IT Certification Bootcamp Instructor

About the role

California Institute of Applied Technology (CIAT) is growing and seeks educators and professionals passionate about positively changing the lives of others. CIAT prepares students for professional success by offering practical training in today's most competitive technology fields to ensure students are job-ready. With a wide range of courses, flexible schedules, and an online campus, CIAT empowers the working student.

Responsibilities

• Available to teach synchronous online courses via Microsoft Teams
• Flexibility to teach in the evenings and weekends, based on the course schedule
• Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize student learning and engagement
• Ensure alignment of instructional strategies with CIAT’s adult learner framework, emphasizing certification readiness
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse students’ needs
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students via a synchronous online format (Microsoft Teams)
• Mastery of subject matter and actively maintain certification(s) in the subject area(s) taught through renewal
• Stay current in their subject matter through professional development, involvement in professional organizations, and attending professional meetings, conferences, or workshops
• Adhere to college policies and procedures, ensuring the Student Database is fully updated and accurate at all times regarding student attendance and grade record information
• Maintain compliance with accreditation related to instructional and educational quality, scheduled class hours requirements, and CIAT policies and procedures
• Promote collaboration with other staff members and participate in the implementation of new projects, ideas, etc.
• Adhere to CIAT’s business casual attire policy

Requirements

• Appropriate certification in CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, ISC2 CISSP, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator
• Minimum of one year of experience in a training setting, ideally delivering IT certification bootcamps
• Advanced subject matter expertise preferred
• Synchronous online teaching preferred
• Prior experience in curriculum development and instructional design for IT certification bootcamps
• Familiarity with CertMaster, TestOut, or similar training tools is preferred
• Effective presentation skills
• High level of flexibility, creativity, and dependability
• Good working knowledge of MS Office applications including Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as learning technologies such as Canvas
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to multitask
• Works with a sense of urgency, while engaging and listening to coworkers from other departments
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that respects the diversity of students' backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current trends, best practices, and didactic approaches in higher education
• Demonstrated ability to deliver engaging and effective lesson plans that meet the diverse needs of students
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively convey information and interact with students, colleagues, and others
• Compliance with all college policies, procedures, and regulations, including those related to academic integrity, student conduct, and instructional delivery
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that respects the diversity of students' backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
• Foster lifelong learning and professional development

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Problem-solving abilities
• Collaborative team player
• Customer service orientation
• Adherence to company policies and procedures

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible work schedule
• Competitive pay range of $40 - $45 USD
• Work-life balance

Pay

$40 - $45 USD

Schedule

Variable hours, typically Monday through Friday, with potential for weekend hours. Live bootcamp classes are scheduled Monday through Friday or on Saturdays and Sundays for 8 hours per day. Class times are to be determined.