Title Software Engineering Instructor

　　Department SEO Tech Developer

　　Reports to: Associate Director, Tech Developer

　　Compensation: $2,000-2,500 Weekly

　　FLSA: Non-exempt 

　　Dates: June 10, 2024 - August 2, 2024 

　　LOCATION/HOURS  

　　This is a part-time, remote position. It is expected that position duties will be performed remotely. Access to our office location and event attendance is optional, with the understanding that SEO will consult government and public health advisories to help us determine the extent to which it is safe to carry out in-person and onsite activities. 

　　ABOUT SEO

　　We Propel Human Potential. SEO is an educational non-profit focused on improving outcomes for students that come from underserved and historically underrepresented backgrounds. For over 50 years, SEO has been an innovator in education, mentorship, and creating educational programs and opportunities that maximize the full potential of our students. We are on a mission to create an ecosystem of excellence for the students we serve!

　　ABOUT TECH DEVELOPER

　　The SEO Tech Developer is an intensive immersion pilot initiative for ~100 Black, Latinx and Native American rising college juniors majoring in computer science or computer engineering. Launched with the guidance of tech industry leaders, this program will help close the preparation gap for students of color through knowledge, training and experience. The SEO Tech Developer will also speed the development of the technical and soft skills required for entry-level tech roles at leading tech companies and startups — with an emphasis on the application of programming tools in addressing real world problems. The program, now entering its third year, has a proven track record of success: 87% of students in the Year 1 cohort landed and completed summer 2022 internships at top companies including Google, Microsoft, Meta, Amazon and Oracle.

　　POSITION OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES

　　We are looking for a Software Engineering Instructor to lead the teaching of the SEO Tech Developer program. This role will interface directly with our technical education team to implement the curriculum provided in our interactive learning platform, ensuring students are prepared to launch successful careers in the tech industry. The Software Engineering Instructor will be responsible for managing the program’s Lead Teaching Assistant. They will also collaborate with other program stakeholders to continuously assess and address program effectiveness. 

　　We are looking for an individual who will bring enthusiasm for learning and the ability to motivate and cultivate underrepresented individuals to grow their software engineering skills.

　　QUALIFICATIONS

　　Teaching experiences (e.g., facilitating meetings, delivering training, mentorship) Proficiency in our tech stack (see below) A track record of developing and maintaining strong working relationships with and among a diverse group of distributed stakeholders Excellent communication and leadership skills Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively to implement and deliver program’s curriculum Deep understanding and commitment to carrying out SEO’s mission of creating a more equitable society DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

　　Experience as a software developer or similar industry role Experience leading or working collaboratively with an instructional team Demonstrable project management experience TECH STACK

　　Required: Strong Python skills Comfort working with various APIs and libraries Preferred: Basic command line/bash Basic version control (Git/Github) Basic familiarity of web technologies (JS/HTML/CSS) Basic understanding of the social impacts of technology TIME COMMITMENT & SALARY

　　8 weeks during summer months (June – August) 25 hours per week of preparation time, instruction, and office hours $2,000-$2,500/weekly depending on experience COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

　　The compensation listed in this posting reflects what SEO believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and SEO reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.

　　EEOC Policy 

　　At SEO we are committed to cultivating a team that embodies the backgrounds and experiences of the constituencies we serve and the communities we live in, and a workplace that reflects the impact we make in the world. Candidates from historically excluded and underrepresented communities – including people of color, women, members of the LGBTQIA+ Community, veterans, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. 

　　Equal Employment Opportunity is not just the law, it is our commitment. 

　　Sponsors for Educational Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/D/V. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics, or any other legally protected status. 

　　If you need accommodation while applying for a role with SEO, due to a disability, please email SEO Talent. 

　　THE ORGANIZATION

　　Established in 1963 by Michael Osheowitz, SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity), is an educational non-profit focused on improving outcomes for students from underserved and historically underrepresented backgrounds. For over 50 years, SEO has been an innovator in education, mentorship, and creating educational programs and opportunities that maximize the full potential of our students. Each year SEO serves 6,000+ participants nationally and the organization is widely recognized for developing best-in-class programs with exceptional results.

　　Not every SEO participant is on the same journey, but all are hungry for opportunity. SEO creates an ecosystem of excellence: empowering individuals to move from high school through college, from underserved communities to middle class (SEO Scholars), from underrepresented interns to prestigious careers (SEO Career and SEO Law), from successful professionals to positions of economic influence (SEO Alternative Investments). We propel human potential.

　　SEO Scholars is a free, eight-year, academic program that gets low-income public high school students to and through college – with a 90% college graduation 100% of SEO Scholars are accepted to four-year colleges, with 85% being first-generation college graduates. More than 75% of current SEO Scholars are attending a top 100 college based on the US News and World Report rankings. SEO Career is the nation’s premier professional development program, providing Black, Hispanic, and Native American undergrads with everything they need to land an internship: industry exposure, career guidance, interview skills, and intensive Approximately 80% of SEO Career interns receive full-time job offers from SEO Career partners before they graduate college. SEO Interns earn an average of $10,000 per summer. SEO Career partners with 150+ corporations and organizations offering summer internships. SEO Alternative Investments provides education, exposure, training, and mentoring opportunities for talented professionals traditionally underrepresented in the Alternative Investments SEO Alternative Investments Programming includes a Fellowship Program and an annual conference. The Fellows program has over 200 partner firms and 90% of Fellows secure roles in the Alternative Investments industry. SEO Law is the only program of its kind, offering talented, incoming, underrepresented law school students the opportunity to secure a paid internship at a top law firm the summer before law The SEO Law Fellowship program has an impressive network of more than 1,600+ SEO Law alumni, who have gone on to work as Chief Legal Officers, U.S. District Attorneys, Deputy/Assistant Attorneys General, U.S. District Court Judges, and U.S. Cabinet/Congress Members. SEO Law partners with more than 41 law firms in 12 cities across the U.S. SEO Leadership Institute provides ongoing development to alumni, customized for each stage of their career. There are three distinct parts to the Institute: making connections, professional and personal development, and civic engagement. SEO has an alumni network of nearly 20,000 professionals, representing 46 U.S. states and 48 countries, SEO’s Leadership Institute supports their ongoing professional and civic engagement via panel discussions, networking events, virtual resources, and volunteer opportunities. Alumni leadership has led SEO expansion to San Francisco and the creation of SEO’s international affiliates: SEO London, SEO China, SEO Vietnam, and SEO Africa.