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: Washington DC, United States
Role-Type: Seasonal Part-Time, W2 Employee (up to 10 hours/week)
Duration: December 2025 - May 2026 (Training start and the Spring Academic Term)
Reports To: Program Manager
Compensation: All new hires begin at $75/hour
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 Spring Academic Term which runs between January through May, 2026. The full date range listed also includes time needed for pre-course instructor training. The course times you could be potentially assigned are set to take place on:
Key Activities
Lead online 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 syncs with instructors and teaching assistants leading up to the start of the course, as an onboarding and to make sure instructors feel well prepared to run effective sessions during the program
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
Qualifications
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
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
* This position is not eligible for medical, dental, or vision benefits or paid time-off.