Per Scholas · 16 hours ago
Instructional Assistant (Data Engineer)
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$18/hr - $18/hrPer Scholas is dedicated to driving mobility and opportunity in the technology landscape through rigorous tech training. They are seeking an Instructional Assistant (Data Engineer) to assist in conducting technical training and support learners in their journey to become outstanding technicians.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Using a structured and approved curriculum, assist the Technical Instructor in conducting technical training to prepare learners for entry to mid-level Information Technology jobs
Assist classroom facilitation in a highly interactive, hands-on style
The IA will consult with the Instructor before providing current learners with any review materials, videos, or other support
The IA will form and lead study groups using the instructor's evaluations
The instructor and the learners will determine topics
These study groups can be held during class time (as the instructor approves) or before/after class
The IA will consult with the instructor to determine the activities for the present and upcoming days and assist in gathering the necessary tools to conduct the lectures and hands-on labs
The IA will understand the curriculum and be prepared to conduct a lesson if the instructor needs to be out of the classroom
Please note an IA will not be asked to facilitate a lesson for an extended period
The IA will ensure that all equipment loaned to or used by the learners is returned to the instructor, the storage closet, or the person from whom it was borrowed
Utilize an in-house Learning Management System for assignments, tests, real-time performance monitoring, and assisting in entering learner attendance/grades/scorecards
The Per Scholas curriculum calls for a maximum of 1.5 hours of lecture in a 6-hour teaching day
The rest of the time is dedicated to interactive, hands-on lab activities led by the Technical Instructor
Class sizes range from 15-30 learners
Provide learners with ongoing feedback, recognize any challenges early, and work with the instructor and/or coaches and learners to overcome them
Coordinate closely with learners’ instructors and career coaches on enforcing program rules and promoting learner success
Implement individualized study plans for learners who are struggling in the class
Participate in all required learner progress meetings with other members of the team
Monitor and enforce learner class attendance, dress code, and other program policies
Participate in staff meetings
Conduct real-time learner data entry in Salesforce and/or Canvas
Qualification
Required
Graduate of a Per Scholas Training Program
Obtained all certifications offered in the training course in which you participated
Ability to teach in a highly interactive and hands-on style
Passion for teaching others
Flexibility to adapt to changes in schedule
Interest in being part of a culture of continuous improvement
Team oriented
Highly responsive communicator
Excellent verbal communication skills
You thrive in a creative, inventive, fast-paced startup environment with people who are passionate about their work and mission
You are data-driven, result-oriented, and a forward-looking catalyst for social change
You have a collaborative and flexible work style. You're excited to work cross-functionally with other departments and independently
You are an effective communicator with strong oral and written skills
You are tech-savvy and can learn quickly
You are strong at time management and can balance multiple projects and tasks
You stand behind our mission, believing that individuals from any community should have access to well-paying career positions and that talent should be recognized and recruited from diverse sources
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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