Part-Time
Technical Instructor 1
ACI Learning
501-1,000 employees
Cybersecurity and IT certification training provider
Compensation Overview
$35 - $40/hr
Dallas, TX, USA
In Person
On-site in Dallas, TX; Part-time role.
Bachelor's
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- 3+ years of experience that includes a meaningful combination of technical instruction, professional training, formal teaching, or structured mentoring.
- Equivalent experience may be considered when it clearly demonstrates the ability to explain technical concepts, develop others’ skills, and effectively deliver learning in a professional or educational setting.
- At least one active certification in CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+
- Additional certifications aligned with the program may be required within60 days of hire
- Ability to effectively deliver established curriculum and training materials
- Demonstrated classroom management and learner engagement skills
- Deliver engaging IT training in classroom, virtual, and webinar-based environments
- Teach established curriculum aligned to industry certifications and workforce needs
- Facilitate interactive discussions and hands-on activities that reinforce technical concepts
- Create a positive learning environment that encourages participation and skill development
- Lead virtual and in-person lab activities to help learners build real-world technical skills
- Facilitate structured study sessions designed to reinforce learning and exam readiness
- Coach learners through certification preparation and support them toward successful exam completion
- Align instruction with evolving IT industry standards and job market requirements
- Provide academic support through mentoring, coaching, and informal assistance (including floor support and troubleshooting guidance)
- Monitor learner progress and proactively support students who need additional guidance
- Encourage consistent engagement and accountability throughout the training program
- Prepare and maintain classroom and lab environments, including IT equipment and learning systems
- Maintain accurate records of instructional activity and learner progress
- Collaborate with fellow instructors to ensure consistent, high-quality training delivery across programs
- Learners stay engaged and successfully complete training programs
- Students build confidence through hands-on technical experience
- Graduates achieve industry-recognized certifications and enter the IT workforce
- Training delivery remains consistent, high-quality, and aligned with industry expectations
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution
- Additional industry-recognized technical certifications
- Experience supporting certification exam preparation and learner success initiatives
- Familiarity with workforce-aligned, certification-based training programs
- Experience working with adult learners or individuals transitioning into technology careers
- Strong technical expertise within the IT domain being taught
- Ability to explain complex technical concepts in a clear and accessible way
- Passion for helping learners build confidence and technical capability
- Strong communication and classroom facilitation skills
- Ability to maintain a structured, engaging, and supportive learning environment
- Professional reliability and consistent on-site presence
ACI Learning provides career-focused training in cybersecurity, IT audit, and information technology for corporate and individual clients. It was formed in 2020 from the merger of MIS Training Institute and LeaderQuest and operates from Denver, Colorado under CEO Brett Shively. Training is delivered through myACI, offering video content, hands-on labs, personalized learning paths, and progress analytics, with certifications like CompTIA, CEH, and CISA, via online, in-person, and on-demand formats. The company serves B2B and B2C, uses subscription and custom team packages, supports career services, and grows through acquisitions such as Infosec Learning to expand digital skills and cyber range capabilities, aiming to connect learners with employers and provide marketable skills.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
Early VC
Total Funding
$4M
Headquarters
Denver, Colorado
Founded
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- June 2026 EdTech Breakthrough named myACI Career Development Solution of the Year.
- January 2026 HelpDeskPro targets overloaded support teams, expanding enterprise budget access now.
- July 2026 VET TEC 2.0 approvals in Dallas, San Antonio, and Colorado Springs boost enrollments.
What critics are saying
- Private-equity ownership since 2020 pressures margins, and content-studio layoffs already hit proprietary development.
- OpenSesame distribution commoditizes courses, giving buyers easier price comparisons and faster churn.
- If AI Skill Lab launches stall, CompTIA SecAI+ relevance fades by 2027.
What makes ACI Learning unique
- myACI paired with 1,000-plus Skill Labs gives ACI sticky hands-on training workflows.
- January 2026 Holy Cross College partnership adds academic brand leverage to vocational certificates.
- ACI Learning spans IT, cybersecurity, and audit, creating cross-sell breadth competitors lack.
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Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage—starting the 1st of the month after your hire date.
Four weeks of paid parental or medical leave, so you can focus on what matters most.
Flexible PTO policy, sick time, and eight paid holidays — because we believe in balance.
401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting and up to 5% matching contributions — we invest in your future from day one.
One free course each year after 90 days — advancing your skills is part of the job.
Tuition assistance to support your continued education and professional growth.
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
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↑ 0%ACI Learning recognized for career development innovation in 2026 EdTech Breakthrough Awards Program - third consecutive year. Prestigious International Awards Program Honors Outstanding Educational Technology Products and Companies COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., June 10, 2026 - ACI Learning today announced that its myACI training platform has been named the winner of the "Career Development Solution of the Year" award in the 8th annual EdTech Breakthrough Awards program. Conducted by EdTech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence organization, the awards recognize the most innovative companies, products, and solutions across the global educational technology market. This marks the third consecutive year ACI Learning has earned this distinction, reinforcing its leadership in career-focused workforce development for IT, cybersecurity, and technology professionals. myACI delivers a skills-based, outcomes-driven learning experience designed to meet the evolving needs of today's workforce. Combining expert-led instruction, hands-on labs, assessments, certification prep, and AI-enabled learning experiences, the platform helps learners build practical, job-ready skills that translate directly into workplace success. As organizations work to develop AI-capable teams, myACI supports every stage of the journey - from foundational AI literacy and productivity-focused skills to advanced AI systems development and AI security and governance training. "Earning this recognition for the third consecutive year reflects our commitment to helping individuals and organizations build the skills they need for what's next," said Scott Horn, CEO of ACI Learning. "Artificial intelligence is fundamentally changing how work gets done, particularly in IT and cybersecurity. Organizations are no longer asking whether AI will impact their workforce - they're asking how quickly they can help their teams adapt and thrive. At ACI Learning, we're helping people and organizations move from AI awareness to AI productivity, AI innovation, and AI governance through a combination of expert-led training, hands-on labs, certifications, and AI-enabled learning experiences. Whether someone is building foundational AI literacy, developing next-generation systems, or ensuring secure and responsible AI adoption, our goal is to help learners gain the confidence and capabilities they need to succeed in the age of AI." The mission of the EdTech Breakthrough Awards is to honor excellence and recognize innovation, hard work, and success across a wide range of educational technology categories, including student engagement, adaptive learning, STEM education, remote learning, career preparation, and more. This year's program attracted thousands of nominations from more than 15 countries worldwide. About ACI Learning. Welcome to a new era of learning, where individuals and organizations come to transform goals into measurable success. At ACI Learning, ACI Learning believe anything worth doing is worth leading the way - with innovation, exceptional experiences, and impactful results. ACI Learning provide a full ecosystem of learning and development solutions that empower people and businesses to lead with confidence, learn with purpose, and achieve outcomes that matter. Want to see myACI for yourself? Experience it here: Watch a demo About EdTech Breakthrough. Part of Tech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence and recognition platform for global technology innovation and leadership, the EdTech Breakthrough Awards program is devoted to honoring excellence in educational technology products, companies and people. The EdTech Breakthrough Awards provide a platform for public recognition around the achievements of breakthrough educational technology in categories including e-learning, student engagement, school administration, career preparation, language learning, STEM and more. For more information, visit EdTechBreakthrough.com. Published. June 9, 2026 Stay in the know. Subscribe for expert tips, industry news, and smart ways to grow skills - delivered with zero spam vibes.
ACI Learning has launched HelpDeskPro, a training solution designed for help desk professionals managing expanding responsibilities and limited resources. The Colorado Springs-based company specialises in IT and cybersecurity training. HelpDeskPro addresses challenges facing help desk teams, including broader technical scope, high ticket volumes and budget constraints. The platform covers hardware troubleshooting, operating system support, networking skills and customer service through over 50 micro-courses, alongside hands-on labs and assessments. The modular design allows training to fit into daily workflows through ACI Learning's myACI platform, which combines video instruction, assessments and analytics. The solution is available now and targets Tier-1 and early Tier-2 support teams, aiming to reduce escalations and improve resolution times.
ACI Learning, an online professional development platform, has added its on-demand training library to marketplace OpenSesame.
NCLT approves Ramkrishna Forgings' acquisition of ACIL.
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