Blended Online Instructional Staff Member - Choice of Program (Remote, US) at edX

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Education Technology, Online Learning, Higher Education, Professional DevelopmentIndustries

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Web DevelopmentData AnalyticsUX/UI DesignDigital MarketingFinancial TechnologyCybersecurityProduct ManagementTechnology Project ManagementSoftware EngineeringInstructional SupportCurriculum DevelopmentAsynchronous LearningLive Instruction

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote position?

Yes, this is a remote position available to US-based candidates with a choice of program.

What skills are required for Full-Stack Web Development?

Required skills include front-end languages and frameworks like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Responsive Design, Bootstrap, Handlebars, ReactJS, as well as databases, server-side languages like MongoDB, MySQL, Node, Express, ORMs, version control with Git and Github, and deployment on Heroku.

What skills are needed for the Data Visualization/Analytics role?

Skills include advanced statistics with Microsoft Excel and Python (Numpy, Pandas, Matplotlib), databases like SQL and MongoDB, data visualization using Javascript, D3, or Tableau, plus Hadoop and Machine Learning.

What is the teaching experience requirement for this role?

You don't need a ton of teaching experience; being a lifelong learner or passionate about helping people succeed is sufficient.

What is the format of the Blended Online program?

The program mixes asynchronous and live instruction, with students accessing modules through Canvas; roughly 80% of weekly content is completed asynchronously, ideal for those unable to commit 14 hours weekly.

edX

Online AI and machine learning bootcamps

About edX

edX offers upskilling and reskilling solutions with a focus on Machine Learning and AI MicroBootCamp™ utilizing Python, grounded in cognitive science and featuring diverse learning features and real-world application opportunities.

Cambridge, MassachusettsHeadquarters

2012Year Founded

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, AI & Machine Learning, EducationIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance, disability and 401(k)

Unlimited snacks and drinks

Generous paid leave policies including unlimited PTO

Additional time off benefits include: volunteer days, parental leave, and a company-wide winter break

Risks

Increased competition from platforms like Coursera may dilute edX's market share.

Challenges in aligning courses with rapidly changing tech career demands.

Potential over-automation concerns from reliance on AI-driven insights.

Differentiation

EdX offers over 380 courses from 60 global universities and organizations.

Governed by MIT and Harvard, edX ensures high academic standards and credibility.

EdX's open-source platform fosters innovation in online and on-campus learning.

Upsides

Growing demand for micro-credentials aligns with edX's course offerings.

Partnerships with corporations like Verizon enhance workforce development opportunities.

5G technology expansion improves accessibility and quality of edX's online courses.

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