Teaching Fellow

Per Scholas; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 49.000 - 59.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Holiday pay

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

Per Scholas is seeking a dynamic Teaching Fellow - IT Support in New York. You will join our Technical Instruction Training Team as a support instructor, training learners to become entry-level technicians and reinforcing the curriculum.

You will support the Lead Instructor, assist with lab sessions, manage classrooms, and help with administrative tasks while developing teaching skills for future leadership roles.

Formación

• Graduate of Per Scholas or equivalent IT experience.
• CompTIA A+, Google IT or related certifications preferred.
• Ability to learn new skills quickly.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Interest in teaching and supporting learners.

Responsabilidades

• Assist Lead Instructor in conducting technical training sessions.
• Monitor and assist learners (15–30 students) in lab or classroom environments.
• Troubleshoot lab equipment, software, or network issues.
• Provide tutoring/office hours for learners who need extra support.
• Support classroom time management and instructional pacing.

Conocimientos

IT basics

Troubleshooting

Networking

Security basics

Educación

Per Scholas graduate or IT experience

CompTIA A+/Google IT certs preferred

Descripción del empleo

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, WI.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Per Scholas is seeking a dynamic, team-oriented individual to serve as a Teaching Fellow - IT Support. This person will join our Technical Instruction Training Team and be classified as a support instructor. The Teaching Fellow will play an essential role in our organization’s mission, as they train Per Scholas learners to be outstanding entry-level technicians.

The Teaching Fellow will be responsible for providing effective support to the Lead Instructor and learners in and out of training sessions, reinforcing the curriculum, and assisting with classroom management and administrative tasks.

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:
  • Hardware
  • Software
  • Networking
  • Security
  • Troubleshooting
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Instructor in conducting technical training sessions.
• Monitor and assist learners (15–30 students) in lab or classroom environments.
• Troubleshoot lab equipment, software, or network issues.
• Provide tutoring/office hours for learners who need additional support.
• Support classroom time management and instructional pacing.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Grade and review labs, assessments, and assignments.
• Utilize LMS platforms (e.g., Canvas) to monitor learner performance and attendance.
• Perform data entry and record keeping in systems such as Salesforce.
• Participate in regular check-ins with instructors and management.
• Meet with learners 1:1 to discuss progress and performance.

Growth Responsibilities

• Upskill and cross-train to support additional course offerings.
• Engage in professional development using platforms such as Canvas, Udemy, Coursera, and LinkedIn Learning.
• Occasionally support instruction delivery in preparation for promotion to Lead Instructor.

Qualifications

Educational Qualifications

• Graduate of Per Scholas or equivalent IT experience.
• CompTIA A+, Google IT, or related certifications preferred.
• Ability to learn new skills quickly.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic understanding of information technology.
• Interest in teaching and supporting learners.

Interpersonal Qualifications

• Receptive to feedback.
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills.
• Responsible, flexible, and adaptable.
• Ability to work independently without micromanagement.
• Alignment with Per Scholas’ mission of creating career pathways for individuals from diverse communities.

For this role specifically, we are targeting a salary of $54,080, where the difference in salary is typically determined by several factors, including geography in which the selected candidate resides and alignment with qualifications and experience

#LI-Onsite

Per Scholas offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and overall quality of life!

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.

QUESTIONS?

If you have any questions about this role, please feel free to email our Talent team at [e-mail] . We look forward to viewing your application!

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