STEM Robotics Instructor at West Africa Vocational Education (WAVE)

WAVE is solving what is arguably the biggest challenge on the continent: youth unemployment. In West Africa, 40-85% of youth, more than 50 million, are either unemployed or underemployed. Meanwhile, job creation in the region is on the rise. The disconnect between work-ready youth and the employment market must be bridged.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: STEM Robotics Instructor

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos

Position Overview

• As a Facilitator, you will play a crucial role in empowering Nigerian children with hands-on, interactive, and project-based STEM experiences like robotics, Coding and programming. 
• Our programs utilize innovative tools such as Lego bricks, smart blocks, robotics, and programming, exposing students to the vast possibilities of the tech-enabled world and preparing them for the future.
• You don't have to worry about preparation, as we provide all teaching materials and tools required for each class.

The Programs:

• After School Enrichment Program, Camps, Co-Curricular STEM programs
• Robotics workshops in secondary schools across SW Nigeria.

Responsibilities

• Prepare resources for programs based on assigned topics and themes
• Pre-build models and organize relevant hand-out notes
• Manage inventory of class resources
• Conduct classes and workshops following provided training and format
• Supervise and assist children during classes and after class pick-up
• Prepare end-of-term report cards as required
• Ensure student/school registration targets are met for each program - Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and new customers - Support business development activities to introduce the organisation's programs to new schools
• Collaborate with the Operations and Logistics team to plan, manage, and execute activities according to schedules.
• Be adept in teaching robotics, programming and Coding skills and familiarity with Lego-based learning tools.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Education from a reputable University
• Verifiable experience as a STEM Robotics Facilitator within our Organisation’s target age group.
• Basic knowledge of robotics platforms and Coding environment ( Scratch, Phython)
• Can work with children within the ages 3-16.
• Creative and Innovative
• Excellent oral communication skills.

Salary
N150,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
10th September, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.