Job Description

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.

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We believe learning a new skill, in any of our programs, should be exciting and engaging — and that starts in the classroom.

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.

Below you will find a brief overview of each role.

Instructor Role

Skills & Requirements

• At least 4-5 years of SUBJECT MATTER experience (or equivalent)
• Bachelor's Degree
• Background in technologies associated with selected program
• A positive attitude
• Ability to deliver lesson plans provided by 2U
• Share your own professional experiences and industry insight with the students

What You Will Do:

• Lead online lectures following a detailed lesson plan that includes an active discussion environment and project-based learning
• Bring the learning experience to life by building community and enhancing relevance by drawing on your own industry experience
• Translate complex subject matter in a clear and concise manner for a diverse range of learners or skill levels
• Provide support and encouragement to students as they go through a life-changing experience
• Create an engaging, positive, and inclusive learning environment for our students
• Increase participant engagement using different facilitation tactics
• Guide large and small groups of learners in an empathetic manner
• Amplify student satisfaction by creating a positive classroom culture
• Communicating timely with students and leveraging effective interventions by sharing resources

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

Teaching Assistant Role

Skills & Requirements

• At least 6 months of experience( Bootcamp attendance/graduation counts toward this requirement)
• Bachelor's Degree preferred, but not required
• Some familiarity with most or all of the technologies associated with selected program

What You Will Do:

• Create an engaging, positive, and inclusive learning environment for our students
• Explain complex topics to individuals with both a technical and non-technical background
• Ensure you are bringing the learning experience to life, building community and enhancing relevance through drawing on your own industry experience
• Infuse empathy, support, encouragement, and fun into the students' learning progression
• Assist the instructor with class time management
• Observe the class during code activities and projects to assist students (via Zoom)
• Research and answer student questions
• Grade homework and group project assignments when applicable

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

Logistics:

• 24-week program (this is a part-time commitment)
• Mon/Wed/Thu OR Mon/Tue/Thu schedule
• Weekday Classes: 5:45 - 10pm (includes office hours and break) *Some Universities have unique hours*
• Must have a laptop, camera, at least one additional monitor, microphone / headset, and reliable internet access.
• Experience with Zoom video conferencing preferred.

Other Perks:

• Maintain your current career while teaching
• Ability to be a part of a culture that invests in employee growth with ongoing training and nonstop learning
• Gain access to thousands of tech professionals around the globe that make up our instructional staff
• Experience the gratitude and fulfillment that comes along with teaching and giving back to the tech community
• Access to Wellness and Educational Resources
• Discounted tuition on 2U Short Courses

Program Curriculums we teach:

• Full-Stack Web Development
• Data Visualization/Analytics
• Cyber Security
• Artificial Intelligence
• Front End Development
• UX/UI
• Financial Technologies
• Digital Marketing
• Technology Project Management
• Product Management

*2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement*

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.

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.

*You must apply in your FULL LEGAL NAME*
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.