Per Scholas
Provides tuition-free technology training and career placement services.
Company facts
- Founded
- 1995
- Employees
- 656
- Headquarters
- United States
- Type
- Non-Profit
About
Per Scholas is a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals by providing them with the opportunity to enter the competitive tech industry. For 30 years, Per Scholas has empowered over 30,000 individuals through its no-cost training programs which are designed to equip learners with the essential skills and certifications needed for various tech careers. Targeting underserved communities, the organization focuses on delivering rigorous training along with professional development and job attainment assistance, thereby ensuring a comprehensive support system for its learners. With a commitment to unlocking potential, Per Scholas not only trains prospective technologists but also aids companies in hiring qualified candidates who possess the skills necessary to thrive in the tech field. Their Tech Talent Solutions program offers businesses the opportunity to fill open roles while also providing avenues for upskilling or reskilling their current employees. The impact of their work extends beyond individual successes; it contributes to changing the face of the tech industry by fostering diversity and inclusion through accessible training pathways.
Instructional Assistant (Data Analytics)
Support instructor for Per Scholas' no-cost Data Analytics training program in the Bronx: assists the Lead Instructor during labs, tutors and debugs with a class of 15-36 learners, grades assignments, and tracks attendance in Canvas LMS and Salesforce. Core stack: SQL, Excel, Python or R, and Tableau/Power BI.