Industry Teacher - Amazon Web Services

Director, Business & Manufacturing Programs

Part-Time, Non-Benefited

$18.00-$30.00 per hour

The College of Western Idaho (CWI) expands learning and life opportunities, encourages individual advancement, contributes to Idaho’s economic growth, strengthens community prosperity, and develops leaders.

We are a comprehensive community college providing higher education programs. We offer a full range of academic and career-technical courses leading to an Associate of Arts or Science degree, Associate of Applied Science degrees, continuing education, and certifications. CWI also offers Basic Skills Education to help prepare for a GED, Dual Credit for high school students, and fast-track career training for working professionals.

At CWI we are proud of our talented and dedicated faculty and staff. Our employees have an opportunity to make a difference in students’ lives every day. We are excited for you to join us and share our passion for higher education.

The Industry Teacher – Business and Computers (AWS) will teach evening courses to non-degree seeking students in the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud Computing programming typically on an evening schedule set by CWI Master Scheduling. The CWI AWS courses take students from the Fundamentals of IT to AWS Cloud Support Practitioner level in just 12 weeks. Through real-world, scenario-based learning, labs, and coursework, learners gain the skills they need for an entry-level cloud role. AWS courses also provide learners with resume and interview coaching to prepare for employer meetings and interviews.

A WD instructor will be expected to effectively demonstrate support of program education; provide a positive, supportive, and professional atmosphere for students and instructors. In addition, the instructor will contribute to the effectiveness and quality of the program; and provide constructive, supportive behavioral feedback to improve the quality of education and customer service.

Instructors teach assigned classes in accordance with established policies and guidelines.

• Deliver the approved course of study as outlined in the syllabus, maintaining a student-oriented approach to education.
• Topics taught may include one or more of the following: AWS Academy Cloud Foundations (in preparation for the AWS Cloud Practitioner exam), AWS Academy Cloud Architecture (in preparation for the AWS Certified Solutions Architect- Associate exam), AWS Academy Cloud Development (in preparation for the AWS Certified Developer- Associate exam), AWS Academy Cloud Operations (in preparation for the AWS Certified SysOps Administrator- Associate exam)
• Prepare and/or gather current instructional materials and equipment and use available technological equipment and methods for delivery.
• Provide individual and group instruction.
• Implement & evaluate new instructional technologies.
• Evaluate student learning and teaching effectiveness through written, oral, practical and/or performance testing.
• Provide frequent feedback to students regarding individual progress in each course.
• Manage and supervise students in all assigned classroom and laboratory activities.
• Maintain discipline in the classroom and laboratory.
• Attend and participate in scheduled meetings.
• Maintain current knowledge of technology in the field.

• 1 - 3 years of experience with AWS applications environment. Experience teaching AWS preferred.
• Must have the AWS certification for the class in which you are teaching. For instance, you must have the AWS Certified Developer certification to teach the AWS Academy Cloud Development course. You must also work through AWS to become a certified AWS instructor prior to being authorized to teach AWS Academy courses. Teaching certification may be provided by CWI on a case-by-case basis
• Enthusiasm for and interest in excellence for the delivery of online learning, with a commitment to Student Success.
• Experience with traditional face-to-face, hybrid and online courses and the ability to use the College of Western Idaho’s Learning Management System (Blackboard) as well as technology-enhanced curriculum. Access to home internet, a personal computer, and a telephone are required.
• Strong familiarity with Information Technology training needs
• Knowledge of adult learning methodology
• Ability to demonstrate commitment to professional growth and development
• Proficiency in usage of internet, email, word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software applications
• Demonstrates skill and willingness to learn and use multiple technology platforms to communicate with students.
• Experience using evidence-based strategies to support student success including frequent communication and active learning.

All applicants must provide a resume. Successful candidates are required to reside in Idaho by the first day of work for the College of Western Idaho.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.