Instructor UX

Vertical Institute; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading upskilling institution in Singapore seeks talented UX Instructors to deliver engaging online lessons in UX design. Candidates must have at least 5 years of relevant experience, strong instructional skills, and be proficient with tools like Figma. This role is ideal for those with a passion for teaching and mentoring in a virtual environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the Finance industry with a strong background in UX design.
• Confident Zoom facilitator with a professional remote setup.
• Prior teaching, mentoring, or coaching experience is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and interactive online lessons on UX design fundamentals.
• Teach practical skills including user interviews and research.
• Guide students through hands-on projects and capstone assignments.

Skills

User-centered design methodologies

Prototyping tools (e.g., Figma)

Conducting usability studies

Strong instructional skills

Effective communication skills

Tools

Figma

Adobe XD

Sketch

Job description

About Vertical Institute

Vertical Institute is Singapore’s leading upskilling institution, offering practical, industry-relevant courses that prepare professionals for high-growth careers in design, tech, and data. We provide immersive, part-time programs taught by experts with real-world experience, enabling learners to gain hands‑on skills that translate directly to the workplace.

We are currently expanding our team and seeking dedicated professionals to join us as UX Instructors.

About the Course

Vertical Institute’s UX Design Course provides learners with a comprehensive foundation in user experience design, focusing on:

• User research and persona development
• Information architecture and wireframing
• Interactive prototyping
• Usability testing and iteration
• UX trends and industry standards

Learners will gain practical skills by working on real-world projects, developing intuitive digital experiences, and building a strong UX portfolio.

Classes are conducted live via Zoom, typically on weekday evenings or weekends.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and interactive online lessons on UX design fundamentals
• Teach practical skills including:
  • User interviews and research synthesis
  • Wireframing and low-/high-fidelity prototyping (e.g., using Figma or similar tools)
  • Usability testing, heuristics evaluation, and feedback analysis
  • UX strategy and design thinking
• Guide students through hands‑on projects and capstone assignments
• Clearly explain UX concepts to beginners with diverse backgrounds
• Provide feedback and mentorship to support learner growth
• Adapt content delivery based on feedback and evolving UX practices

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the Finance industry, with a strong background in UX design
• Expertise in:
  • User-centered design methodologies
  • Prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch)
  • Conducting usability studies and applying insights
  • Accessibility, responsive design, and current UX trends
• Strong instructional and communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex concepts for beginners
• Confident Zoom facilitator with a professional remote teaching setup (camera, mic, stable internet)
• Prior teaching, mentoring, or coaching experience is a strong advantage