CodePath Tech Exchange (CTEx), Project Coach, Part-Time, Spring 2026 (Intro to Software Engineering)

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: Remote, United States 

Role-Type: Seasonal Part-Time, W2 Employee (up to 10 hours per week)

Duration: November 2025 - June 2026 (40 hours total of training in November/December, Part-Time commitment starts in January 2026)

Reports To: Senior Manager, Program Implementation

Compensation: $50-75 per hour

Interview timeline: Offers extended on a rolling basis, with a target final date of October 31, 2025

CodePath Tech Exchange (CTEx) Project Coaches play a vital role in shaping the careers of computer science majors at our partner universities. They manage student projects in industry-informed, intermediate-level courses that prepare students for software engineering internships and technical interviews. Students will build the core professional skills needed to succeed in the tech industry. To learn more, check out information on the program here.

About The Course

Introduction to Software Engineering with GenAI focuses on teaching software engineering skills to be able to build an app from scratch and deploy it. This is a project-based course where students work collaboratively on projects with their peers and mentors. There is a key focus on the holistic software development experience while utilizing software engineering principles and cloud frameworks.

What We Are Looking For

12 Part-Time Project Coaches that lead their own student group.

• There is no predetermined live meeting schedule for this role, Project Coaches will work with their student groups to determine the best times to meet

We are looking for candidates with 3+ years of Software Engineering experience who are passionate about mentorship, eager to immerse themselves in a virtual academic setting, and excited about the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ lives.

To thrive in this role, you should be a dynamic and inspiring technical expert with a commitment to inclusive education, strong classroom leadership skills, and a deep passion for empowering students.

Key Responsibilities

• Training & Development: Complete 40 hours of sync training sessions + async training tasks through the second half of November to build proficiency with CodePath’s teaching tools and instructional strategies before the semester begins (Exact training schedules to be published soon)
• Long-Term Project Support: Manage the full-stack web development projects for up to 5 students and successfully guide them to completion by showcasing industry-standard best practices in soft skills and technical skills
• Office Hours & Labs: Hold regular virtual office hours and actively encourage student participation during lab sections
• Grading: Ensure all assignments and deliverables are graded in a timely manner to provide constant student feedback 
• Career Empowerment & Mentorship: Coach collaboration, communication, and conflict resolution in team settings by sharing insights into how engineers partner with product managers, designers, and stakeholders in professional settings
• Feedback: Share timely feedback with the CTEx program team about the student experience and program effectiveness overall

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in Software Engineering using Full-Stack Web Development technologies such as HTML, CSS, Python, Flask, BigQuery and Docker
• Part-time availability from January 2026 through June 2026 and commitment to the listed course schedule and time requirements above
• Available to complete 40 hours of sync and async training sessions/tasks throughout mid-November through mid-December to be fully prepared for program launch
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills; comfortable navigating ambiguity
• Demonstrated passion for teaching and prior experience experience leading classrooms
• Experience mentoring or managing junior developers
• Prior experience with project management and career mentorship
• Prior experience utilizing GenAI in academic or professional settings
• Wellness: Employee Assistance Program
• Additional Perks: Exclusive marketplace savings

Preferred Qualifications

Seasonal/Part-Time Employee Benefits

Contact: Please reach out to recruiting@codepath.org with any questions.

Pay range$50—$75 USD