Intro to AI Instructor

Position Type: Contract (June 22, 2026 - August 13, 2026)
Contract Rate: $7,000
Location: Hybrid - NYC
Final date to receive applications: May 18, 2026, or when all roles are filled.

AOT is a national nonprofit preparing the next generation of technology leaders from underestimated communities. Since 2014, AOT has provided no-cost tech education and workforce training to students in NYC, LA, Miami, and Atlanta. AOT equips young people with in-demand skills in AI, Web Development, Data Science, and more, creating pathways to higher education and careers. To date, AOT has served 5,300+ students, facilitated 1,000+ paid internships generating $4.1M in wages, and distributed $2.4M in stipends.

AOT alumni are twice as likely to attend college and five times more likely to pursue tech degrees. Learn more ricaontech.org.

The TECH
360:
Intro to AI Program is a 3‑week summer bootcamp designed to introduce high school students to the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence through engaging, project‑based learning. As AI rapidly transforms industries and everyday life, this program helps students understand how AI works, explore its real‑world applications, and develop the skills needed to use it confidently and ethically.

Throughout the program, students will dive into key questions such as:

• Where did AI come from and why is it trending now?
• What are the exciting possibilities and challenges presented by AI technology?
• How are generative and predictive AI models developed?
• What data science and machine learning concepts power AI systems?
• How can AI tools be used effectively and responsibly?
• What skills are essential for success in the age of AI?

The program culminates in a final group project where students pitch an original AI‑powered tool to mock clients. Top‑selected teams will be invited to showcase their work at our Future Innovators Night in front of an audience of tech industry professionals.

Join us in shaping the future. We’re looking for passionate and engaging instructors to lead our TECH
360:
Intro to AI program this summer. You’ll support a cohort of 30–35 students in building foundational AI knowledge while fostering the creativity, curiosity, and confidence they need to lead in tomorrow’s world of technology and innovation.

Contract Weeks

Required Meetings/Instructional Times

In‑Person Technical Session Dates (Required In‑Person) – Downtown Manhattan

Focus Areas/Tasks:

• Instructor Onboarding Sessions:
  • June 22, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
  • June 23, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
  • June 25, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
• Instructor Onboarding and Prep:
  Orient to AOT policies and meet your TECH
  360 team (June 29 – July 16)
• Virtual Technical Sessions and Office
  
  Hours:
  
  10:30 AM – 3:30 PM (Mondays–Thursdays)
• In‑Person Technical Sessions and Office
  
  Hours:
  
  10:00 AM – 3:30 PM (June 29 & July 16)
• TECH
  360 Program Cycle 1: (July 20 – July 24)
  • Attend pre‑session team meetings
  • Lead technical sessions
  • Grade assignments/provide student feedback
  • July 21, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• TECH
  360 Program Cycle 2 Prep: (July 27 – August 13)
  • Close out Cycle 1 grading/student feedback
  • Debrief with your TECH
    360 team
• Virtual Technical Sessions and Office
  
  Hours:
  
  10:30 AM – 3:30 PM (Mondays–Thursdays)
• In‑Person Technical Sessions and Office
  
  Hours:
  
  10:00 AM – 3:30 PM (July 27 & August 13)
• TECH
  360 Program Cycle 2: (time not specified)
  • Attend pre‑session team meetings
  • Lead technical sessions
  • Grade assignments/provide student feedback

• Curriculum Prep and Instruction:
  • Review AOT’s TECH
    360 curriculum on a weekly and daily basis to ensure command of material
  • Prep auxiliary activities or examples to bring the content to life for students
  • Lead all content sessions, paying particular attention to student engagement
  • Work with the program manager to develop remediation plans to support student content mastery
  • Create an inclusive classroom atmosphere where all students feel valued and supported in their learning journey
• Data Management:
  • Ensure complete student submission of all program assignments and projects
  • Assess student projects and assignments using AOT‑developed rubrics, providing…