Adjunct Instructor, Web Development - Howard University - Fall 2026 (In-Person, Master's Degree Required)
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Job description
Adjunct Instructors serve as the primary facilitators of CodePath's university courses, delivering engaging in-class instruction and representing CodePath to students nationwide. They prepare and lead interactive lessons using CodePath's curriculum, ensuring that each course meets program key performance indicators (KPIs) and continuously evolves based on student feedback. Instructors may also collaborate with co-instructors and teaching assistants to coordinate classroom activities and provide comprehensive support to students.
We are looking specifically for instructors with a Master's Degree or PhD in a field related to Computer Science to lead our Web Development (WEB) courses as we develop partnerships between CodePath and various universities across the country. The WEB course series covers the fundamentals of full-stack web development to deploy web apps and learn more on APIs and databases for real-world usage.
You will need to be free during the Fall Academic Term which runs between August through December, 2026. The full date range listed also includes time needed for pre-course instructor training. The course time(s) you could be assigned are set to take place on:
- Mondays/Wednesdays 9:10am-10:30am ET
Key Activities
- Lead in-person class sessions of approximately 25-75 college students, supporting students in achieving learning objectives
- Review course material and plan for lessons to be highly engaging and industry relevant, with CodePath provided curriculum
- Work with the Program Manager to oversee the course and work with other co- instructors as needed
- Participate in regular syncs with instructors and teaching assistants leading up to the start of the course
- Use course feedback to implement course improvements and propose curriculum changes that ensure KPIs are met
- Participate in check-ins with instructors during the course, optionally shadowing some of the other instructor's sessions, to provide instructors feedback
- Engage with University faculty and staff to ensure consistent alignment with our curriculum and their overall program
- Manage teaching assistants to ensure students receive appropriate support
Requirements
Do you have a Master's degree?, * Master's Degree or PhD in Computer science (or closely related field)
- 4+ years of full-time working experience in a software development/engineering role
- Availability to lead lectures during the course times listed above
- Available to meet with teaching assistants once per week outside of class
- Strong understanding of HTML, CSS, and Javascript
- Strong understanding of full-stack web development and best practices
- Proficiency with React, Node, Express, and PostgreSQL
- 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
- (Preferred) 1+ years of instructional experience with a demonstrated track record of educational excellence
Benefits & conditions
Pulled from the full job description
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Health insurance
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Paid time off
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Vision insurance
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Dental insurance
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Employee assistance program, * Wellness: Employee Assistance Program
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Financial Security: 401(k)
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Additional Perks: Exclusive marketplace savings
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This position is not eligible for medical, dental, or vision benefits or paid time-off
Pay range
$75 - $75 USD