Remote Spring 2025 Lead Instructor - Intro to Game Design (Remote)

Description:

• The Lead Instructor will be responsible for delivering high-quality computer science education to students, fostering an engaging and welcoming classroom environment.
• This role involves planning and facilitating two lessons per week using Mission Bit’s in-house project-based curriculum.
• The position is seasonal and remote, running from January 23 to May 16, 2025, with approximately 6 hours of work per week.
• Instructor training will occur asynchronously from January 23 to January 30, 2025, followed by live training on January 30 and 31, 2025.
• Classes will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays from February 10 to May 9, 2025, from 4:50 PM to 7:10 PM.
• Weekly meetings with the instructional team will take place on Mondays from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
• The instructor will spend 70% of their time on teaching, preparation, and student support, 20% on professional collaboration, and 10% on communication.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have at least 2+ years of experience in Game Design/Unity/C#, which can include college, bootcamps, internships, or workforce experience.
• A passion for sharing computer science knowledge and values aligned with Mission Bit are essential.
• Experience working effectively on a team for technical projects is required.
• Strong communication skills and comfort in public speaking situations are necessary.
• Experience working with a diverse group of individuals is important.
• Candidates should be self-starting and able to work autonomously.
• While not required, experience working with youth in an educational setting, project-based learning, asset-based teaching, or culturally relevant teaching is a plus.
• Being bilingual in Spanish, Cantonese, Vietnamese, Arabic, Tagalog, or Samoan is also a nice bonus.

Benefits:

• The position offers a pay rate of $28.00 per hour.
• Instructors will accrue sick time-off during their employment.
• Mission Bit is an equal opportunity employer, ensuring no discrimination based on various protected characteristics.