REFERRAL - Instructor and Teaching Assistant Roles

<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">edX, part of 2U Inc., works with respected universities and organizations to deliver innovative, skills-based training to a community of over 45 million learners around the world to support them at every stage of their lives and careers. edX delivers boot camps through an immersive learning experience with expert services and valuable resources. As of 2021, graduates have been hired by 6,700+ companies, including more than 62% of the Fortune 100.</span></p></div><p><strong>Before starting, please make sure you know the name and email address of the person who provided this link to you.&nbsp; You'll need to provide that information below.</strong></p> <hr> <p>We believe learning a new skill, in any of our programs, should be exciting and engaging — and that starts in the classroom.</p> <p>You'll notice that prior teaching experience isn't a prerequisite to being a member of the Instructional Staff. If you bring knowledge, strong communication, and a positive energy to the classroom, you're going to help students along their transformative path to a successful and rewarding career. We'll provide the training, lesson plans, and tools to support you on your journey of impacting lives in the classroom.</p> <hr> <h4><strong>Below you will find a brief overview of each role.</strong></h4> <p><strong>Instructor Role</strong></p> <p><strong>Skills &amp; Requirements</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">At least 4-5 years of </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">SUBJECT MATTER</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> experience (or equivalent)</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Bachelor's Degree</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Background in technologies associated with selected program</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">A positive attitude</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ability to deliver lesson plans provided by 2</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">U</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Share your own professional experiences and industry insight with the students</span></li> </ul> <p><strong>What You Will Do:</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lead online lectures following a detailed lesson plan that includes an active discussion environment and project-based learning</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Bring the learning experience to life by building community and enhancing relevance by drawing on your own industry experience</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Translate complex subject matter in a clear and concise manner for a diverse range of learners or skill levels</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Provide support and encouragement to students as they go through a life-changing experience</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Create an engaging, positive, and inclusive learning environment for our students</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Increase participant engagement using different facilitation tactics</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Guide large and small groups of learners in an empathetic manner</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Amplify student satisfaction by creating a positive classroom culture</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Communicating timely with students and leveraging effective interventions by sharing resources</span></li> </ul> <p>Hourly salary only: The anticipated hourly salary for this role is ($40 USD/hr). Note: The final compensation for this position may consider factors including the geographic location where the work is performed (candidate’s assigned office) and prior work experience of the candidate</p> <hr> <p><strong>Teaching Assistant Role</strong></p> <p><strong>Skills &amp; Requirements</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">At least 6 months of experience( <strong>Bootcamp attendance/graduation counts toward this requirement</strong>)</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Bachelor's Degree preferred, but not required</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Some familiarity with most or all of the technologies associated with selected program</span></li> </ul> <p><strong>What You Will Do:</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Create an engaging, positive, and inclusive learning environment for our students</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Explain complex topics to individuals with both a technical and non-technical background</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ensure you are bringing the learning experience to life, building community and enhancing relevance through drawing on your own industry experience</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Infuse empathy, support, encouragement, and fun into the students' learning progression</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Assist the instructor with class time management&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Observe the class during code activities and projects to assist students (via Zoom)</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Research and answer student questions&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Grade homework and group project assignments when applicable&nbsp; </span></li> </ul> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Hourly salary only: The anticipated hourly salary for this role is ($20USD/hr). Note: The final compensation for this position may consider factors including the geographic location where the work is performed (candidate’s assigned office) and prior work experience of the candidate&nbsp;&nbsp;</div> <hr> <p><strong>Logistics:</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">24-week program (this is a part-time commitment)</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mon/Wed/Thu OR Mon/Tue/Thu schedule</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Weekday Classes: 5:45 - 10pm (includes office hours and break) *Some Universities have unique hours*</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Must have a laptop, camera, at least one additional monitor, microphone / headset,&nbsp; and reliable internet access.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Experience with Zoom video conferencing preferred.</span></li> </ul> <p><strong>Other Perks:</strong></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Maintain your current career while teaching</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ability to be a part of a culture that invests in employee growth with ongoing training and nonstop learning</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Gain access to thousands of tech professionals around the globe that make up our instructional staff</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Experience the gratitude and fulfillment that comes along with teaching and giving back to the tech community</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Access to Wellness and Educational Resources</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Discounted tuition on 2U Short Courses</span></li> </ul> <hr> <p><strong>Program Curriculums we teach:</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Full-Stack Web Development</strong></li> <li><strong>Data Visualization/Analytics</strong></li> <li><strong>Cyber Security</strong></li> <li><strong>Artificial Intelligence</strong></li> <li><strong>Front End Development</strong></li> <li><strong>UX/UI</strong></li> <li><strong>Financial Technologies</strong></li> <li><strong>Digital Marketing</strong></li> <li><strong>Technology Project Management</strong></li> <li><strong>Product Management</strong></li> </ul><div class="content-conclusion"><p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>*2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement*</strong></span></em></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">At 2U, we are committed to building and sustaining a culture of belonging, respect, and inclusion. We are proud of the steps we’ve taken to bring together an employee base that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by what makes us different, as well as by how we are alike.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">2U is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodations, please reach out to us at: ask2ubenefits@2u.com.</span></p> <p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>*You must apply in your FULL LEGAL NAME*<br></strong>Your full legal name must be the EXACT name and spelling as listed on your government issued ID Card, birth certificate, name change order, adoption decree, naturalization or immigration documentation. Initials are not acceptable unless initials are part of your full legal name.</span></em></p> <hr> <p>&nbsp;</p></div>