IT Certification Bootcamp Instructor

About the role

California Institute of Applied Technology is growing and seeks educators and professionals with a passion for mentoring others. The position is non-exempt, part-time, and variable-hour, with compensation ranging from CompTIA A+ to AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner.

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 student’s needs
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students via a synchronous online format (Microsoft Teams)
• Current certifications in subjects taught

Requirements

• Mastery of Subject Matter: Actively maintain certification(s) in the subject area(s) taught through renewal
• Mastery of Subject Matter: Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of their field or discipline
• Mastery of Subject Matter: Connect their subject matter with related fields
• Mastery of Subject Matter: Stay current in their subject matter through professional development, through involvement in professional organizations, and attending professional meetings, conferences, or workshops
• Adhering to College Policies and Procedures: Ensure Student Database is fully updated and accurate at all times regarding student attendance and grade record information
• Adhering to College Policies and Procedures: Maintain compliance with accreditation related to instructional and the quality of education, scheduled class hours requirements and CIAT policies and procedures
• Adhering to College Policies and Procedures: Promote collaboration with other staff members and participate in the implementation of new projects, ideas, etc.
• Adhering to College Policies and Procedures: Adhere to CIAT’s business casual attire policy
• Adhering to College Policies and Procedures: Maintain FERPA compliance and handle student data securely in accordance with institutional policy
• 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
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to multitask
• Problem solves rapidly and effectively, in a timely manner
• Works with a sense of urgency, while engaging and listening to coworkers from other departments
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, academic departments, and administration to support student success, achieve institutional goals and contribute to a positive and inclusive culture
• Committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that respects the diversity of students' backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
• Knowledge of current trends, best practices, and didactic approaches in higher education
• 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
• Follow communication guidelines to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and professionalism
• Must embody CIAT’s mission, vision, purpose and values

Qualifications

• 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
• Appropriate certification in CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, ISC2 CISSP, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator

Skills

• 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
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to multitask
• Problem solves rapidly and effectively, in a timely manner
• Works with a sense of urgency, while engaging and listening to coworkers from other departments
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, academic departments, and administration to support student success, achieve institutional goals and contribute to a positive and inclusive culture
• Committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that respects the diversity of students' backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
• Knowledge of current trends, best practices, and didactic approaches in higher education
• 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

Benefits

CIAT offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

The starting salary range for the IT Certification Bootcamp Instructor position is for California/New Mexico is $35.00 - $48.00 hourly/DOE. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, experience, equity and other benefits.

Schedule

This is a variable hour position. Days and hours of work are usually Monday through Friday, but weekend hours may be required. Live bootcamp classes will be scheduled Monday through Friday or on Saturday and Sundays for 8 hours per day. Class times are to be determined.