UX Design Instructor - Atlanta

America on Tech•Atlanta, GA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

America On Tech (AOT), a national nonprofit that provides technology education and workforce training to students from underestimated communities, is seeking a UX Design Instructor for the Spring semester of the 2026–2027 Tech Flex Leaders (TFL) Program in Atlanta. The instructor will teach one cohort of 25–30 high school juniors and seniors, meeting once a week for 2.5 hours. The program combines technical training with professional development, career exploration, and mentorship. The instructor will deliver AOT’s UX Design curriculum, prepare supporting activities, and foster an engaging, inclusive, and welcoming learning environment. The role also includes assessing student work, providing feedback, supporting student mastery, maintaining program data, and coordinating with program staff. This is a contract position running January through May 2027, with scheduled Wednesday sessions from January 20 through May 5, plus approximately two additional hours per week for preparation, assessment, student office hours, and curriculum feedback. Some sessions will be in person in Atlanta; other listed onboarding and program meetings are virtual. The position requires a background check because it involves interaction with minors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or at least 2–3 years of equivalent experience.
Expertise and experience in UX Design.
Experience in technology instruction, particularly with high-school-age students.
Ability to explain concepts in multiple ways to students with varying levels of experience.
Incorporate an anti-racist lens into work and support an organization that values and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Support and enhance a sense of belonging for all students.
Proficiency with Google Suite, especially Google Docs, Google Calendar, Google Slides, Google Sheets, and Google Classroom.
Reliable laptop or desktop with webcam, working audio, and internet speeds exceeding the minimum requirements for hosting a Zoom meeting.
Availability for Virtual Instructor Onboarding on January 6, 2027, from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM Eastern Time.
Availability for Virtual Curriculum Overview Onboarding on January 7, 2027, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time.
Availability for a Team Alignment Meeting on January 8, 2027, from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM Eastern Time.
Availability Wednesdays from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Eastern Time, January 20 through May 5, 2027, plus two additional hours per week for preparation, assessment, student office hours, and curriculum feedback.
Availability for in-person Atlanta sessions on January 20, March 31, and May 5, 2027.
Must undergo a background check due to interaction with minors.

Nice To Haves

Optional attendance at TFL Graduation on May 11, 2027, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM Eastern Time.

Responsibilities

Review AOT’s curriculum weekly and prepare auxiliary activities or examples to support instruction.
Lead all UX Design content sessions, with particular attention to student engagement.
Work with the program manager to develop remediation plans that support student content mastery.
Create an inclusive classroom atmosphere where students feel valued and supported.
Ensure students submit all program assignments and projects.
Assess student projects and assignments using AOT-developed rubrics and provide regular written and verbal feedback.
Provide summary data on key metrics for program reports.
Uphold AOT’s core values and foster a positive, welcoming classroom environment for participants and partners.
Attend daily check-in meetings with the program manager and peer mentor to align before sessions.
Attend Program Team meetings to discuss program impact and troubleshoot challenges as needed.
Complete additional duties as assigned.