AI Automation Engineer & Python Instructor Needed | Long-Term 1-on-1 Mentorship (9–10 Months)

Long-Term AI Automation Engineering Instructor / Mentor (9–10 Months) I’m seeking an experienced AI Automation Engineer or AI Solutions Engineer to provide structured, one-on-one training over approximately 9–10 months. My goal: Become job-ready for remote AI Automation Engineering opportunities within approximately 7–8 months, then continue strengthening my advanced technical skills, portfolio, and career readiness. I’m starting with beginner-level programming experience, but I already have a structured curriculum. I need an instructor who can follow it, teach clearly, provide hands-on exercises, and help me develop genuine independent engineering skills. Curriculum Months 1–2: Programming and Integration Foundations * Python programming, debugging, and problem-solving * HTTP, JSON, REST APIs, authentication, and webhooks * SQL, databases, Git, and GitHub * Introduction to n8n and LLM APIs Months 3–5: AI Automation and Application Development * n8n, Make, and business workflow automation * API and CRM integrations * LLM-powered applications and structured outputs * RAG, embeddings, and vector databases * AI agents, tool calling, and practical automation projects Months 6–10: Advanced Engineering and Career Development * AI agents and advanced workflow orchestration * FastAPI, Docker, deployment, security, and monitoring * Testing, evaluations, debugging, and error handling * Production-oriented AI applications * GitHub portfolio and real-world business projects * Technical interview preparation and career readiness The existing curriculum provides the detailed learning sequence. Any changes will be discussed and agreed upon. Schedule and Commitment * 2–4 live classes per week * Each class approximately 50–60 minutes * Preferred days: Sundays and Wednesdays, with additional days by agreement * Time zone: California, USA (Pacific Time) * One-on-one online instruction with screen sharing * Expected relationship: 9–10 months, subject to progress and mutual agreement * Start: As soon as a qualified instructor is selected I will also practice independently seven days per week. Compensation First Five Months: * $3–$4 USD per 50–60-minute class * Approximately 2–4 classes weekly * Payment through Upwork using an agreed, platform-compliant contract structure Following Four to Five Months: * Compensation, class frequency, and training objectives will be renegotiated based on progress, teaching quality, technical requirements, and mutual agreement. * No automatic rate increase or guaranteed contract renewal. Please apply only if the initial compensation is acceptable. State your exact proposed rate and lesson duration. Instructor Requirements I’m looking for someone who: * Has personally built and deployed AI agents, RAG applications, and business automation workflows * Has practical experience with Python, APIs, SQL, GitHub, n8n, LLM integrations, and deployment * Can teach the full curriculum, from beginner programming to advanced AI engineering * Speaks clear, understandable English * Has patience and experience teaching beginners * Can provide practical assignments and evaluate progress * Teaches independent coding, debugging, and problem-solving rather than memorization * Communicates professionally and maintains a dependable schedule * Can help develop real, portfolio-ready applications Practical engineering experience and effective teaching ability are more important than academic credentials alone. Required Application Questions Please answer all questions: 1. Have you personally built and deployed AI agents, RAG applications, and n8n or similar business automations? Describe two examples. 2. Can you confidently teach the complete curriculum? Identify any subjects outside your expertise. 3. Can you provide GitHub repositories, project demonstrations, or other evidence of your technical experience? 4. Have you taught complete beginners before? How do you assess progress and develop independent problem-solving skills? 5. Are you available for 2–4 classes weekly, preferably Sundays and Wednesdays in Pacific Time? Please provide your available days and times. 6. Do you accept $3–$4 per 50–60-minute class for the first five months, with possible renegotiation for the following four to five months? Selection Process Qualified candidates may be invited to a paid trial lesson to evaluate technical knowledge, teaching clarity, spoken English, and practical instruction. I’m looking for a reliable, long-term mentor who can help me build genuine technical competence and measurable progress toward professional AI engineering opportunities. Please do not apply if you only teach basic Python or theoretical AI without hands-on AI automation and deployment experience.