Instructor (Identified)

Deadly Coders; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Deadly Coders in Brisbane seeks a casual Instructor to deliver hands-on STEM workshops to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students using pre-prepared lesson plans. No STEM experience is required, as full training is provided, with travel across Brisbane and South East Queensland.

The role pays $36 per hour plus superannuation, reporting to Admin and Operations Coordinator. You will engage students aged 6–18, foster an inclusive learning environment, and submit timesheets and feedback after

Qualifications

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
• Current Working With Children Check (Queensland blue card) or willingness to obtain one.
• No STEM experience required; training will be provided.
• Willingness to travel to schools and communities across Brisbane and SE Queensland.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on, culturally responsive STEM workshops to students aged 6 to 18.
• Use pre-prepared lesson plans; no content creation required.
• Foster a positive, inclusive and empowering learning environment.
• Encourage students to explore digital skills, problem-solving and creativity.
• Travel to schools and communities to deliver programs.
• Submit timesheets and session feedback after each program.

Skills

Engaging

Patient

Excellent communication

Mentoring

Job description

Deadly Coders Instructor (Identified) – Casual, Brisbane

About Deadly Coders

Deadly Coders is a 100% Indigenous-led not-for-profit on a mission to inspire the next generation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander tech leaders. Since 2021, we have delivered engaging digital skills programs to over 10,000 Indigenous students across Australia, and we are just getting started. Our programs range from introductory coding workshops to career pathways in cyber security and software development, all designed to connect culture, creativity and technology.

About the role

We are looking for passionate and adaptable Instructors to deliver fun, hands-on STEM workshops to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in schools and communities across Brisbane and South East Queensland, with opportunities to travel nationally. Using our pre-prepared lesson plans, you will guide young people through areas such as Minecraft Education, robotics and Python programming, with a strong focus on culturally inclusive and empowering learning.

This is a casual role paid at $36 per hour plus superannuation. You will report to our Admin and Operations Coordinator.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on, culturally responsive STEM workshops to students aged 6 to 18
• Use pre-prepared lesson plans, with no content creation required
• Foster a positive, inclusive and empowering learning environment
• Encourage students to explore digital skills, problem-solving and creativity
• Travel to schools and communities to deliver programs
• Submit timesheets and session feedback after each program

Who we are looking for

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people passionate about education, technology or youth mentoring
• Engaging, confident and patient, and you love working with young people
• Tech-curious – no experience needed, we will train you
• Reliable and adaptable, and happy to work in school or community settings
• A current Working With Children Check (Queensland blue card), or willingness to obtain one

Why join Deadly Coders?

• Empower the next generation of Indigenous tech leaders
• Full, paid training, with no prior STEM experience required
• Flexible, meaningful work – perfect for uni students, educators and community workers
• Travel opportunities to deliver workshops in schools across Australia
• Professional development assistance and travel reimbursement
• Be part of a deadly Indigenous-led mission to bridge the digital divide

Deadly Coders is an equal opportunity employer, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.