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<h1>Job Title: Teaching Assistant – Software Development with Applied AI (Tamil)</h1>
Institution: Masai School, in academic collaboration with a premier institute Course Format: Online Engagement Type: Part-time Time Commitment: 6–8 hours per week Location: Remote (India) Instruction Language: Tamil Experience Required: Minimum 2 years in Software Development / Applied AI
<h2>About the Role</h2>
Masai School, in academic collaboration with a premier institute, is seeking a Teaching Assistant (Software Development with Applied AI – Tamil) to support learners enrolled in a hands-on program focused on programming fundamentals, full-stack development, and AI-powered software features.
The Teaching Assistant will be responsible for Q&amp;A support, doubt-solving sessions, tutorial facilitation, assignment guidance, and capstone mentoring, helping learners confidently build production-ready, AI-integrated software applications.
<h2>Key Responsibilities (KRAs)</h2>
<h3>1. Doubt-Solving &amp; Q&amp;A Sessions</h3>
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Conduct weekly doubt-solving and Q&amp;A sessions in Tamil.
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Resolve learner queries related to:
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Python programming fundamentals and clean coding practices
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Logical thinking, loops, and structured problem solving
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Data Structures (arrays, strings, lists, dictionaries, hashmaps)
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Searching and sorting algorithms with intuition and complexity
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Provide clear, step-by-step explanations aligned with course outcomes.
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<h3>2. Tutorial Sessions &amp; Concept Reinforcement</h3>
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Conduct tutorial sessions in Tamil to reinforce faculty-led classes.
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Help learners understand:
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How the web works (client-server model, HTTP methods, status codes, JSON)
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Frontend fundamentals using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
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Backend development concepts using FastAPI
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Ensure learners can translate theory into functional, working code.
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<h3>3. Assignment, Lab &amp; GenAI Coding Support</h3>
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Support learners with:
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Programming and DSA assignments
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Frontend interactivity and API communication
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Backend API creation, validation, and CRUD operations
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Assist learners during GenAI Coding Labs, including:
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Using AI tools to understand DSA intuition
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Generating pseudocode and debugging logic
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Creating API documentation with AI assistance
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Review submissions and provide structured, actionable feedback.
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<h3>4. Backend, Data &amp; Architecture Guidance</h3>
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Guide learners in:
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Building REST APIs using FastAPI
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Applying Pydantic for data validation
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Designing relational databases and schemas
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Writing SQL queries and integrating databases using ORMs
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Explain low-level design (LLD) concepts and basic backend architecture.
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<h3>5. Applied AI &amp; Capstone Project Support</h3>
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Support learners in building LLM-powered backend features such as summarization or rewriting APIs.
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Guide learners on:
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LLM fundamentals (tokens, context windows, hallucinations)
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Prompt design and context engineering
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Safe and reliable AI usage in software applications
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Mentor learners through full-stack capstone projects integrating frontend, backend, database, and AI features.
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<h3>6. Learner Engagement &amp; Academic Coordination</h3>
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Track learner engagement and academic progress.
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Encourage consistent participation through feedback and follow-ups.
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Shadow faculty sessions and align tutorial support accordingly.
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Escalate academic blockers to cohort managers.
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Share learner feedback with academic and product teams.
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<h2>Candidate Requirements</h2>
<h3>Must-Have</h3>
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Minimum 2+ years of experience in Software Development or Applied AI
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Strong programming skills in Python
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Solid understanding of:
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Data Structures &amp; Algorithms
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REST APIs and backend development
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SQL and relational databases
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Exposure to AI/LLM API integration in applications
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Prior experience in teaching, mentoring, or TA roles
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Comfort mentoring learners and explaining technical concepts in Tamil (spoken &amp; written)
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<h3>Good to Have</h3>
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Frontend basics (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
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Experience with Git, GitHub, Jupyter, and LMS platforms
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Familiarity with AI-assisted development workflows
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<h2>Engagement Details</h2>
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Time Commitment: 6–8 hours per week
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Mode: Fully remote (online)
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Compensation: ₹8,000 – ₹10,000 per month
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<h2>Why Join Us</h2>
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Work with Masai School and a premier academic institute
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Mentor learners building AI-first software products
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Stay hands-on with modern GenAI-powered development workflows
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Flexible, remote, part-time engagement with meaningful learner impact
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