• Document all student issues and communication.
• Actively manage the support of student tutoring and assistance in the campus or online Flex rooms, as assigned, including opening and closing the Flex room in the online environment.
• Work with the Lead Instructor to plan, prepare, and deliver curriculum and instructional activities to provide students with an outstanding academic and training experience during each class session that prepares students to take their certification exams.
• Work with the Lead Instructor to establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities, per the published syllabus.
• Use relevant technology to support instruction.
• Communicate with the technology administrator to resolve student issues as it relates to their learning management system.
• Instruct, monitor, and help troubleshoot students’ use of learning materials and equipment.
• Pursue professional development to bring current industry trends into the classroom environment.
• Maintain discipline and manage student behavior in accordance with the policies and disciplinary systems of the school.
• Contribute to the enhancement of the academic and training program by providing constructive feedback in structured and informal meetings, sharing ideas, participating in pilot programs, and helping to maintain or implement new curricula or learning activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES

• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to handle student issues.
• Currently have, or are able to, obtain the certifications relative to the courses being taught.
• Must be able to work evening hours.
• Self‑motivated and high energy level.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to provide support outside of assigned role.
• Meet specific statistical standards.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Information Technology or a related field; or a combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 6 months of practical work experience in the IT industry.
• Previous experience managing student attendance, completion, and certifications is preferred.
• Troubleshooting experience with the Canvas Learning Management System is preferred.

PHYSICAL AND COGNITIVE DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is: Listen to employees and communicate verbal and written feedback. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Observe and detect concerns or areas for improvement within the workplace. Frequently move about the office and customer/prospect locations in diverse environments. Maintain a high level of consistent cognitive function to negotiate complex transactions with employees and students or vendors. Stoop, kneel, or crouch when maneuvering the office environment. Lift up 25lbs at times.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other duties, as assigned by their supervisor.