Coding Instructor (JavaScript or Python) – Coding for kids Alpha Coding
Inspring Tomorrow’s Technology Leaders, Today
We are looking for coding instructors/teachers who have experience in computer programming (JavaScript or Python; other languages are fine too) and teaching kids and teens between grade 1 to 12 in a fun environment. This is a casual position and part-time position that has the possibility of full-time role during PA days and camps.
Ideal for college/university graduates in computer science or computer engineering that are passionate with teaching and wanting to make a difference in young generations. Also ideal for graduating students who are keen on teaching others, developing computer science curriculum and teaching plans.
Below are some characteristics of individuals we’re looking for:
- Passionate for coaching, leading and inspiring younger generation
- Energetic, creative and openness to learning?
- Proactive and engaging in a fun way to teach kids learn new skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Want to have positive impacts on kids
- Positive attitude and a sense of humour
- Enthusiasm for building curriculum, teaching plans, training other instructors
- A tech enthusiast and passion for technology, computers and coding
Instructor Role
- Lead coding classes and events
- Inspire creativity and curiosity in students
- Present and teach Alpha Coding lesson plans
- Create and develop curriculum, teaching plans/materials, instructions, and train other instructors
- Create safe, comfortable and fun classroom environments
- Work with students to develop their own individual learning path
- Continually develop Alpha Coding curriculum
- Track each student’s progress and provide feedback to parents
- Come up with projects/themes for the class in addition to the existing curriculum
- We also offer programmes at local schools or private tutoring – you may need to travel to these locations
Requirements
- Experience in writing JavaScript or Python, or other object-oriented language; or college/university graduates with a diploma or degree in computer science or computer engineering
- Experience working with and leading kids in learning settings such as school, summer camps
- Experience in teaching or tutoring
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, written and oral
- Comfortable using and/or learning computer, software, hardware, electronics, new technologies
- Reliable, energetic, and well-organized
- Pass a police clearance/vulnerability sector check
Preferred
- Teaching experience, camp counsellor
- Background in computer science / programming, software engineering, computer engineering
- Flexible schedule
- CPR training
- Some customer service and sales experience is ideal
Benefits
- Alpha Coding is a fun, entrepreneurial and casual place with the goal to inspire young generations to become inventors, innovators, and entrepreneurs
- Flexible working hours, part-time and full-time role available
- We use curriculum developed by Google computer science experts and experienced teachers –you will learn world-class curriculum from the experts and are also welcome to present your ideas to spark curiosity and creativity in students
- Alpha Coding utilizes open source tools and curriculum supported by large tech companies such as Google, Amazon, Microsoft, and Facebook
- Training on various tools and technologies developed by Google are provided to instructors to help you grow your skills or career. You will have also have the opportunity to be trained using Moodle, an open source Learning Management System.
- You will be a valued member of a community that inspires young generations to become tomorrow’s technology leaders
Job Features
| Employment Type | Contract or Employee |
| Salary/Rate | $16-$22/hour |
| Commencement Date | Jul-Aug 2019 |