Instructional Assistant (IT Support)
ABOUT PER SCHOLAS: For 30 years, Per Scholas has been on a mission to drive mobility and opportunity in the ever-advancing technology landscape by unlocking the untapped potential of individuals, uplifting communities, and meeting the needs of employers through rigorous tech training. By teaming up with dynamic employer partners, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to innovative startups, we're forging inclusive tech talent pipelines, fulfilling an ever-increasing need for skilled talent. With national remote training and campuses in 20+ cities and counting, Per Scholas offers no-cost training programs in the most sought-after tech skills, spanning Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data Engineering, IT Support, Software Engineering, and more. To date, 30,000+ individuals have been trained through Per Scholas, propelling their professional trajectories into high-growth tech careers with salaries three times higher than their pre-training earnings. Learn more by visiting PerScholas.org and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Per Scholas preferred hires reside within the following states: AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MA, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX, WAPOSITION TITLE: Instructional Assistant (IT Support) DURATION: Full Time LOCATION: Houston, Texas WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: 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 Using a structured and approved curriculum, assist the Technical Instructor in conducting technical training to prepare learners for entry to mid-level Information Technology jobs. Technical training competencies include but are not limited to hardware, software, networking, security, server, mobility, virtualization, cyber security, web development, quality assurance, and project management. Assist classroom facilitation in a highly interactive, hands-on style. The IA will consult with the Instructor before providing current learners with any review materials, videos, or other support. The IA will form and lead study groups using the instructor's evaluations. The instructor and the learners will determine topics. These study groups can be held during class time (as the instructor approves) or before/after class. The IA will consult with the instructor to determine the activities for the present and upcoming days and assist in gathering the necessary tools to conduct the lectures and hands-on labs. The IA will understand the curriculum and be prepared to conduct a lesson if the instructor needs to be out of the classroom. Please note an IA will not be asked to facilitate a lesson for an extended period. The IA will ensure that all equipment loaned to or used by the learners is returned to the instructor, the storage closet, or the person...