[Hiring] Instructional Assistant (IT Support) @Per Scholas

Role Description

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 they train Per Scholas learners to be outstanding entry and mid-level technicians.

What You’ll Do

• Classroom Facilitation:
  • Assist the Technical Instructor in conducting technical training using a structured and approved curriculum.
  • Competencies include hardware, software, networking, security, server, mobility, virtualization, cyber security, web development, quality assurance, and project management.
  • Facilitate classroom activities in a highly interactive, hands-on style.
  • Form and lead study groups based on instructor evaluations.
  • Consult with the instructor to determine daily activities and gather necessary tools for lectures and labs.
  • Understand the curriculum and be prepared to conduct a lesson if needed.
  • Ensure all equipment loaned to learners is returned appropriately.
  • Utilize an in-house Learning Management System for assignments, tests, and performance monitoring.
  • Class sizes range from 15-30 learners.
• Managing Learner Performance:
  • Provide ongoing feedback to learners and recognize challenges early.
  • Coordinate with instructors and career coaches to enforce program rules and promote success.
  • Implement individualized study plans for struggling learners.
  • Participate in required learner progress meetings.
  • Monitor and enforce class attendance, dress code, and other program policies.
• Administrative:
  • Participate in staff meetings.
  • Conduct real-time learner data entry in Salesforce and/or Canvas.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Per Scholas Training Program.
• Obtained all certifications offered in the training course.
• Ability to teach in a highly interactive and hands-on style.
• Passion for teaching others.
• Flexibility to adapt to changes in schedule.
• Interest in being part of a culture of continuous improvement.
• Team-oriented and highly responsive communicator.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.

Requirements

• Thrives in a creative, fast-paced startup environment.
• Data-driven, result-oriented, and a catalyst for social change.
• Collaborative and flexible work style.
• Effective communicator with strong oral and written skills.
• Tech-savvy and quick learner.
• Strong time management skills and ability to balance multiple projects.
• Belief in the mission of providing access to well-paying career positions for individuals from diverse communities.

Benefits

• Over 40 days of paid time off each year.
• Comprehensive medical coverage with multiple plan options.
• Dental and vision insurance options available.
• 401(k) plan with 100% employer match on contributions up to 6%.
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Up to 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave.
• Access to employer-paid life and AD&D Insurance, short-term disability coverage, and flexible spending accounts.
• Additional voluntary benefits available.