Per Scholas

Technology

InstructionalAssistant(CloudSystemsEngineering)

$2k+ United States CONTRACT Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Instructional Assistant (Cloud Systems Engineering) at Per Scholas. Skills: Cloud Systems Engineering, Instructional Assistance, Technical Training. Assist Technical Instructor in conducting technical training. Prepare learners for entry to mid-level IT jobs”

Industry & Context.

Technology
Problems you'll solve

Troubleshooting; Root cause analysis

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Working knowledge of Java, Working knowledge of Spring Boot, Experience querying relational databases, Daily use of Git/GitHub, Ability to navigate AWS, Build and run Docker containers, Ability to read and make small edits to Terraform or CloudFormation under review

Nice to Have

Familiarity with JPA/Hibernate, Exposure to MongoDB or NoSQL concepts, Awareness of unit testing concepts, Familiarity with IAM users and roles, Familiarity with EC2, Familiarity with S3, Familiarity with RDS, Familiarity with VPC, Understand images versus containers, Understanding of Agile/Scrum ceremonies

What You'll Do.

Assist Technical Instructor in conducting technical training

Prepare learners for entry to mid-level IT jobs

Conduct technical training

Assist classroom facilitation

Consult with Instructor before providing review materials

Form and lead study groups

Determine topics for study groups

Gather necessary tools for lectures and labs

Understand curriculum

Conduct a lesson if instructor is out

Ensure equipment is returned

Utilize Learning Management System

Enter learner attendance/grades/scorecards

Provide learners with ongoing feedback

Recognize challenges early

Work with instructor and coaches to overcome challenges

Coordinate with instructors and career coaches

Enforce program rules

Promote learner success

Implement individualized study plans

Participate in learner progress meetings

Monitor learner class attendance

Enforce learner dress code

Enforce program policies

Participate in staff meetings

Conduct real-time learner data entry

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Instructor and coaches; Learner progress meetings

Process & Methodology

Agile, Scrum

Full Job Description

ABOUT PER SCHOLAS: 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 preferred hires reside within the following states: AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX, WA Position Title: Instructional Assistant (Cloud Systems Engineering) Location: Remote Hourly: $20.00 Employment Type: Contract (4-5 months) Reports To: Senior Director, Technical Instruction WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: Per Scholas seeks a dynamic, team-oriented individual to serve as an Instructional Associate. The Instructional Associate will play an essential role in our organization’s mission as he/she trains Per Scholas learners to be outstanding entry and mid-level technicians. WHAT YOU’LL DO: Classroom Facilitation 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. Technical training competencies include but are not limited to hardware, software, networking, security, ser

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