[Hiring] Ignite Portfolio Project Instructor @AI4ALL

Role Description

We are looking for Portfolio Project Instructors to join our instruction team. AI4ALL Ignite is a national accelerator that equips college students with the tools to land their first AI/ML internship. This program consists of a Portfolio Project component and a Career Readiness component, although the Portfolio Project Instructor will only be responsible for the Portfolio Project.

In the Portfolio Project, students will acquire practical experience in the various stages of AI solution development, encompassing:

• Data exploration
• Preparation
• Model training
• Testing
• Deployment
• Consideration of responsible AI practices

The Portfolio Project will culminate with a Student Symposium where students will showcase their achievements.

Portfolio Project Instructors will be provided with all the necessary course resources, including assignments, rubrics, readings, and lecture slides. This part-time position involves approximately 16-20 hours per week and runs for 13 weeks in the summer.

This role is a remote position and requires timely communication with various stakeholders, including students, colleagues, and managers.

What You’ll Do

• Host 2 Classes Each Week:
  • Facilitate weekly hands-on virtual classes on the various stages of AI solution development.
  • Occasionally invite and moderate guest speakers who can share insights about AI careers and hiring.
• Support Students Along the Way:
  • Provide feedback on student work, tracking student progress, and providing timely interventions.
  • Collaborate closely with a Portfolio Project Student Coordinator (SC) and meet (virtually) every week.
  • Communicate weekly with AI Project Leads to identify student needs and coordinate timely outreach.
  • Foster a supportive and inclusive virtual classroom environment.
• Engage in Continuous Improvement:
  • Participate in professional development (PD) activities including onboarding sessions and training workshops.
  • Participate in biweekly debriefing sessions with the Lead Portfolio Project Instructors.
  • Manage your Portfolio Project Student Coordinator and AI Project Leads to ensure all class logistics are completed.

Qualifications

• At least 2-3 years of experience in Computer Science, AI, ML, programming (Python), Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
• At least 2-3 years experience teaching high school and/or college-age students, with a particular emphasis on hands-on and inclusive pedagogy.
• Ability to deliver engaging, interactive virtual lessons that center student participation and practical skill-building.
• A strong commitment to increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion in artificial intelligence.
• An understanding of university culture and the opportunities and challenges associated with implementing programs for college students.
• A propensity for reliable and timely communication via email and messaging platforms like Slack and Discord.
• Must be available to teach two 2-hour classes per week.

Requirements

• Passionate about increasing diversity and inclusion in artificial intelligence.
• Thrive in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment; adaptability is key.
• Experience working with populations who have been historically excluded from the AI sector.
• Experience applying active learning methodologies in an online environment/classroom.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

What We Offer

• The pay rate is $42 per hour for approximately 16 hours per week for a total duration of 13 weeks.
• Monthly check-ins and professional development offered by AI4ALL will be compensated according to the hourly rate.
• A commitment to developing leaders from within the organization.
• An organizational culture and work-life balance that supports staff well-being.
• Ample opportunities to connect with the students and communities we serve.

Work Environment and Location

AI4ALL has transitioned to a remote-first organization, enabling staff from across the country to work together in a virtual environment. Work is performed both independently and collaboratively.

EEO Statement

AI4ALL is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

To Apply

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