Teaching Assistant, Software Tester

Summary

Join Correlation One as a Software Tester Teaching Assistant and contribute to our mission of creating equal access to data-driven jobs. This 20-week remote role involves supporting learners in our virtual Software Tester training program. You will facilitate learning through synchronous and asynchronous interactions, grading assignments, and providing feedback. The position requires a strong foundation in software testing, relevant experience, and proficiency in programming languages. Compensation includes a base salary plus an hourly rate for office hours. The role is remote and requires availability during specified times.

Requirements

• 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

Responsibilities

• Attend and proactively engage in the mandatory Pre-Program TA Onboarding
• Monitor appropriate Slack channels (#c1-TA, #live-chat, #extra-help, and other relevant channels) for Learner questions and answer them promptly
• Check-in with Learners after each live session by asking how they’re feeling about the content, if they have any questions, or if there is anything that they need further clarity
• Facilitate breakout rooms during lecture time, when applicable
• Assist in keeping the session progressing should the Lead Instructor experience technical difficulty or is otherwise unable to deliver the lecture
• Monitor appropriate Slack channels for Learner questions and answer them within 24 hours
• Foster discussion by posing questions of your own and sharing relevant links in the #resources channel or in other appropriate Slack channels
• Use the #c1-TA channel to share any important information during a lecture that needs the attention of Correlation One staff or fellow Expert Network staff
• Review content materials (including lab, projects, extended cases, etc..) for the next lecture to ensure you are prepared to answer Learner questions
• Hold up to six (6) Individual Office Hours via Zoom with Learners in the program so they can ask any additional questions or get support as necessary
• Grade Learner submissions of exercises and projects within seven (7) days of submission
• Support continuous program improvement by providing thoughtful feedback to Correlation One team via Weekly Write Ups
• Submit weekly write-ups summarizing the week’s accomplishments and challenges and provide insights on each Learner. This is due by Sunday at 8:00pm ET each week
• Attend and participate in the weekly staff meeting with Correlation One team and other Expert Network staff
• Attend all scheduled meetings with your camera on, ensuring active engagement and professional presence

Benefits

• Remote work
• Base salary compensation + an additional hourly rate for office hours