Software Engineering Technical Interview Preparation, Adjunct Instructor
Job Description
About the Role
Title: Software Engineering Technical Interview Prep, Adjunct Instructor (Masters Degree or PhD)
Location: Remote, United States
Job Description:
CodePath is a national non-profit that is reprogramming higher education to create the most diverse generation of software engineers, CTOs, and founders. We deliver industry-vetted courses and career support centered on the needs of Black, Latino/a, Indigenous, and low-income students. Our students train with senior engineers, intern at top companies, and rise together to become the tech leaders of tomorrow. As of 2023, we’ve served 10,000 students a year nationwide, and we plan to scale up to ~100,000 students a year by 2028.
Founded in 2017, CodePath has taught over 26,000 students and delivered courses across over 110 universities. We are supported by some of the largest and most well-respected organizations, including Amazon, Andreessen Horowitz, Blue Meridian Partners, Comcast, Google, JP Morgan Chase, Knight Foundation, Meta, New Profit, and Salesforce, among others. In 2024, CodePath was recognized as one of the Most Innovative Companies in Education by Fast Company.
** We will never ask for bank information or for you to download any programs as part of our job application process and initial communications to applicants will be sent directly from our HR department.
About the Role
Location: Remote, United States
Duration: Contractor, December 2024 – May 2025 (Training start and the Spring Academic Term)
Reports To: Program Manager
Compensation: $75-$100 per hour
Lead instructors are responsible for providing in-class instruction and are the âfaceâ of CodePath’s classes taught to university students across the nation. Lead instructors plan for engaging lessons using CodePath curriculum and ensure the course is meeting program KPIs while integrating student feedback throughout the program. Instructors also might work with co-instructors and teaching assistants to coordinate in class activities and support.
We are looking specifically for instructors with a masters or PhD in a field related to software engineering to lead our Technical Interview Prep (TIP) courses as we build further partnerships between CodePath and various universities across the country. These are synchronous remote classes across 1 academic semester in the Spring which cover the key concepts and strategies students need to know to ace technical interviews and land a full-time position or internship as a software engineer or related tech role. We offer both an Introductory Technical Interview Prep (TIP 101) class and an Intermediate Technical Interview Prep (TIP 102) class.
To be successful in this role, you should be a dynamic, inspiring technical expert with a desire to create inclusive educational spaces and a passion for empowering students, particularly those who identify with underrepresented groups in tech. You should have experience completing or facilitating technical interviews within 3+ years of full-time experience
You will need to be free during the Spring Academic Term which runs between January through May, 2025. The full date range also includes time needed for pre-course instructor training. Classes are expected to be on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday from 4:00pm-7:30pm EST beginning in January.
Key Activities
(Weekly) Lead online class sessions of approximately 100-250 college students
(Weekly) Review course material and plan for lessons to be highly engaging and industry relevant, with CodePath provided curriculum
(Weekly) Work with the Program Manager to oversee the course and work with other co- instructors as needed
(Weekly) Participate in syncs with instructors and teaching assistants leading up to the start of the course, as an onboarding and to make sure instructors feel well prepared to run effective sessions during the program
(Weekly) Use course feedback to implement course improvements and propose curriculum changes that ensure KPIs are met
(As requested) Participate in check-ins with instructors during the course, optionally shadowing some of the other instructor’s sessions, to provide instructors feedback
(As requested) Engage with University faculty and staff to ensure consistent alignment with our curriculum and their overall program
Qualifications
Masters Degree or PhD in Computer science (or closely related field)
3+ years of full-time working experience in a software development/engineering role
Ability to work evenings in the East Coast time zone
Strong understanding of data structures and algorithms, and other core computer science concepts commonly covered in technical interviews
Familiarity with technical interview processes
Experience working through shifting priorities and learning, while maintaining organization and control
A passion for training the next generation of developers and some experience teaching in an educational, volunteer or work setting, for online learning environments
(Preferred) 1+ years of instructional experience with a demonstrated track record of educational excellence
* This is a seasonal, part-time (up to 10 hour/week) position. Our hourly band is $75-$100 an hour. Candidate hourly rate is dependent on experience and new staff rarely start at the top of the range.
** This position is not eligible for medical, dental, or vision benefits or paid time-off.
Pay range
$75 – $100 USD
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:
Medical, dental, and vision premiums paid at 90% for FT positions and their dependents
Flexible vacation and sick time policy with 12 company paid holidays plus a week long “winter break” office closure from Christmas to New Years. Employees take the time when they need it
Flexible workplace and work schedule
CodePath provides a laptop, monitor, and ergonomic office setup
Annual professional development stipend
Ability to voluntarily contribute pre and post-tax earnings to our 401k plan
Employer Provided Short Term Disability and 10 weeks paid leave to support our employees in growing their family
A commitment to developing leaders from within the organization
Frequent opportunities to connect with students, universities, and communities we serve
