Technical Instructor

2 weeks ago

Edmonton, Canada Discover Coding Full time

Discover Coding - TECHNICAL INSTRUCTOR

**Position**:Technical Instructor (4 position available)

**Job type**:Full time (30-40 hrs/week) during Summer, Part time during Fall/Winter/Spring (10-15 hrs/week)

**Wage**:$18-23 per hour

**Contract**:1 year with possible extension

**Location**:in-person locations across Edmonton

**Application deadline**:September 1st, 2023

**Starting date**:September 4th, 2023
- Do you want to make an impact on making the creators of tomorrow through learning to code? Do you want to be at the forefront of technology education? Do you consider yourself positive, motivating and a strong communicator? Then this job may be just for you Come join our vibrant team and make a significant impact on kids’ lives by guiding and educating students to create, explore, and build with coding and technology._

**Who are we?**

Discover Coding empowers children, aged 5 and up, to be digital leaders of tomorrow. We strive to combine sound educational methodology and industry knowledge to create engaging and progressive programs to nurture kids’ interests in creating with technology. We believe the knowledge of computer science and coding are fundamental for the 21st century, and that every child should have a chance to learn about algorithms, computers, and creating apps.

Discover Coding values diversity and inclusion within our team. We are committed to continuing to diversify our team. Our company values include:

- Growth Mindset - to keep changing and growing to better achieve our mission
- Creativity - to create new things or ideas
- Cooperation - to work collaboratively with others
- Knowledge - to learn and contribute valuable knowledge
- Leadership - to inspire and guide others

**Who are we looking for?**

We are looking for dedicated and passionate individuals who are:

- Enthusiastic and motivating
- Strong communicators who work effectively with team members
- Accountable to get the job done and results-oriented
- Tech-savvy with an interest in coding and technology
- Users and promoters of growth mindsets
- Able to adapt and problem solve

**Your Role**

The Technical Instructor assists the Lead instructor in inspiring and guiding youth to create with code and technology through Discover Coding’s curriculum. You will have opportunities to lead some small groups or classes. You will create a fun, welcoming, and safe environment for youth to thrive in their learning. This role requires you to prepare technology for the Lead Instructor and support technology and classroom management during programs. You will ensure classes run smoothly and deliver the Discover Coding programs to our highest quality and standards.

**Responsibilities**
- Assist Lead Instructor or lead small groups/classes in teaching youth aged 5-14 on how to code
- Ensure classroom technology is set up
- Supervise youth during their breaks
- Support a dynamic learning environment that engages & facilitates authentic learning for students of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences
- Maintain positive relationships with parents and students, and providing excellent customer service as required
- Work collaboratively and proactively with a team to provide valuable experiences and deliver results
- Support Lead Instructor in teaching the curriculum to students in our in-person programs
- Troubleshoot and report technical issues to our technical team
- Provide and receive constructive feedback on how to be a better instructor and employee
- Sustain a level of professionalism aligned with company norms and values

**Other Responsibilities may include**:

- Building curriculum content
- Back-end support for our learning management system and program processes

**Qualifications**
- Experience working with students in grades K-9
- Strong knowledge and experience with coding and technology
- Comprehensive knowledge and experience with Minecraft
- Comprehensive knowledge and experience with Roblox (preferred)
- Experience building computers (preferred)
- Relevant teaching experience and/or leadership skills (preferred)
- Experience facilitating groups of youth and/or working youth programs with proven classroom management (preferred)
- Standard First Aid Certificate (preferred)

**Requirements**:

- Has access to a vehicle
- Must pass Police Check and Vulnerability Sector Check

**Why Join Us?**
- Opportunities to work with a friendly and creative team with diverse backgrounds.
- Opportunities to gain and develop the following skills:

- Communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Leadership
- Management
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Using Information Technology
- Have a significant impact on the lives of youth by enabling the creators of tomorrow through learning to code.
- Your passion will not be overlooked. Tremendous opportunity for career growth and promotion.
- Innovative and collaborative environment that inspires fun and growth.

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