Technical Instructor

Remote

Contracted

Specialisterne USA Academy

Mid Level

Technical Instructor Opportunity – Specialisterne USA Academy

We’re looking for a Technical Instructor to support the upcoming Specialisterne USA Academy, an 8-week, fully online program designed to prepare neurodivergent learners for entry-level roles in IT and technology (e.g., IT Technician, Help Desk Support, Desktop Support Assistant).

This is a great opportunity to contribute to an inclusive workforce development program while helping emerging talent build real-world, employer-relevant skills.

About the Program

The Academy combines foundational technical learning with hands-on application:

Learners build core knowledge through IBM SkillsBuild pathways (IT Fundamentals & AI Fundamentals)
Learners apply their skills through a capstone project, alongside coaching and employment-readiness workshops

Role Summary

Organization: Specialisterne USA
Job Title: Technical Instructor
Location: Fully remote/online delivery (Must be available to work in Eastern Time Zone hours)

Employment Terms

This is a temporary, part-time contract position
Hours: Approximately 10–15 hours per week over the 8-week program
Estimated Pay Rate: $60-$70/hourly
Target Start Date: April 2026

Key Responsibilities

Complete the IBM SkillsBuild pathways to become familiar with the curriculum
Provide technical instruction and support throughout the Academy
Guide learners and troubleshoot challenges during their capstone projects
Review and provide feedback on final learner projects

General Skills and Abilities

Ability to explain technical concepts in clear, accessible ways
Comfortability instructing a group of up to 30 students, as well as facilitating 1-on-1 meetings

Digital/Technical Skills

Familiarity with online communication tools and platforms such as Slack, Teams, Zoom, and Google Meet
Familiarity with Vibe Coding platforms such as TeleportHQ

Education/Knowledge

A bachelor’s degree in Education, IT, Data Science, or a related field is a nice-to-have but not required

Experience

Experience in instruction, teaching, or training delivery
Background in IT, technical support, and/or AI fundamentals
Experience teaching or supporting neurodivergent individuals in a classroom setting

Questions/Accommodations

If you have any questions, need support, or would like to request accommodation, please contact us: [email protected].

**Beware of scams and fraudulent job postings. Specialisterne only accepts applications through our careers page at https://specialisterne.applytojob.com/apply**

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