Instructor/Trainer

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Instructor/Trainer to lead hands-on learning in data engineering for students in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract position is fully onsite and blends in-person classroom delivery with virtual instruction, giving you the opportunity to guide learners through technical concepts and career-focused development. The role is ideal for a data specialist who enjoys teaching, mentoring, and building practical training content that helps students progress with confidence.

Responsibilities:
• Deliver engaging instruction in both onsite classroom settings and live virtual sessions, covering data engineering concepts and related technical topics.
• Track learner performance through grading, progress updates, and regular documentation that reflects academic development and participation.
• Observe classroom activity closely, recognizing accomplishments, addressing conduct concerns, and maintaining a productive learning environment.
• Design, refine, and maintain curriculum materials, lesson plans, and training content that support program goals and student success.
• Lead structured check-ins and status discussions to review class progress, align on outcomes, and support continuous improvement.
• Prepare students for career opportunities by connecting technical learning to practical workplace expectations and career readiness.
• Teach core technical subjects such as Unix/Linux command line usage, Python, data modeling, and database-related concepts.
• Support training program operations across the engagement, including instructional planning, content updates, and coordination of learning activities.• 3+ years of relevant experience in data engineering, database administration, data analysis, or a closely related technical field.
• 6 months to 3 years of experience teaching, training, or instructing learners in classroom, virtual, or blended environments.
• Strong working knowledge of Unix/Linux commands, Python, data modeling, and relational database concepts including Microsoft SQL or SQL Server.
• Ability to explain complex technical material clearly to students with varying experience levels.
• Experience developing or updating curriculum, instructional materials, and structured training content.
• Comfortable managing student evaluations, grading processes, and written progress records.
• Strong communication and presentation skills for both in-person instruction and virtual instructor-led training.