Job Title: Lead Technical TA, Tech Talent Pipeline
PVN ID: NY-2411-006562
Category: Instruction and Social Service
Location: NYC COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY

Job Description

General Description

Job Title: Lead Teaching Assistant  

Location: New York City College of Technology (City Tech), CUNY, Brooklyn, NY (On-site) 

Job Type: Part-time/Contract/Temporary 

About Us: The Tech Talent Pipeline Residency Program (TTPR) at CUNY City Tech prepares students for careers in tech by offering practical, hands-on learning experiences. We are seeking an experienced Lead Teaching Assistant (Lead TA) to support the Winter Bootcamp Instructor during a ten-week web development bootcamp. This role is perfect for individuals with some industry and teaching experience who are passionate about education and eager to help mentor the next generation of tech talent.  

Start Date: December 1, 2024   

End Date: March 30, 2025   

Salary: $23 per hour (30 hours per week) 

Other Duties

As the Lead Teaching Assistant, you will take on a leadership role in supporting the bootcamp instructor and overseeing the work of other TAs. You will serve as a resource for students and TAs alike, ensuring that the bootcamp runs smoothly and efficiently. Key responsibilities include: 

  • Assisting the instructor in delivering lectures, guiding projects, and supporting students during classroom sessions. 
  • Providing more advanced support to students working on web development projects, troubleshooting issues, and offering technical guidance. 
  • Supervising and mentoring a team of TAs, ensuring they are effectively supporting students and staying organized with their tasks. 
  • Facilitating group discussions, labs, and breakout sessions, helping students collaborate and apply course concepts to real-world projects. 
  • Coordinating communication between the instructor and other TAs, ensuring that students receive timely help and feedback. 
  • Assisting with grading projects and assignments, offering constructive feedback, and helping the instructor evaluate student progress. 
  • Collaborating with the instructor and TTPR’s tech advisor to ensure that the curriculum and teaching strategies meet students’ learning needs. 
  • Leading review sessions, office hours, or additional support for students who require extra help. 
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Some industry experience in web development, software engineering, or a related field.  
  • Proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and web development tools. 
  • Teaching or mentoring experience in a classroom or workshop setting, with the ability to explain complex concepts to students of varying skill levels. 
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills, with experience managing a team or coordinating group projects. 
  • Excellent communication skills and a passion for fostering a collaborative, inclusive learning environment. 
  • Experience with GitHub, SQL, and real-world projects is preferred. 

Application Process: 

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your industry and teaching experience. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. 

RFCUNY Benefits

RFCUNY Employee Benefits and Accruals

About the Research Foundation

The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) was established as a not-for-profit educational corporation chartered by the State of New York in 1963. RFCUNY supports CUNY faculty and staff in identifying and obtaining external support (pre-award) from government and private sponsors and is responsible for the administration of all such funded programs (post-award).

RFCUNY stands between CUNY’s principal investigators (PIs) and the sponsors who support them and strives to fulfill its essential responsibilities to both groups. Working closely with individual PIs and Grants Officers on the campuses, RFCUNY oversees employment, accounting, audit, reporting, purchasing, and special responsibilities that include management of a planned giving program; liaison with governmental agencies and foundations; negotiation of agreements; facility construction and renovation; protection and commercialization of intellectual property; and compliance with applicable standards in research involving human subjects, animal care, environmental and radiological safety, and conflicts of interest.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Key Features

Department
Computer Systems Technology
Status
Part Time
Pay Range
$23.00-$23.00
Hour(s) a week
30.00
Closing Date
Jan 08, 2025 (Or Until Filled)
Bargaining Unit
Yes

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