Copilot for Excel Online edX Course Instructor

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The Hurt Hub@Davidson convenes innovators and entrepreneurs in the Davidson College community to catalyze innovative solutions to critical problems through educational programming, experiential learning in a safe environment, an inclusive co-working space, uncompromising ethics, a robust mentor network, access to startup capital, and innovation consulting.

Our digital learning courses have reached over 500,000 learners worldwide, with nearly 90% accessing content at no cost.

We are embarking on the production of a new course titled 'Copilot for Excel: A Beginner’s Guide to AI Enabled Spreadsheets' which will teach the fundamentals of integrating Copilot into Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.

The Opportunity

DavidsonX seeks an exceptional instructor to develop and create an engaging 4-week course covering the fundamentals of building spreadsheets with Copilot. This is a unique chance to expand digital learning opportunities and meet the growing demand for AI in the workplace.

Course Production Schedule

• Time commitment: 50 hours
• Project start date: Late 2025
• Course filming dates: Early to Mid 2026

Course Development Approach

The selected instructor will work closely with the DavidsonX team to refine and shape the final course content and structure.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive course syllabus, learning objectives, and script
• Collaborate weekly with the DavidsonX course development team via Zoom
• Adhere to project timelines and development schedule
• Participate in a live course filming day at Davidson College

Requirements

• Expert-level proficiency with Excel and Copilot
• Exceptional passion and teaching capability
• Strong on-camera presence and teleprompter reading skills
• Proficiency with remote collaboration tools (Google Suite, Slack, Zoom)
• Available for 50 remote work hours flexed from September - November
• Ability to travel to Davidson, NC for a single filming day (travel costs fully reimbursed)

Benefits

Compensation

Compensation will be provided as a contractor's fee, commensurate with experience level and mutually agreed upon before project commencement. Payment will be issued upon successful completion of project deliverables.

Why Teach with DavidsonX?

• Contribute to accessible, high-quality digital education
• Reach a global audience of learners
• Work with a supportive, innovative course development team
• Share your Excel expertise to empower professional skill development