Job description
CodePath is reprogramming higher education to create the first generation of AI-native engineers, CTOs, and founders.
We deliver industry-vetted courses and career support centered on the needs of first-generation and low-income students. Our students train with senior engineers, intern at top companies, and rise together to become the tech leaders of tomorrow.
With 30,000 students and alumni from 700 colleges now working at 2,000 companies, we are reshaping the tech workforce and the industries of the future.
About the Role
Location: San Francisco, California, United States
Role Type: Adjunct Instructor
Duration: April 20, 2026 - August 14, 2026 (Training Start and Course Run)
Reporting to: Senior Manager, Employer Programs
Compensation: $24,000-$36,000 total compensation
Our Instructors are passionate educators and technologists who are deeply invested in providing opportunities for students in tech. Instructors are responsible for the overall in-class experience of participants in the CodePath immersive program. They deliver lessons, facilitate collaborative lab sessions, and support students in designing and executing their own original projects.
About Our Immersives
A key part of CodePath programming is our summer immersives: full-time programs geared towards rising college Juniors. Students are taught a rigorous web development curriculum, join specialized events and technical workshops, and are matched to industry experts for mentorship during the program. These programs run during the summer and include in-person positions.
Our San Francisco program scope calls for:
1 Lead Instructor
1 Associate Instructor
2 Teaching Fellows
1 On-Site Program Coordinator
Instructional Staff will need to be available during the following dates/times:
Full Contract Dates: April 20th - August 14th, 2026
Remote Instructional Training: Mid April - End of May (70 hours total, exact times TBD)
In-Person Program Dates: June 1st - Aug 7th, 2026 (9AM-5PM, 40 hours/week)
Key Responsibilities
Lead technical lessons 1-2 times per week to teach students the fundamentals of web development using React.js, Node.js, Express.js, and Postgres
Facilitate a variety of working sessions including morning stand-up, extended group project worktimes, and just-in-time reinforcement sessions based on student needs
Work closely with the Lead Instructor to plan and facilitate instructional lessons and adapt materials as needed
Act as a secondary instructional point of contact for interns in the program
Develop strong relationships with program participants to support their growth and development throughout the program
Engage in professional feedback practices by delivering constructive feedback to students and instructional team members, and thoughtfully incorporating received feedback from student surveys and classroom observations
Qualifications
2+ years of formal experience working as a Software Engineer or Web Developer in core technologies
1+ years of instructional experience with a demonstrated track record of educational excellence is a plus
Strong understanding of core technologies: React.js, Node.js, and foundational database knowledge. Our ideal candidate has strong familiarity with relational databases (e.g. Postgres, MySQL, etc.)
Computer science (or related field) degree, full stack bootcamp certification, or comparable experience working in/learning software development
Experience working through shifting priorities and learning, while maintaining organization and control
A passion for training the next generation of developers and some experience teaching in an educational, volunteer or work setting, for online learning environments
Compensation
This is a temporary full-time position. Candidate pay is $24,000-$36,000 and is dependent on experience. New staff rarely start at the top of the range.
\*\* This position is not eligible for medical, dental, or vision benefits or paid time-off.
Pay range
$24,000—$36,000 USD
