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TEACHING ASSISTANT

Ione, CA · On-site

$3.6K - $4.5K/mo

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Coding Bootcamp Teaching Assistant information

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Coding Bootcamp Teaching Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Coding Bootcamp Teaching Assistant, you need a solid understanding of programming fundamentals, experience with web development languages (such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript), and often a relevant degree or bootcamp certification. Familiarity with code collaboration tools (like Git/GitHub), learning management systems, and common development environments is typically expected. Strong communication, patience, and the ability to break down complex concepts are crucial soft skills in this role. These competencies enable effective student support, foster an engaging learning environment, and contribute to successful bootcamp outcomes.

What does a Coding Bootcamp Teaching Assistant do?

A Coding Bootcamp Teaching Assistant supports instructors and students in a coding bootcamp by helping explain concepts, answering questions, and offering guidance on assignments and projects. They often assist in classroom management, provide feedback on student work, and may lead smaller breakout sessions or labs. Their goal is to ensure students understand the material and are able to apply what they've learned to real-world coding problems. Teaching Assistants play a vital role in creating a positive and effective learning environment.

What are the main challenges coding bootcamp teaching assistants face, and how can they effectively support diverse learners?

Coding bootcamp teaching assistants often encounter the challenge of supporting students with a wide range of programming experience and learning styles. To be effective, TAs need to adapt their communication, offer individualized guidance, and foster an inclusive environment where all students feel comfortable asking questions. Collaboration with lead instructors and proactive engagement during labs or office hours are key strategies to ensure every student receives the support needed to succeed.

What is the difference between Coding Bootcamp Teaching Assistant vs Coding Bootcamp Instructor?

AspectCoding Bootcamp Teaching AssistantCoding Bootcamp Instructor
Required CredentialsBasic coding knowledge, often some experience or certificationAdvanced coding skills, teaching experience, often certifications or degrees
Work EnvironmentSupportive role within bootcamp, assisting students and instructorsLead role, delivering lectures, designing curriculum, and assessing students
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in coding bootcamps, tech training programsPrimary role in bootcamps, coding schools, and training programs

The main difference between a Coding Bootcamp Teaching Assistant and a Coding Bootcamp Instructor lies in their responsibilities and experience level. Teaching Assistants support students and instructors, often with less experience, while Instructors lead classes and develop curriculum. Both roles are essential in coding bootcamps, but Instructors typically require more advanced skills and credentials.

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Full-Stack Summer Bootcamp Teaching Assistant (Lead TA)

Full-Stack Summer Bootcamp Teaching Assistant (Lead TA)

The Research Foundation of the City University of New York

Brooklyn, NY • On-site

$23/hr

Part-time

Posted 3 days ago


Research Foundation of the City University of New York rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

205th of 682 rated non-profit organizations


Job description

Thank you for considering a career with the Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY).
The team at RFCUNY is made up of dedicated, talented professionals committed to providing the services that allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries.
We are pleased that you are interested in exploring opportunities to join RFCUNY.
Primary Location:
NYC COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
Bargaining Unit:
Yes
The Tech Talent Pipeline Residency Program (TTPR) is an internship placement program for students in technology and technology-adjacent majors at CUNY City Tech. TTPR partners with industry to prepare students for careers across four key technical domains: IT/Hardware, Full-Stack Development, Cybersecurity, and Data Analysis. We are committed to increasing diversity in the technology workforce and ensuring students graduate work-ready.
Start Date: 1 June, 2026
End Date: 21 August, 2026
Responsibilities:
The Lead TA works in close partnership with the Lead Instructor and is expected to be capable of leading sessions independently when needed. This is not a purely administrative role. The Lead TA is an instructional co-pilot: technically fluent across the bootcamp's five curriculum pillars, able to manage the TA team, and prepared to step in for any component of the program.
  • Co-facilitate lectures, live coding sessions, and project workshops across all five curriculum pillars alongside the Lead Instructor
  • Lead sessions independently in the instructor's absence, maintaining continuity of instruction and pacing
  • Provide real-time technical demonstrations and troubleshooting during hands-on project work
  • Support instruction on all five core areas: full-stack dev with AI integration, networking/security principles, API integrations, cloud services, and data analysis/visualization
  • Serve as the primary point of coordination for the other TAs, helping align their support efforts with the current instructional focus
  • Attend and help run team meetings; relay instructor priorities and flag student needs to the instructional team
  • Escalate student concerns, attendance issues, or curricular blockers to the Lead Instructor or program manager as needed
  • Provide targeted one-on-one and small-group support to students across all four placement tracks
  • Assist in designing and grading assessments, project rubrics, and checkpoints
  • Track and report student attendance, progress, and engagement; surface patterns to the instructor
  • Other duties as assigned by the Lead Instructor or program manager

Required Qualifications:
  • Current enrollment in or recent completion of a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, or a closely related field
  • Demonstrated technical competency across at least two of the four bootcamp curriculum pillars (full-stack dev, networking/security, cloud, data analysis)
  • Proficiency in JavaScript or another OOP language; working knowledge of HTML, CSS, and frontend/backend fundamentals
  • Experience with Git/GitHub and version control workflows
  • Prior experience in a teaching, tutoring, TA, or mentorship role
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt explanations to different learning levels

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with cloud services (AWS preferred) and/or API integrations
  • Familiarity with networking concepts and/or security principles
  • Experience using AI development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude, or similar) and ability to model their effective use
  • Familiarity with SQL and relational databases
  • Experience with data cleaning, analysis, or visualization tools (e.g., Python/pandas, Tableau, Matplotlib)
  • Comfort leading a room or session independently
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity concepts or tools
  • Experience with .NET technologies

Application Process:
To apply, please submit your resume, and an optional sample syllabus for a full-stack web development course you would like to teach. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Pay Range:
$23 per hour (~25 hours/week)
RFCUNY Benefits
RFCUNY Employee Benefits and Accruals (link to https://www.rfcuny.org/RFWebsite)
About the Research Foundation
The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) is a nonprofit educational corporation founded in 1963 to provide post-award fiscal and administrative support for CUNY's research and sponsored programs. RFCUNY's services allow CUNY researchers, faculty, and staff to focus on their intellectual curiosity and scientific discoveries, on projects and programs that serve our local and global communities, proposing concrete solutions to society's most pressing challenges.
RFCUNY serves as a fiscal agent and works closely with all the CUNY campus Grants Offices to perform the core functions of post-award financial management for CUNY research projects and sponsored programs. These functions include legal assessment and signing of agreements where RFCUNY is named as a fiscal agent; setting up award accounts; preparing sub-awards and assisting PIs in monitoring the work of the recipients of sub-awards; supporting project directors with hiring and managing research project and sponsored program staff; supporting the purchasing and paying for goods and services with grant and program funds; managing financial aspects of projects including accounts receivable, financial reporting, invoicing, budget monitoring, and cost compliance with uniform guidance; ensuring that sponsor financial requirements are met; monitoring compliance with applicable project and financial management rules and laws; supporting the management of independent and external audits and financial reviews; and providing data, information, management expertise, and other supports to CUNY's research and sponsored programs.
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.