Live Instructor - Break Into Tech AI Developer Program (NYC)

PowerToFly; New York (NY); On-site; USD 68,880 - 96,432; Part time

Job summary

PowerToFly is seeking a Live Instructor for the Break Into Tech AI Developer Program in New York City. This part-time freelance role involves facilitating weekly live sessions, supporting adult learners, and guiding them through technical subjects.

The instructor will help students build confidence while they learn foundational web development skills and modern AI technologies. A strong technical background and teaching experience are essential for this role, which offers flexible preparation hours and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React.
• Experience teaching or mentoring adult learners.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to beginners.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate weekly live sessions for a cohort of adult learners.
• Guide students through instructional content and hands-on exercises.
• Lead technical demonstrations and troubleshoot challenges.

Skills

Semantic HTML and responsive CSS

JavaScript fundamentals

React.js, including Hooks

Python

Flask

OpenAI APIs

LangChain

SQL databases

Pinecone

Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)

Job description

Job Summary

Skillcrush is seeking an engaging and knowledgeable Live Instructor to support a cohort of scholarship students enrolled in the Break Into Tech AI Developer Program, a beginner-friendly training program designed to help adult learners launch careers in technology.

This role is ideal for someone who combines strong technical expertise with a passion for teaching. As the Live Instructor, you will facilitate weekly in-person sessions, answer student questions, lead technical demonstrations, and help learners build confidence as they progress through the curriculum.

While students complete structured online coursework independently throughout the week, you will serve as a trusted guide, helping connect concepts, clarify challenges, and foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

About Skillcrush

Skillcrush helps people break into tech through accessible, beginner-friendly education designed to support career transitions into high-growth technology fields. Our programs combine self‑paced learning, instructor support, project‑based coursework, and community engagement to help students develop practical, job‑ready skills.

About the Program

The Break Into Tech AI Developer Program is a workforce development initiative designed to help new‑to‑tech learners build foundational web development skills while exploring modern AI tools and technologies.

Students progress through structured online lessons covering front‑end and back‑end development, programming fundamentals, web applications, databases, and AI‑powered development workflows. Weekly live sessions provide opportunities for hands‑on practice, technical demonstrations, collaborative learning, and real‑time support.

Expected Time Commitment

This is a part‑time freelance engagement with an estimated commitment of approximately 6.5 hours per week throughout the program.

The anticipated time allocation includes:

• Weekly live instruction: 3 hours onsite every Friday
• Lesson preparation and session review: Approximately 3.5 hours per week (remote)
• Instructor onboarding and training: Approximately 15-20 hours before program launch (remote)

The total estimated commitment for the duration of the program is approximately 183 hours, including live instruction, preparation time, and onboarding.

Schedule and location

• This is an in‑person position based in New York City.
• The instructor must be available onsite at Civic Hall (124 E 14th St, New York, NY 10003) every Friday from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM for the duration of the program.
• Program dates: September 18, 2026 – March 26, 2027
• Lesson plans, instructional materials, and onboarding support will be provided in advance.

What you'll do

• Facilitate weekly live sessions for a cohort of approximately 15 adult learners
• Guide students through instructional content, technical concepts, tutorials, and hands‑on exercises
• Lead live coding demonstrations and technical walkthroughs
• Support students as they build and expand project‑based assignments
• Host open Q&A discussions and troubleshoot technical challenges in real time
• Reinforce key concepts from the self‑paced curriculum
• Foster an inclusive, encouraging, and engaging classroom environment
• Help students build confidence as they progress through the program

What we are looking for

Technical background

We're looking for candidates with hands‑on experience across some or all of the following technologies:

• Semantic HTML and responsive CSS
• JavaScript fundamentals
• React.js, including HooksGit and GitHub
• Python
• Flask
• OpenAI APIs
• LangChain
• SQL databases
• Pinecone
• Retrieval‑Augmented Generation (RAG) concepts and implementations

Teaching and soft skills

• Experience teaching, mentoring, coaching, or facilitating learning for adult learners
• Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to beginner‑level audiences
• Strong verbal communication and presentation skills
• Experience creating supportive and inclusive learning environments
• Ability to adapt instruction based on varying student skill levels and learning styles
• Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and empathy
• Commitment to supporting learners from diverse and historically underrepresented backgrounds
• Reliable availability throughout the full duration of the program

Compensation

This is a freelance/contract position.

Compensation will be provided on an hourly basis at a rate of USD 50-70 per hour, depending on experience, qualifications, and instructional background.

Instructors will be compensated for scheduled live teaching sessions, weekly preparation time and approved onboarding/training activities.

Equal employment opportunity statement

Creating opportunities and fostering a culture of belonging are central to Skillcrush's mission. We believe that innovation, learning, and impact are strengthened when people with different backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and ideas come together.

As an education‑focused organization, we are committed to creating welcoming and supportive environments for our students, instructors, employees, contractors, partners, and community members. We strive to reduce barriers to opportunity and ensure that all individuals are treated with fairness, dignity, and respect throughout our programs and employment practices.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.