Per Scholas · 16 hours ago
Instructional Assistant, Cyber (3-6 month contract)
Los Angeles, California, United States
Contract
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$18/hr - $18/hrPer Scholas is a nonprofit organization on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity through tech training. They are seeking a Cyber Instructional Assistant to support the Lead Instructor and assist learners in technical training sessions, preparing them for CompTIA Certification and entry-level IT jobs.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Use the provided curriculum and materials to assist the lead instructor in conducting technical training sessions tailored to prepare learners for their CompTIA Certification Exam and Entry-Level ITS jobs
Monitor and assist the class of learners (sized 15 - 30 ) via video conferencing or within the physical lab (classroom) environment
Troubleshoot issues with lab equipment, software, or network including audio/visual
Assist learners with individual needs and questions, comments, or concerns
Perform office hours/tutoring for learners in need or those falling behind
Serve as a timekeeper to assist the instructor in keeping time tables and schedules e.g. breaks, timers, and more
Grade / Review Labs, Assessments & Assignments
Utilize the learner management system canvasLMS to monitor and address learner grades, performance, attendance, etc
Take attendance using various platforms
Review curriculum materials and report discrepancies to the curriculum development team
Participate in daily/weekly check-ins with the Lead Instructor to discuss challenges, lab / learner needs, agendas, timelines, and etc
Participate in bi-weekly check-ins with Management
Perform data entry and record keeping in various software applications such as salesforce
Participate in weekly check-ins with career advancement coaches
Meet with learners 1 on 1 to discuss grades, attendance, and any learning concerns
Upskill / Crosstrain in order to support any class type e.g. I.T. Support, networking and obtaining vouchers for other certifications (Including but not limited to CompTIA Certifications)
Perform out-of-class tasks and projects
Use various platforms such as CanvasLMS, Udemy, Coursera, & LinkedIn Learning in order to upskill in different areas
Occasionally perform lead instructor duties e.g. teaching lessons or parts of lessons in preparation for promotion to teach a class
Qualification
Required
Graduate of Per Scholas
Any relevant experience to information technology
Recommended by a Per Scholas Instructor / Staff Member
Certified in Security+ or other relevant cyber security certifications
Ability to learn new skills in a timely manner
Interested in upskilling & improving
Excellent verbal and written communication
Tech Savvy - Basic understanding of information technology
Interested in teaching/helping others learn
Receptive to feedback
Team-oriented, ability to communicate thoughts and ideas
Responsible, flexible, adaptable, and communicative
Ability to work asynchronously without the need for micromanagement
Ability to work in a fast-paced ever changing start-up type environment, and believe deeply in the Per Scholas mission of knowing any individual from any of the many diverse communities has talent, and should be recognized, and recruited from, and that any member of these communities should be able to achieve a well-paying position and a career
Company
Per Scholas
Per Scholas is proud to celebrate 30 years of fostering economic mobility by giving individuals from diverse backgrounds access to high-growth tech careers.
Founded in 1995
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Damon Lucky
Chief Executive Officer
Kenneth L. W.
Executive Vice President, Advisor to the CEO
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