Lead Instructor - Traveling Instructor

Similar job titles: Teacher, IT Instructor, Computer Instructor, CompTIA Certification Instructor, Professor, and or Technology teacher.

Schedule: Mon-Thurs evenings, 12pm-11pm or Mon-Friday days 8am-5pm

Salary range: 60-80K

Must reside in or near the Raleigh or Charlotte area (100% travel)

What you will be doing:

• Teach a schedule that includes up to two cohorts of students, in the assigned academic delivery methodologies. May include vocational or avocational course structures.

• Model and cultivate a team culture of excitement and passion for changing student lives.

• Provide motivational leadership for Instructors and students focusing on respect and setting an exemplary example.

• Contribute to the selection of new Instructors and Lead Instructors.

• Train Instructors to ensure they are adequately prepared to teach and coach students in each module.

• Provide ongoing Instructor training and coaching with the goal of transforming qualified Instructors into Lead Instructors.

• Facilitate an organized, informed, engaging classroom experience that encourages the retention and certification of assigned student cohorts.

• Coach and develop Instructors to provide ongoing assistance to struggling Students of Concern in and outside of the classroom, including in the Flex room environment.

• Using various communication tools such as phone, chat, email, text, video, or in-person, directly communicate with and coach Students of Concern.

• Respond timely and accurately to student questions and concerns.

• Actively monitor and report on student progress and contribute to the encouragement and motivation of students regarding commitment to the program, pursuit of high achievement in academics.

• For vocational courses, prepare students to take certification exams. For avocational courses, help students achieve their self-development goals.

• Plan, prepare, and deliver curriculum and instructional activities to provide students with an outstanding academic and training experience during each class session that prepares students to take their certification exams.

• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities per the published syllabus.

• Pursue professional development to bring current industry trends, teaching resources, and methods into the classroom environment.

• Maintain discipline and manage student behavior in accordance with the policies and disciplinary systems of the school.

• Contribute to the enhancement of the academic and training program by providing constructive feedback in structured and informal meetings, sharing ideas, participating in pilot programs, and helping to maintain or implement new curricula or learning activities.

• Other duties as assigned.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Customer-focused and detail-oriented.

• Excellent computer skills and commitment to the use of technology.

• Possess strong written and oral communication skills.

• Confidentiality is a must for this role.

• Ethical conduct is always displayed.

• Self -Motivated, positive, and helpful attitude.

• Ability to work well with others.

• Currently have, or are able to obtain, the certifications relative to the courses being taught.

• Must be able to captivate and stimulate a student audience.

• Ability to think outside the box.

• Ability to travel extensively between campuses, or assigned locations, to deliver training.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Information Technology or a related field; or a combination of education and work experience.

• A minimum of 3 years of practical work experience in the IT industry (within the last 10 years) is preferred.

• A minimum of 2 years of experience with classroom and online instruction is preferred.

• Candidates with a different combination of technical training experience and practical work experience will be considered.

• What does MyComputerCareer.edu have to offer YOU?

A focus on students, academic excellence, and helping others succeed

• Professional work environment

• Talented and committed co-workers (We serve each other)

• Service projects (Military makeover, companywide serve day, etc.)

• An opportunity to make a difference while expanding your knowledge

• Competitive pay & benefits (This is not a commission-based role)

• Clean and aesthetically pleasing open campus environment with a family feel.

Why Work for us?

Our focus is on helping Others Succeed- Every day, the Lead Instructor provides course instruction in a manner that ensures student comprehension, retention of knowledge, and positive and effective student engagement. The Lead Instructor role is expected to assist in achieving the mission and vision of MyComputerCareer by focusing on the success of our students along with a willingness to collaborate with other employees. They are a cheerleader, and as such, they help students feel confident going into and coming out of the testing center by making sure they are prepared.

Our mission at MyComputerCareer is to help our students develop the skills necessary to permanently and positively change their lives and futures by attaining financially rewarding and personally fulfilling careers in Information Technology.

PHYSICAL AND COGNITIVE DEMANDS

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

We are an equal opportunity employer!