Coding and Robotics Assistant Coach

About us

Okanagan AI & Robotics Academy helps young innovators explore, create, and excel in robotics, coding, design thinking, and beyond. Located in Vernon, BC, our academy nurtures the innovators of tomorrow through hands-on learning and mentorship. We believe that every child has the ability to become a problem solver and change maker through the power of STEM.

Job Title: Assistant Coach for Coding and Robotics Camp

Business Name – Okanagan AI and Robotics Academy ( A division of Okanagan Data Solutions Inc. )

Duration: March 18 – March 28 (Weekdays Only)

Job Type: Casual

Compensation: $18 to $20 per hour for 7 hours per day

Overview:

Join our dynamic team this spring as an Assistant Coach for our Coding and Robotics Camp! We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated individuals passionate about teaching and technology to help inspire the next generation of innovators. This position offers a unique opportunity to get trained in design engineering, coding, and robotics while teaching kids aged 7 to 14.

It is perfectly suited for high school seniors, students awaiting college admission, and school teachers looking to enhance their STEM teaching capabilities and make extra income during the spring break. This experience can add great value to your resume, providing you with practical teaching experience and deepening your expertise in STEM education. Training will be provided.

Responsibilities:

  • Facilitate engaging coding and robotics sessions for children aged 7 to 14.
  • Assist in preparing lesson plans and instructional materials in design engineering, coding, and robotics.
  • Encourage logical thinking, critical reasoning, and creativity in students.
  • Monitor and support students’ learning progress.
  • Maintain a positive, energetic, and safe learning environment.
  • Collaborate with lead instructors to enhance the camp experience.

Requirements:

  • Must be 16 years of age or above.
  • Strong interest in learning, teaching, and working proactively.
  • Passionate about coding, robotics, and engaging with children.
  • Highly energetic, self-motivated, and capable of working independently as well as part of a team.
  • Willingness to undergo a background check prior to employment.
  • Availability to work from March 18 to March 28 on weekdays for 7 hours per day.

Desirable Skills:

  • Familiarity with programming languages and tools such as Scratch, block coding, Python, game development, and 3D modeling is highly desirable.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume to okanaganaiandrobotics@gmail.com along with a cover letter detailing your interest in coding, robotics, and teaching. Highlight any relevant experience, especially with children, coding, or robotics.

Applications will be accepted until March 12. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Job Type: Casual

Salary: $18 to $20.00 per Hour

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Language:

  • English (required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Vernon, BC V1T 2B8 (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-12
Expected start date: 2024-03-16

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