Senior Computer Science Educator

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Professional development

Home office stipend

Job summary

Placements24's client in Pretoria seeks a Senior Computer Science Educator to lead online CS instruction, developing a rigorous curriculum and guiding digital pedagogy in a virtual learning environment.

The role emphasizes remote labs, diverse programming languages, and ongoing professional development, with a competitive salary and benefits package including health coverage and retirement savings.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' teaching CS at secondary or tertiary level.
• Strong proficiency in Python, Java, C++ and software lifecycles.
• Experience with online teaching platforms and digital pedagogy.
• Excellent communication and virtual collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver dynamic online CS lessons and materials.
• Develop virtual labs and coding assignments to build practical skills.
• Provide individualized feedback through online channels.
• Keep curriculum updated with CS and ed-tech trends.
• Assess students via online tests, projects, and coding challenges.
• Collaborate with ed-tech team to optimize the online platform.

Skills

Programming languages

Online pedagogy

Virtual collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in CS/related field

Tools

Online LMS

Coding lab tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and forward-thinking Senior Computer Science Educator to join a leading educational institution in Pretoria , with a significant focus on remote instruction. This role is critical in delivering cutting-edge computer science education, preparing students for the demands of the digital age. You will be responsible for developing and teaching a comprehensive curriculum covering programming, data structures, algorithms, and software development principles. The ideal candidate is passionate about technology, adept at online pedagogy, and committed to fostering computational thinking and problem-solving skills in a virtual learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver dynamic online lessons and course materials for computer science subjects, including programming languages and theoretical concepts.
• Develop and implement innovative virtual labs and coding assignments to enhance student practical skills.
• Provide individualized feedback and support to students through various online communication channels.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in computer science and educational technology to continuously update the curriculum.
• Evaluate student performance through online assessments, projects, and coding challenges.
• Collaborate with the ed-tech team to optimize the online learning platform and resources.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in teaching computer science at the secondary or tertiary level.
• Strong proficiency in multiple programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C++) and understanding of software development lifecycles.
• Proven experience with online teaching platforms and digital pedagogical strategies.
• Excellent communication and virtual collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with remote work flexibility.
• Comprehensive health coverage and retirement savings plan.
• Access to online professional development and certifications.
• Subsidized home office setup.
• Opportunity to shape the future of digital education.