Afterschool/weekend Game Development Instructor

3 days ago

Toronto, Canada MakerKids Full time

**Join MakerKids as a Part-Time After-School & Weekend Instructor**:
**Are you a game development or virtual production student with experience in Unreal Engine and a passion for working with kids?**
MakerKids is looking for a creative and energetic individual to help us launch exciting new Unreal Engine programs and inspire the next generation of young creators.

**About MakerKids**:
MakerKids runs STEM programs for kids, including Coding, Robotics, 3D Design, and Minecraft. Our mission is to help kids learn essential technical skills in a fun and engaging way. Our programs have been featured in top media outlets like Wired, CTV, and The Globe and Mail.

**Role Overview**:
As a Part-Time After-School & Weekend Instructor at MakerKids, you'll lead engaging, hands-on classes where kids build their own games, interactive worlds, and 3D projects. You will help us bring our new Unreal Engine programs to life while fostering creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Teach kids beginner and intermediate skills in Unreal Engine, Coding, Robotics, and Minecraft.
- Facilitate fun, interactive, and age-appropriate lessons that spark creativity and curiosity.
- Guide students through game design and 3D world-building projects, supporting them in developing their own ideas.
- Encourage collaboration, and creative problem-solving in a supportive environment.

**What We're Looking For**:

- Student or early-career professional in **Game Development, Interactive Media, Virtual Production, Animation, or a related field**
- **Strong experience with Unreal Engine (required)** — Unity or other game engines a plus
- **Previous experience working with kids** (teaching, camps, clubs, mentoring, etc.)
- Basic knowledge of coding concepts (Scratch as a minimum, Python or other languages is an asset)
- Creative, energetic, and passionate about making learning fun
- Strong communication skills (both written and oral)

**Specific Certifications/Requirements**:

- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Valid Standard First Aid & CPR Level C (or willingness to obtain)
- Successful Criminal Background Check and Vulnerable Sector Check

**Location**:

- MakerKids Bloor West — 2451 Bloor St W, Toronto
- MakerKids Leaside — 1661 Bayview Ave, Toronto
- _Remote/virtual classes may be offered to reliable staff who demonstrate exceptional performance._

**Why MakerKids?**:
This is an exciting opportunity to:

- Help launch brand-new Unreal Engine programs for kids
- Gain experience teaching game development and STEM
- Develop your leadership skills
- Make a real impact in kids' lives while having fun

If you love Unreal Engine and working with kids, this is the perfect role for you

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