Subject Matter Expert : Advanced Math for Data Science

At this time, we can only accept applicants that are over the age of 18 and are currently located in one of the following states: AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IL, IN, MA, MD, ME, MI, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, and WI.

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Codecademy is looking for an expert programmer or academic to provide guidance as we build our newest skill path, Advanced Math for Data Science which we'll teach using Interactive Applets and Python. The Subject Matter Expert provides the Codecademy Curriculum team with specialized, up-to-date, nuanced insight into how mathematics topics such as linear algebra and probability are used in the Data Science field and how they should be taught. This is a paid, remote, contract position, with a typical commitment of 1-5 hours per week.

What You'll Do

• Work with a Curriculum Developer to create and refine a high-level syllabus for Advanced Math for Data Science
• Review the lessons, quizzes, and projects that other members of the Curriculum team create as we turn that syllabus into reality
• Provide complex technical and pedagogical insights in such a way that other team members—and, ultimately, Codecademy learners—can understand

What You'll Need

• 5+ years of experience as a professional programmer or educator
• Expertise in Calculus, Linear Algebra, Probability, and/or Statistics and how they relate to Data Science
• Extensive knowledge of and real-world experience with Python programming and Data Science
• The ability to provide clear, actionable, and empathetic feedback and explanation
• A strong command of written and spoken English
• What Will Make You Stand Out
• 5+ years of experience teaching mathematics, especially Calculus, Linear Algebra, Probability, and/or Statistics
• 5+ years of professional experience in the Data Science field
• Experience in both programming and education
• Experience in online education at scale
• Experience using the Codecademy platform

Equal Employment Opportunity

Codecademy is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, military or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. As an equal opportunities employer, we recognize that diversity is a positive attribute and we welcome the differences and benefits that a diverse culture brings.

This is a contract, remote position. You can expect anywhere from 1-5 hours of work per week, with the freedom to work wherever and at whatever times you want. You will be compensated (paid) monthly.

At this time, we can only accept applicants that are over the age of 18 and are currently located in one of the following states: AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IL, IN, MA, MD, ME, MI, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, and WI.

At Codecademy, we are committed to teaching people the skills they need to upgrade their careers. Codecademy aims to educate a richly diverse demographic of learners with our product and in order to accomplish this, we believe our team should reflect that rich diversity. Our company celebrates diversity in all of its forms-- race, gender, color, national origin, marital status, sexuality, religion, veteran status, age, ability, disability status-- and works to create an inclusive workplace where people of all backgrounds and beliefs are empowered to better their futures.