Facilitator, Software Engineering (9 Week Program)

Company: The Flatiron School
Location: New York
Posted on: January 23, 2025

Job Description:

We are seeking passionate Software Engineering technical experts who are eager to nurture the next generation of technologists and creatives. We take pride in creating a vibrant community of expert facilitators who possess deep industry knowledge and a genuine enthusiasm for mentoring and guiding students.In this contractor opportunity, a facilitator will guide a small class of up to 5 learners through online coursework. Utilizing the curriculum and technology provided by Flatiron School, your primary focus will be facilitating a weekly 1-hour discussion during the course, as well as providing personalized asynchronous written and video feedback on projects assigned during the course.There are three different courses:

• Essentials: Software Engineering Fundamentals, Front-End Development - JavaScript Fundamentals, Front End Development - JavaScript Interactions.
• Frontend Foundations: Front-End Development - React 1, Front-End Development - React 2, Introduction to Python.
• Backend Foundations: Object-Oriented Programming with Python, API Development with Python, Relational Databases, Backend Development with Python.Schedule:
  • 2 - hour time commitment per week.
  • 9 weeks of coursework over 11 weeks. The course is structured as 3 weeks of facilitation, 1 week break, 3 weeks of facilitation, 1 week break, followed by 3 weeks of facilitation.
  • Please note that this part time and fixed term contract opportunity requires 1 hour of synchronous facilitation which takes place on Wednesdays at 8pm CST.Qualifications:
    • 4 years of professional experience in the field with some mentoring/leadership. experience preferred. Contract and part-time work experience is considered relevant experience.
    • Preferred experience in instructional or mentoring roles, demonstrating a commitment to guiding and empowering others.Requirements:
      • Leadership Presence: Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth among learners.
      • Real-world Application: Connect curriculum concepts with practical, real-world applications, enriching the learning experience and enhancing learners' understanding.Responsibilities:
        • Assessment and Feedback: Provide assessment grading and constructive feedback on learners' projects, helping them refine their skills and achieve their goals.
        • Workshop Facilitation: Lead a small group of learners, fostering a collaborative environment and leveraging your expertise to facilitate lively discussion that connects the course milestones to real-world applications.
        • Value Representation: Exemplify and uphold Flatiron School's values in all interactions and engagements within the community.Why Join Us:
          • Make a meaningful impact by empowering individuals to thrive in the technical field.
          • Access to a vibrant community of learners, mentors, and industry professionals.Compensation:
            • $1,800 for the contract, paid bi-weekly during those weeks of facilitation excluding break weeksFor Colorado Residents: Application Deadline: There is no application deadline as we will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis.
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