Correlation One develops the workforce’s skills for the AI economy
Enterprises and governments work with us to develop talent and close critical data, digital, and technology skills gaps. Our global programs, including Data Skills for All (DS4A) and data competitions, also empower underrepresented communities and accelerate careers.
Our mission is to create equal access to the data-driven jobs of the future. We partner with top employers and government organizations to make that a reality, including Amazon, Coca-Cola, Johnson & Johnson, USAID and the U.S. Department of Defense.
Our skills training programs are 100% free for learners and are delivered virtually by industry experts to minimize traditional barriers to career advancement. We take pride in fostering supportive, human-led, group learning environments that build technical proficiency and confidence in participants.
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Job Summary
Teaching Assistants (TAs) play a critical role in teaching ~25-30 learners (as part of a larger class) in Correlation One’s virtual Software Tester training program. The TA commitment for our program will be for the duration of 25 weeks from June 17 to November 29. TAs will be expected to support synchronous sessions as well as provide asynchronous support to Fellows to ensure their comprehension and learning.
Program Specific Information:
Program launch date: September 17, 2024
- Lecture cadence: Weekly on Tuesdays and Thursday from 15:00 - 17:30 BST // 10:00am - 12:30pm ET
Program finale: March 27, 2025
End of TA responsibilities: April 3, 2025
Key Responsibilities
- “Full-Time” TAs are required to participate in all live lectures, providing helpful and fast responses via Slack, as well as being prepared to host breakout rooms as needed.
- “Part-Time” TAs are not required to participate in live lectures, but otherwise have the same responsibilities as Full-Time TAs (more below)
- Provide 6 hours of individual office hour sessions for Fellows each week. You may set these hours within our parameters at your availability and convenience.
- Work with fellow TAs and Lead Instructors on ways to improve the learner experience
- Host review sessions or other support mechanisms to ensure the progress and satisfaction of your Fellows.
- Grade your Fellows’ submissions, providing feedback and ongoing learning support.
- Acknowledge and respond to Fellow messages in a timely manner
- Attend weekly, live TA syncs as set by your manager
Who you are
- As a Software Tester Teaching Assistant, you are a passionate advocate for education, possessing a strong foundation in software testing practices and principles. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence, you thrive in supporting instructors and students alike in understanding complex software testing and deployment concepts. Your dedication to continuous learning and staying updated on the latest technology trends positions you as a valuable asset in preparing students for success.
Your expertise
- 1 year of experience in the software testing, SDET, or QA field (or another related field)
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript, with hands-on experience in building test automation frameworks and scripts.
- Strong understanding of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum) and testing practices (e.g., unit testing, integration testing, API testing).
- Experience with test automation tools and frameworks such as Selenium, Appium, TestNG, JUnit, Cucumber, or similar.
- Certification in SDET or related areas (e.g., ISTQB, Agile Testing, AWS Certified Developer)
- English AND German, Spanish or Italian highly preferred
Where you are
- This role is remote and can be located anywhere that is compatible with the EST time zone. We are headquartered in New York City and have office space in Midtown Manhattan.
Compensation
- The compensation range for this position is specific to location and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions. These factors include (but are not limited to) location, experience, education and skill sets. A reasonable estimate of the current rate for this position is $28-32/hr. Please note that the shared rate is specific to the United Kingdom and Europe.
Correlation One’s Commitment
Correlation One is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. Correlation One provides a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions at Correlation One are based solely on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We encourage applicants to bring their unique skills, experiences, and outlook to our work environment.
Correlation One is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Correlation One strives to provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities to enable them to access the hiring process. If you need an accommodation to access the job application or interview process, please contact candidates@correlation-one.com.
