Per Scholas ยท 2 days ago
Instructor, Data Analytics
Per Scholas is a nonprofit organization focused on driving mobility and opportunity through technology training. They are seeking a Data Analytics instructor for their Bronx campus, responsible for delivering instruction, assessing student progress, and maintaining training curricula.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Support instructor-led training that prepares students for entry-level to mid-level careers in Data Analytics. 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 other classroom materials
Qualification
Required
1-3 years of teaching or training experience
Strong technical background; able to grasp and convey the highly technical subject matter
Ability to respond clearly to live digital conversations via a digital engagement platform such as Zoom or an in-person training environment
Strong communication skills
Experience teaching or facilitating courses related to data analytics, Excel, SQL, and data visualization
Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau, demonstrating effective data storytelling
Proficiency in Excel and SQL for data management and analysis
Experience with data transformation processes, including setting up new data sources and establishing or fine-tuning ETL/ELT processes
Proficiency with data analytics processes, including data sourcing, evaluation, preprocessing, and cleansing
Familiarity with AI /ML techniques and tools as applied to data analytics
Strong foundational knowledge of data quality management and data governance principles
Commitment to ongoing professional development, including relevant certifications and coursework to stay current with evolving technology trends
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent practical/industry experience)
Strong technical aptitude (Google Sheets/Excel, Slides/PowerPoint, Salesforce, Slack, Zoom, etc.), project management, and organizational skills with detailed follow-through abilities
Excellent written communication, presentation, and customer service skills
Solid understanding of business needs
Strong evaluation and data management skills
Prior knowledge or background in IT (if minimal, a desire and willingness to learn what's needed) and a passion for technology is a plus
Preferred
Experience with Linux and Shell scripting
Excellent skills in Python for data analysis and visualization, including familiarity with packages like NumPy, Pandas, and Matplotlib
Knowledge of cloud technologies (AWS Redshift, Athena, QuickSight, MSK, etc.) for data analytics
Experience with Git and version control
Company
Per Scholas
Per Scholas is proud to celebrate 30 years of fostering economic mobility by giving individuals from diverse backgrounds access to high-growth tech careers.