Next Level Rails Instructor

Tech Talent South; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 27,552 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

Tech Talent South is seeking an instructor in Dallas, Texas, to lead and support students during a 4-week course, teaching various coding topics.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about teaching, skilled in multiple programming languages, and effective in communicating with beginners. Responsibilities include preparing materials, mentoring students, and conducting workshops.

Qualifications

• Skills and experience in the topics you'll be teaching.
• Ability to communicate effectively to beginners.
• Passion and understanding of teaching code.
• Good attitude and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead instruction of course material.
• Mentor students during and outside of class.
• Prepare course materials and homework.
• Lead workshops with community organizers.
• Participate in weekly team calls.

Skills

Ruby on Rails

HTML/CSS

Front‑End Frameworks

jQuery/Angular/React

SQL

APIs/REST

Git and Github

Deployment

Swift/Objective‑C

iOS

Java

PHP/Laravel

Wordpress

backend services like Firebase or Parse

Job description

Job Description

As an instructor, you are responsible for the student experience in and out of the classroom. These responsibilities specifically lie in the realm of instruction as it pertains to the curriculum set forth by Tech Talent South.

• Lead instruction of course material in specified class hours.
• Attend and mentor students during office hours.
• Be available to mentor students outside of class and office hours.
• Prepare and create materials, coursework, and homework for students.
• Lead workshops in tandem with community organizers.
• Actively participate and contribute to weekly team calls.
• Teach in a rewarding atmosphere.
• Take on occasional side projects that may, or may not, be exclusive to your campus.

Qualifications

What we're looking for:

• Skills and experience in the topic(s) you’ll be teaching in class (examples include Ruby on Rails, HTML/CSS, Front‑End Frameworks, jQuery/Angular/React, SQL, APIs/REST, Git and Github, Deployment, Swift/Objective‑C, iOS, Java, PHP/Laravel, Wordpress, backend services like Firebase or Parse).
• More important than deep technical experience is the ability to communicate effectively to beginners—good communication skills and social aptitude are key.
• Passion and understanding of teaching code; dedication, persistence, patience, attention to detail, and enthusiasm.
• A good and inviting attitude.

Additional Information

• 4‑week commitment

• Monday and Wednesday, 6‑9 pm

• Must be available: 2/20/17‑3/15/17

• Location: TBD