Online Software Development Academic Support Specialist (Part-time)

ECPI University; United States; Remote; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health Advocate

Industry certifications

EAP

Employee Discounts

iPad/Computer Purchase Program

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

ECPI University is seeking an Online Software Development Academic Support Specialist to assist students in our online CS courses. This remote, part-time role requires evenings and weekends availability.

You will work one-to-one with students, reinforce core CS concepts, and help with labs and projects, while using tools like GitHub and Visual Studio to guide learning and skill development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science-related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• 1–2 years relevant work experience within the past 5 years required.
• Strong CS fundamentals: data structures, algorithms, OOP, and SQL.
• Experience with Git/GitHub and Visual Studio.
• Ability to tutor, mentor, and guide students in labs and projects.

Responsibilities

• Work 1-to-1 with students to help develop academic skills and complete coursework.
• Engage with tutoring strategies: active listening, note-taking, questions, encouragement.
• Coach students on study skills: reading, organization, time management.
• Provide academic technology support and troubleshoot issues.
• Develop and gather resources (videos, documents, articles) for student learning.
• Document session notes in the learning management system.
• Support faculty and provide feedback on curriculum updates.

Skills

Data structures

Algorithms

OOP

SQL

Git/GitHub

Visual Studio

Debugging

Student mentoring

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science-related field

Tools

Git/GitHub

Visual Studio

Job description

Online Software Development Academic Support Specialist (Part-time)

Job Category: Faculty

Requisition Number: ONLIN003475

• Posted : July 18, 2025
• Part-Time
• Remote

Locations

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Remote
United States

Description

Description:

This is a Remote position. This is a Part-time opportunity. Evening and weekend availability required.

Overview:

The Academic Support Specialist provides academic instructional support services to students in our Online Software Development, Coding, and Programming courses.

Responsibilities:

• Working 1-to-1 with students to help them develop their academic skills and assist them through coursework
• Engaging with tutoring strategies such as active listening, note-taking, asking questions, and providing encouragement to students
• Supporting students with study skills such as reading, note-taking, organization, and time management through coaching, tutoring, and mentoring
• Troubleshooting to provide academic technology support
• Performing outreach to students needing additional support in their academic coursework
• Developing and gathering additional resources through the mediums of videos, documents, articles, or websites to further support student learning
• Documenting session notes in a learning management system
• Supporting faculty and providing feedback on curriculum updates

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science-related program from a regionally accredited institution.

1-2 years relevant work experience within the past 5 years required

Skills/Abilities:

• Proficiency in core CS concepts such as Data structures (arrays, lists, stacks, queues), Algorithms (sorting, searching, recursion), Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), and Basic database management (SQL),
• Experience with Software Development Tools such as Git/GitHub (version control basics), Visual Studio.
• Experience with Debugging tools and strategies
• Ability to walk students through labs, code exercises, and projects — not just theory
• Ability to quickly build connections with students using strong interpersonal skills (including approachability and empathy)
• Experience in a student-centric and hands-on learning environment
• Ability to work in a 5-week accelerated course environment
• Ability to self-manage and work independently in a remote environment
• Ability to prioritize multiple, competing tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills
• The highest levels of integrity at all times
• Strong listening skills and ability to see multiple perspectives

Technical Requirements:

Reliable high-speed internet required

Benefits of Employment

ECPI University provides comprehensive benefits on the first of the month after thirty (30) days of employment, some of which are highlighted below:

• Competitive compensation
• Health Advocate
• Some industry certifications
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts (i.e., Tickets at Work, Verizon Wireless, MetLife Pet Insurance)
• iPad/Computer Purchase Program
• Employee Referral Program

ECPI University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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