Instructor of Programming Logic
Overview
Position: Instructor of Programming Logic
Department: Web Development and Interactive Design
Type: Part-time
Date Posted: February 27, 2019
VanArts is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic individual who’s passionate about web development and design and sharing it with others. As a key instructor in the Web Development and Design Program, you love to teach and educate, you’re up with current design trends and technology. Exciting industry changes thrill you and expanding your students’ minds about what’s possible is at the top of your list.
This is a part-time position leaving you ample time for other work and projects beyond the school walls. We love working professionals who also love to teach.
Reports To
Department Head of Web Development and Interactive Design
Responsibilities
- The main goal of this position is to teach how to, through the use of Agile Development methodologies use their knowledge of native JavaScript, and JQuery to complete a project as a team. Students will learn the Scrum process including:
- Scrum boards
- Sprints
- Sprint planning
- Sprint retrospectives
- Spring reviews
- Staying on top of relevant technology and software in the industry
- Deliver course curriculum using the most appropriate delivery method for the content being taught, i.e., lecture, demonstration, workshop or open lab. (including, but not limited to, powerpoint presentations, slideshows, handouts, suggested or required reading, etc.).
- Review and plan out course material before the commencement of each course to ensure content is accurate and up to date and full of the most updated material.
- Prepare lesson plans.
- Assess and evaluate student work, record grades and provide students with constructive feedback that supports their creative development.
- Provide input to HOD, where necessary, with regard to curriculum updates to maintain high industry standards and stay current with industry practices.
- Attend school and department meetings as needed.
- Participate in promotional and industry networking activities as required.
- Maintain a professional environment by setting an example for students and preparing them for the working world post-diploma.
- Contribute to a nurturing learning environment by providing support, encouragement and constructive feedback to students.
- Be available for student consultation.
- Foster students towards employment in the industry.
Knowledge, Education and Skills
- Very experienced JavaScript ES6
- Very familiar with JQuery and using it to solve complex problems such as:
- Form validation (self-coded & plugins)
- JQuery parsing of JSON data and other data manipulation techniques
- Using PHP and JavaScript as a backend data service
- Working knowledge of Web Sockets and 2 Way Socket Communication
- Strong knowledge and experience with Canvas and simple Canvas game development
- Strong knowledge of scroll events, and modern uses of JavaScript to accomplish various design tasks.
This class runs: 1 class/week for 9 weeks. Each class is 2 hours for a total of 18 hours of instructional time.
VanArts’ Mission
Our mission is to unlock the creative and career potential within each student.
Send your resume and cover letter describing why you are interested in the position to hr@vanarts.com. Please put “Instructor of Programming Logic” in the title of your email.
Date Posted: February 27, 2019