Data Center Instructor

Work set-up: 
Full Remote
Contract: 
Full time
Experience: 
Mid-level (2-5 years)
Work from: 
Anywhere

Offer summary

Qualifications:

1-3 years of teaching or training experience., Strong technical background in networking, hardware support, and operating systems., Familiarity with Linux and Windows environments, virtualization, and troubleshooting., Relevant certifications such as CompTIA A+ are a plus..

Key responsibilities:

  • Support instructor-led training for students in data center technologies.
  • Assess and monitor student progress, providing individualized support.
  • Maintain and update training materials and student records.
  • Collaborate with team members to identify student needs and support their achievement.

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Per Scholas SME https://www.perscholas.org/
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Job description

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.

 

DEPARTMENT: National Training Team

POSITION TITLE: Data Center Instructor 

REPORTS TO: Director, Tech Instruction, ITS/EUDS 

DURATION: Full- Time Job / Contract 

 

What you will do

  • Support instructor-led training that prepares students for entry-level to mid-level careers in Java Development. Responsibilities include daily instruction, assessment administration, attendance, one-on-one tutoring, daily evaluation and monitoring of individual student progress, addressing student violations with students in a consistent manner, and more
  • Provide students with access to relevant resources for outside learning on technologies and study aids relevant to the curriculum
  • Work closely with the team to identify student needs, provide the necessary support, establish individualized plans for student achievement, and participate in regular student-status meetings.
  • Maintain and update Salesforce and/or our LMS with student grades, certification, scores, and progress notes.
  • Support and maintain the training curricula, syllabi, lesson plans, and any other classroom materials. 

 

Required Skill-Sets

  • 1-3 years of teaching or training experience 
  • Strong technical background; able to grasp and convey highly technical subject matter
  • Networking LAN/WAN (OSI layers, Routing/Switching)
  • Strong foundational understanding of client/server methodologies and virtual environments. 
  • Experience with SOHO devices, IOT, portable electronics
  • Strong background in hardware support and PC architecture including BIOS, UEFI and troubleshooting
  • Hands-on experience with Windows and Linux Operating Systems 
  • Familiarity with Linux architecture
  • Linux server & desktop administration, file systems, directory structure and navigation
  • Proficiency with Linux commands
  • Familiarity with various shells: Bash, ZSH, GNOME, KSH, CSH
  • Knowledge and familiarity with troubleshooting Window servers using Process monitoring and task manager (CPU, Memory, Users)
  • Active directory and AD Services (DNS, DHCP), GPO’s, user-profile management, General Troubleshooting
  • Basic experience with Office 365 applications and Office 365 collaboration tools
  • Virtualization technologies (VMWARE, VirtualBox)
  • including connectivity, cooling and safety protocols
  • Running/terminating/testing Cat 5/5e/6 Cable
  • Patch Panel experience 



Preferred Skill-Sets

 

  • Experience as a corporate trainer or prior instructional experience
  • Operating Systems (Linux/Windows)
  • Experience with troubleshooting hardware/software ie ‘Break/Fix’ 
  • Knowledge of industry-standard cable specifications
  • Familiarity with low-voltage topology (MDF, IDF, CDF)
  • Low Voltage support and experience in a data center environment
  • Knowledge of OSHA certification and on-site safety regulations
  • Preferred: CompTIA A+ Certification
  • Ability to write content and curriculum related to instructional outcomes is a plus

 

Instructional Skill-Sets

  • Ability to respond with clarity to live digital conversations via a digital engagement platform such as Zoom.
  • Strong communication skills

 

For this role specifically, it is a contract role of $40 per hour for 8 weeks

 

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QUESTIONS?

If you have any questions about this role, please feel free to email our Talent team at jobs@perscholas.org. We look forward to viewing your application!

Equal Employment Opportunity

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

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Experience

Level of experience: Mid-level (2-5 years)
Spoken language(s):
English
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Hard Skills

Java (Programming Language)Microsoft NetworkingLinuxMicrosoft Operating SystemsHardware SupportActive DirectoryZ ShellMicrosoft 365VMware VirtualizationBIOSTechnical EngineeringComputer ArchitectureVirtualizationGNOME (GNU Project Software)Computer SystemsPatch PanelsVirtualBoxData CablingClient Server ModelsBash (Scripting Language)Domain Name SystemHardware ArchitectureWide Area NetworksMicrosoft Operating SystemsLinux AdministrationLinux CommandsTeacher EducationCable SizingLow VoltageManagement Training And DevelopmentLow Voltage DesignHardware SupportOccupational Safety And HealthCreative Writing

Other Skills

  • Communication
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