[Hiring] Lead Instructor, Applied AI Engineering @CodePath

Role Description

CodePath is reprogramming higher education to create the first generation of AI-native engineers, CTOs, and founders. We deliver industry-vetted courses and career support centered on the needs of first-generation and low-income students.

As a Lead Instructor, you're one of the main reasons a student who wouldn't otherwise have access gets the kind of technical training usually reserved for students at elite universities. Lead instructors are the "face" of CodePath's virtual classes.

• Location: Remote, United States
• Role-Type: Seasonal Part-Time, W2 Employee (up to 10 hours/week)
• Duration: May 25, 2026 - August 7, 2026 (Training start and the Summer Academic Term)
• Reports To: Program Manager
• Compensation: All new hires begin at $75/hour

The AI course covers theory, algorithms, and practical applications of generative models, including modern large language models (LLMs) and multimodal systems.

Course times are set to take place on:

• Tuesday, 5:00p-7:00p PT
• Wednesday, 4:00p-6:00p PT
• Thursday, 5:00p-7:00p PT

Key Activities

• Lead online class sessions of approximately 300-450 college students, supporting students in achieving learning objectives.
• Review course material and plan for lessons to be highly engaging and industry relevant, with CodePath provided curriculum.
• Work with the Program Manager to oversee the course and work with other co-instructors as needed.
• 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.
• Use course feedback to implement course improvements and propose curriculum changes that ensure KPIs are met.
• Participate in check-ins with instructors during the course, optionally shadowing some of the other instructor’s sessions, to provide instructors feedback.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of full-time working experience in a software development/engineering role.
• Availability to lead lectures during at least one of the course times listed above.
• Strong understanding of GenAI and previous usage in a Software Engineering role.
• Proficiency with Python.
• 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.

Requirements

• (Preferred) 1+ years of instructional experience with a demonstrated track record of educational excellence.

Benefits

• This position is not eligible for medical, dental, or vision benefits or paid time-off.

Pay range

• $75 — $75 USD