Full-Stack Summer Bootcamp Teaching Assistant
About The Position
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. This is an excellent opportunity for students or recent graduates who are passionate about tech education and want hands-on experience supporting a multi-track technical program. TAs work under the direction of the Lead Instructor and Lead TA, providing classroom support, student assistance, and administrative help.
Requirements
- Current enrollment in or recent completion of a degree in Computer Science, Web Development, IT, Cybersecurity, Data Science, or a related field
- Proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS; familiarity with basic web development workflows
- Familiarity with Git/GitHub and at least one additional tool relevant to the bootcamp (SQL, a cloud platform, a data/viz tool, or basic networking concepts)
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to explain technical concepts clearly
- A genuine interest in supporting others’ learning and contributing to an open, welcoming environment
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in a tutoring, mentorship, or teaching role
- Familiarity with any of the four placement tracks: full-stack dev, IT/hardware, cybersecurity, or data analysis
- Experience with or interest in AI development tools
- Familiarity with .NET technologies
Responsibilities
- Provide support during lectures, live coding sessions, and hands-on project workshops
- Assist students in real time with troubleshooting, debugging, and understanding core concepts
- Circulate during lab and project time to identify students who need additional help
- Offer one-on-one or small-group assistance to students who need extra help with assignments, concepts, or projects
- Help students stay on track with project milestones and deadlines
- Assist the instructor and Lead TA in grading assignments and projects using the provided rubrics
- Track and report student attendance and flag concerns to the Lead TA or instructor
- Contribute to maintaining an organized, accessible classroom environment
- Attend TA team meetings and coordinate with the Lead TA, Lead Instructor, and program staff
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- RFCUNY Employee Benefits and Accruals
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
