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Published 10/7/25 5:27PM
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GitHub Trainer

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  • Details

    Start Date:
    April 12, 2025, 8:00 AM GMT-5
    End Date:
    December 31, 2025
    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    2
    Cause Areas:
    Education, Health & Medicine, Science & Technology

    Description

    Job Title: GitHub

    Location: Remote

    Reports To: Technical Manager

    About the Role:

    We are seeking a knowledgeable and engaging GitHub Trainer to educate individuals and teams on the effective use of GitHub for version control, collaboration, and DevOps workflows. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with Git and GitHub, excellent communication skills, and a passion for teaching both beginners and advanced users.

    Responsibilities:

    • Design and deliver training sessions, workshops, and tutorials on Git, GitHub, and GitHub Actions
    • Create and maintain training materials, slide decks, hands-on labs, and documentation
    • Tailor training content to various skill levels - from beginners to advanced developers
    • Conduct live sessions (in-person or virtually) and support self-paced learning environments
    • Provide practical examples and real-world scenarios to reinforce key concepts
    • Offer post-training support and answer questions to reinforce learning outcomes
    • Collaborate with teams to assess training needs and build customized learning paths
    • Stay updated with the latest GitHub features, workflows, and best practices

    Requirements:

    • Proficiency in Git and GitHub, including pull requests, branching, merge conflicts, and GitHub Actions
    • Experience in teaching, technical training, or mentoring in a development environment
    • Strong presentation and communication skills
    • Ability to explain complex concepts in a clear, engaging, and accessible way
    • Familiarity with CI/CD, DevOps principles, and open-source collaboration

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • GitHub certifications or completion of GitHub training programs
    • Experience with programming languages like Python, JavaScript, or others
    • Experience working with enterprise GitHub features (e.g., GitHub Enterprise, security tools)
    • Background in software engineering, DevOps, or technical education

    Benefits:

    • Opportunity to make a real impact by upskilling individuals and teams
    • Work in a collaborative and innovation-driven environment

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
    Associated Location
    Rochester, MN, USA

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