Software Engineering Instructor (Ruby, Python, Django)

We are seeking a versatile and technically strong Software Engineering Instructor to join our team in Monroe, NY. This individual will help students and/or learners strengthen their programming skills through hands-on instruction, mentoring, troubleshooting, and real-world development exercises.

The ideal candidate is a well-rounded software developer who can work comfortably across multiple programming languages and frameworks and has the ability to explain complex technical concepts in a clear, approachable manner.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on programming instruction, tutoring, and technical mentorship.
• Teach and support learners across multiple programming languages, frameworks, and development environments.
• Develop practical exercises, examples, and learning materials focused on real-world software development.
• Help learners troubleshoot code, identify bugs, and understand best practices for debugging and testing.
• Support testing and regression testing to ensure applications function as expected.
• Introduce learners to cloud technologies, particularly AWS.
• Help learners understand and apply modern AI technologies, including AI frameworks, APIs, plugins, and integrations.
• Adapt instruction to different experience levels and learning styles.
• Stay current with emerging programming languages, development frameworks, AI technologies, and industry best practices.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong programming background with versatility across common languages, including:
• Ruby / Ruby on Rails
• Python / Django
• JavaScript
• HTML / CSS
• Strong understanding of core programming concepts with the flexibility to work across different frameworks and technology stacks.
• Hands-on experience with AWS and cloud-based development environments.
• Familiarity with AI capabilities, including AI frameworks, APIs, plugins, and application integrations.
• Strong understanding of debugging, software testing, and regression testing.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to learners with varying levels of experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for helping others develop their technical abilities.
• Ability to work onsite in Monroe, NY, 5 days per week., * Prior experience as a programming instructor, trainer, tutor, mentor, teaching assistant, or technical lead.
• Experience developing educational programs, coding exercises, or technical training materials.
• Experience integrating AI/LLM capabilities into applications.
• Familiarity with modern software development methodologies, Git, APIs, and CI/CD practices., All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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